Custodian; fill

Cherokee County School District (GA) J Knox Elementary School - Canton, Georgia

Job : 5693301

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Custodian

Job Description Code: 4L.020

Division/Department: School Leadership and Operations

Pay Grade: Custodial Salary Schedule

Pay Type: Salaried;
Non-Exempt

Retirement: PSE

Contract Work Year: 218 Days

Reports To: Principal or Designee

Evaluation Instrument: PEI

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of any General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program preferred.
• Basic experience, skills, and training with fundamental knowledge of cleaning, floor and restroom care, and equipment maintenance preferred.
• Desire to learn the trade and further knowledge through off-duty study and trade school/courses.
• Able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift and/or carry heavy objects (up to 35 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet).
• Must be willing to work in undesirable locations/conditions.
• Must be able to follow both written and oral instructions and carry out assignments on time.
• Able to work well with others.
• Assigned duties of Cherokee County Board of Education.

Maintain a healthy, safe, functional, and attractive environment for students, visitors, and employees through regular cleanliness and regular maintenance of school district facilities.

• Accept direction from Head Custodian, Supervisor, or Administrator.
• Perform custodial and preventative maintenance duties in all areas/locations of the District.
• Clean woodwork, walls, furniture, and windows using approved equipment and cleaning products.
• Mop, scrub, strip, wax, shampoo, vacuum, and spot‑clean carpeting and floors, using manual and power equipment.
• Climb and clean multilevel stairwells; climb a ladder or steps to complete tasks.
• Perform physical tasks as required including walking on even/uneven surfaces, standing/bending repeatedly for extended times.
• Keep equipment and supplies in order; maintain an inventory of supplies; restock and request/order supplies when needed.
• Understand, communicate, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work with approved cleaning fluids, chemicals, cleaning agents, or similar solutions using only normal protective equipment to maintain facilities.
• Arrange furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparation for meetings, activities, and events.
• Move furnishings as required for routine and major cleaning.
• Operate small equipment, common hand tools, and machinery with care in performing assigned cleaning tasks.
• Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns to resolve issues and maintain a functioning educational environment.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, dependable, and punctual manner.
• Participate in required training programs and on‑the‑job training to increase proficiency; and apply what is learned to the job.
• Maintain security and accountability for keys, alarm codes, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and adheres to chain of command.
• Act in a professional manner and maintain a professional attitude toward students, colleagues, administration, and the public.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to the job.
• Ensure adherence to established safety procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

FICA is paid by the employee and matched by the School District. Temporary workers do not qualify for employee benefits.