2nd Shift Custodian

POSITION:
School Custodian - 2nd Shift - 2:00pm – 10:00pm

Position Type: Facilities - Custodian

Date Posted: 2/3/2026

Location: Sussex Academy

Closing Date: Open until filled

Start Date: ASAP

Reports To: Chief Custodian

Term of Employment: Full-time; 12 Month position

Schedule: 2:00pm – 10:00pm

Salary: Based on state and local salary schedule and experience

Position Summary: Must have excellent people skills, be self-motivated and demonstrate the ability to perform custodial duties under the direction of the Chief Custodian. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe interior in various buildings on campus and assist staff with various requests to allow for smooth operation of education services.

• Vacuum, mop, sweep, all floor areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, etc.
• Sanitize, disinfect and clean all restrooms to include toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors, partitions, dispensers, etc.
• Perform crossing guard (car line) duty as required.
• Restock supplies as necessary to include paper towels, toilet paper, etc.
• Perform general cleanup of all interior and exterior areas of the buildings as directed.
• Complete non-routine cleaning as directed by the Chief Custodian.
• Manage routine upkeep of exterior areas, green spaces and parking lot.
• Empty garbage and recycling daily and prepare for weekly pick-up.
• Assists outside organizations, using school facilities, as assigned.
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately report conditions to the Chief Custodian.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the chief custodian and other school administrators as designated by the Head of School.

• Knowledge of institutional and/or commercial cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and chemicals.

• Frequent lifting, carrying pushing or pulling 20 to 50 pounds and constantly moving items correctly and safely.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and reaching.
• Frequent handling or various sized and weights of items.

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community;
• Demonstrate regularity in attendance and promptness in reporting;
• Knowledgeable of cleaning equipment and chemicals;
• Reliable transportation;
• Valid Driver's license;
• Neat and clean appearance.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills of a person in this position.

Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level.

All qualified and interested applicants must complete the online application. Complete online application, attach resume, transcripts (if applicable), certificates (if applicable) and letters of reference done within the last year.

Sussex Academy reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period to modify job requirements, and to reject any or all applications for reasonable cause.

Human Resources Office
21150 Airport Road
Georgetown, DE 19947
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Sussex Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identify, or any other categories protected by federal state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator.