Substitute - Building Service Worker

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This range is provided by St. Mary's County Public Schools. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $15.00/hr – $15.00/hr

Release Date:
July 15, 2025
Final date to receive applications:
May 30, 2026

Position:
Substitute - Building Service Worker (temporary/hourly assignment)

Location:

Department of Operations – Various Sites
Effective:
July 2025

Application procedure:
Qualified applicants must complete a Talent Ed online application and intake after completing required paperwork. All online applications must be completed no later than May 30, 2026. If you have questions, contact the Department of Human Resources (301‑475‑5511, ext. 32189).

The Building Service Worker primarily provides operational support during evening hours to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment for students. The position also delivers consistent, proactive customer service to students, faculty, and the school community. Scheduling varies by site.

• Professional interaction with co‑workers, students, and community members.
• Possession of confidentiality and data‑privacy skills.
• Effective use of technology to complete tasks.
• Daily and punctual report to work.
• Independent work capability.
• Adherence to written and verbal instructions.
• Resilience under pressure.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in school operational support.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/walk on tile and/or concrete for extended periods.
• Climbing ladders up to 15 feet high.
• Using and carrying backpack and hip‑mounted vacuum cleaners weighing up to 20 pounds for extended periods.

• Full range of custodial tasks: sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, heavy floor‑machine use for stripping and waxing, vacuuming carpets, and carpet cleaning.
• Lifting and moving heavy objects and performing manual labor.
• Collecting trash and debris, disposing in dumpster for removal.
• Cleaning and servicing sinks, restrooms, dusting furniture, chalkboards, blinds, ventilators, registers, vents, light fixtures, doors, glass windows, mirrors, and polishing metal fixtures.
• Replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles.
• Moving and setting up furniture to support school functions.
• Participating in the team cleaning site plan provided by the Building Service Manager.
• Providing support for after‑hour activities by school and community groups.
• Reporting maintenance or facility problems to the Building Service Manager.
• Knowledge of proper use, care, maintenance, and storage of all custodial equipment.
• Performing other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required

• Minimum age of 18.
• Fingerprinting and successful criminal history background check.
• Employee history verification authorization.
• Vector Training video completion.
• Reliable transportation to/from work.
• Physical requirements:
  
  lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently; stand/walk on tile and/or concrete for extended periods; carry backpack/hip‑mounted vacuum cleaners weighing up to 20 pounds for extended periods; climb ladders up to 15 feet high.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience in cleaning school or business facilities.

• Temporary hourly position.
• Salary: $15.00/hr.
• Bargaining unit:
  Not eligible.
• Updated:
  July 2024, July 2025.

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re‑advertise and/or withdraw the position. The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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