Custodian Interim

Custodian - 12 Month - Full-Time, Interim ()

• Position Type:
  Custodial / Custodian
• Date Posted: 2/9/2026
• Location:
  
  Lake Forest Middle School

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary. Custodial experience preferred but not required.
Must pass background check.

Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti and cleans glass areas.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice‑melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds‑keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.

• Performs general cleaning and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors during special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Uses hand tools and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mowers, and hand tools.

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the use of tools and power equipment.
• Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
• Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor and coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedules set forth by supervisor(s).

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required skill and knowledge for successful performance. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or equivalent education sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.