Substitute Custodian

• Position Type:
  Substitute Custodian
• Date Posted: 6/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Building and Grounds

Substitute Custodian

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication) for determining weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret rules, reports, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate information orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals.
• Ability to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action for resolution.
• Ability to take direction and respond to requests courteously and helpfully.
• Basic knowledge of building conditions and chemicals that could be hazardous.
• Knowledge of safely using, posting notices, and disposing of chemicals.
• Ability to perceive identification numbers marked on material; read and understand numbers and volumes; transcribe numbers.
• Knowledge of basic floor maintenance techniques, including carpet, tile, and terrazzo.
• Preferred knowledge of wall and window surface maintenance.
• Experience in a school custodian department or related experience.
• First aid certificate.
• Knowledge of fire and safety codes.

Director of Buildings and Grounds, with work direction/input provided by the Building Administrator.

This position is responsible for performing custodial work in assigned buildings. Responsibilities may include sweeping and mopping floors; emptying garbage; cleaning classrooms, restrooms, and hallways; and securing the building. The professional responsibilities listed below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment, etc., in assigned buildings so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors, using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbers.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Move and arrange furniture as required.
• Remove debris from driveways, garages, bus loading areas, and entrances to buildings.
• Set and take down lunch tables.
• Set up chairs for special events.
• Move cafeteria tables within the building for special events.
• Raise and lower flag at beginning and end of day when applicable.
• Fill in for other shift custodial absences as required by Administration.
• Make recommendations to improve service and ensure more efficient operation.
• Examine building and report the needs for repairs of failed equipment.
• Request repair work as discovered and report needs immediately for maintenance.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and neat.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs as needed.
• Follow the chain of command as required.
• Restock disposable items and provide inventory usage and data.
• Request supplies and equipment to complete required cleaning.
• Assist visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building and in obtaining and setting up equipment.
• Report to work each day neat and clean.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to get along with a great variety of people.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Manage one's own time efficiently and the time of others.
• Attend in-service training and school meetings as directed.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, attendance and safety.
• Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and fold dried items.
• Maintain good public relations with students, parents, faculty and community.

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• Work with interruptions frequently during a shift.
• Walk/stand constantly.
• Lift up to 50 pounds to waist level occasionally.
• Carry 40 pounds up 13 steps up to 50 times per month.
• Carry 25 pounds at waist level for a distance of 100 feet occasionally.
• Use 10 pounds-force to fold, then push cafeteria tables up to 50 feet occasionally.
• Climb 8 steps of a portable ladder occasionally.
• Climb 12 steps of a fixed ladder and set foot on roof occasionally.
• Push 50 pounds-force to relocate portable items inside bleachers occasionally.
• Operate a buffer/scrubber for up to 1 hour at a time occasionally.
• Operate wet/dry mops for up to 30 minutes at a time frequently.
• Perform circular motion tasks with hands for upward of 10 minutes, such as washing/dusting white boards, blackboard, windows, furniture, etc.
• Operate a single-stage snow thrower or shovel snow for up to 1 hour at a time during winter months.
• Operate a vacuum machine for up to 1½ hours at a time frequently.
• Squat for up to 2 minutes at a time frequently.
• Bend over for up to 3 minutes at a time occasionally.
• Lifting staging…