Custodian Pool Sy

Job Title

Custodian

Principal, Custodian Foreman

12 Months (240 Days)

Classified Salary Schedule 71-2 ($29,964 - $40,802)

Various Schools

Non Exempt

The purpose of the Custodian is to maintain an attractive, sanitary, safe facility for students, staff, and the public.

• Follow job related instructions given by the Custodian Foreman and Principal.
• Provide a high standard of customer services as outlined the Operations Officer and the Director of Facilities.
• Maintain safe atmosphere for students and persons working in building as well as visitors.
• Order materials necessary for the upkeep of the building while staying within his/her assigned budget.
• Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas, neat and clean at all times.
• After opening the building each day at the designated time, checks to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of occupancy.
• Daily, at the designated time, secure all doors and windows, and turn off lights except those left on for security reasons.
• Clean restrooms and drinking fountains daily according to health department regulations.
• Clean classrooms and corridors daily.
• Remove trash and rubbish from campus daily.
• Care for plants and shrubs inside as well as outside the building.
• Move furniture and equipment within the building as directed by the Head Custodian and Principal.
• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state & federal rules & regulations.
• Engage in professional growth & development through trainings and workshops.
• Demonstrates professional ethics & leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must provide own transportation.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Alabama Driver's License.

NOTE:

Employment experience gained in the private employment sector may be considered for this position.

• Completed Application (Hire True)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (Hire True)

* PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

May 2026

All candidates must submit to a background check. Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.