Position Summary
The 1st Shift Custodian plays a key role in daily school operations by ensuring that classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas remain clean, orderly, and safe. This position includes routine cleaning, minor maintenance, event setup, and building‑opening duties. Work is performed around students and staff, requiring professionalism and adherence to school safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, hallways, cafeteria areas, and shared spaces.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors; assist with periodic floor‑care tasks such as buffing or scrubbing.
Empty trash and recycling throughout the building and maintain disposal areas.
Respond to spills, accidents, and urgent cleaning needs during the school day.
Set up and tear down rooms for assemblies, events, and school activities.
Perform minor repairs such as replacing bulbs, tightening fixtures, and reporting maintenance issues.
Maintain entrances and walkways, including snow and ice removal during winter months.
Use and store cleaning chemicals safely according to training and safety guidelines.
Open the building at the start of the day and follow district security procedures.
Report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or unusual occurrences promptly.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift, carry, bend, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to work independently and follow a daily route without direct supervision.
Reliability, professionalism, and trustworthiness.
Successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior custodial or facilities‑maintenance experience, especially in a school setting.
Experience with floor‑care equipment (buffer, scrubber, extractor).
Basic maintenance skills (light plumbing, electrical, or carpentry).
Schedule
1st Shift (Day Shift) — Monday through Friday
Exact hours determined by district operations.
How to Apply
If interested, download a “non-certified job application” from the school website (www.fc74.org) under “District”, or pick up one at the Unit Office at 202 E. Falcon Hwy. Flanagan, IL 61740 between 8am – 3:30 pm, M-F. Address interest to Mr. Jeremy Heck, 202 E. Falcon Hwy. Flanagan, IL 61740 or email resume to jheck@fc74.org. Phone 815-796-2233 with questions.
We are looking for volunteers to help cover the scrimmage pork chop and fundraising tables from 5:30-6:30.
If you don’t have a child participating in the scrimmage, please consider helping out so others can watch their children participate!
We appreciate your help!
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**It's a GREAT day to be a FALCON!** 🎉
Flanagan Grade School celebrated our November Students of the Month! These students were nominated by their teachers for working hard, showing kindness, being positive role models, and demonstrating amazing **FALCON PRIDE** every day!
🌟 **K–4 Student of the Month Nominees:**
- Palmer
- Roman
- Ayden
- Finn
- Odin
- Will
- Madison
- Kolton
- Rilyn
🏆 **K–4 WINNER: ROMAN!** 🎉
🌟 **Junior High Student of the Month Nominees:**
- Brock
- Athena
- Cristy
- Wyatt
- Caitlyn
- Kalina
- Nate
🏆 **Junior High WINNERS: CRISTY & BROCK!** 🎉🎉
A HUGE congratulations to ALL of our nominees and winners! Being recognized by your teachers is something to be proud of! Keep working hard, making good choices, and showing your Falcon PRIDE! 🧡🖤
🦅 **FREDDY FALCON AWARD!** 🦅
Our students aren't the only ones showing Falcon PRIDE! Our teachers also have the opportunity to recognize a fellow **staffulty member** who goes above and beyond and demonstrates **Falcon PRIDE** each day!
This month, **Mrs. Kleinert passed Freddy Falcon to Mrs. Rogers!** 🎉
Mrs. Rogers is always willing to lend a helping hand and goes above and beyond to support our teachers every single day! Her kindness, teamwork, and dedication make FGS a better place for everyone! 🧡🖤
👏 **WAY TO GO, FALCONS!** 👏
We are so proud of all our students and staffulty! Thank you for making Flanagan Grade School such an AMAZING place to learn, grow, and succeed!
**Keep shining, keep working hard, and keep showing that FALCON PRIDE!** 🦅🧡🖤
#FlanaganGradeSchool #FalconPRIDE #StudentOfTheMonth #FreddyFalcon #FalconFamily #FGSFalcons
Take a look at our Ag Building Addition! Watch the video for a quick tour of the new exterior.
📣Attention ALL Flanagan-Cornell High School Students📣 💰Who likes FREE Money?? 💰
All you have to do is SHOW UP to the games!! 🧡🖤
🏀Boosters Club has entered ALL High school student names into a drawing and started a Pot of money with $20 🏀
📣At each High School Boys and Girls Varsity basketball game, ONE name will be drawn at halftime 📣
🏀If the student is at the game, they win the Pot of 💰
🏀If the student is not at the game, the pot will roll over
🏀If the pot rolls over, $20 will be added to the pot each time it rolls over
**If the name drawn is an athlete currently participating in a game, they are eligible to win the money
**Once the name is drawn, it will go back into the raffle
🏀Let’s fill the stands! 🖤🧡We hope to see you there!! 🏀
💰Good Luck💰
NEW THIS YEAR!!
3 Point Club for High School Girls and/or Boys Varsity Basketball Teams
You can sign up at the 11/13/26 Scrimmage or Contact a Booster Member to Join the "Club" !
Reminder: The LACC Open House is on Thursday!
