Substitute - Building Service Worker

St. Mary's County Public Schools Department of Operations - Leonardtown, Maryland

Job : 5286622

Final date to receive applications: May 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 15, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Location: Department of Operations - Various Sites

Effective: July 2025

The Building Service Worker is a temporary hourly position responsible for providing operational service during the evening hours to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment. This role delivers proactive customer service to students, faculty, and the school community.

• Qualified applicants must complete a Talent Ed online application.
• Intake after completing required paperwork.
• All online applications must be completed on or before May 30, 2026.

• Professionally relate to and collaborate with co‑workers, students, and community members.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality.
• Use technology effectively to complete tasks.
• Report to work daily and on time.
• Work independently.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Work under pressure.
• Possess effective organizational skills.
• Possess effective written and oral communication skills.
• Utilize knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in operational support of school activities.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Stand/walk on tile and/or concrete for extended periods.
• Climb ladders up to 15 feet high.
• Carry backpack and hip‑mounted vacuum cleaners weighing up to 20 pounds for extended periods.

• Perform a full range of custodial tasks, including:
  • Cleaning floors and other surfaces (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing).
  • Operating heavy floor machines for stripping, waxing, and polishing.
  • Vacuuming carpets and using carpet‑cleaning machines.
  • Lifting and moving heavy objects.
  • Collecting trash and disposing in dumpsters.
  • Cleaning sinks, restrooms, furniture, and fixtures.
  • Replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles.
• Move and set up furniture to support all school functions.
• Participate in team cleaning site plan provided by the Building Service Manager.
• Provide support for after‑hour activities by school and community groups.
• Report maintenance or facility problems to the Building Service Manager.
• Use custodial and cleaning equipment properly and maintain it.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required:

• At least 18 years old.
• Pass fingerprints and a criminal history background check.
• Complete Employee History Verification Forms.
• Complete Vector Training videos before starting work.
• Reliable transportation to get to/from work.
• Physical ability to:
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Stand/walk on tile and/or concrete for extended periods.
• Carry and use backpack and hip‑mounted vacuum cleaners up to 20 pounds for extended periods.
• Climb ladders up to 15 feet.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months or more experience in cleaning school or business facilities.

Temporary hourly position with hourly rate of $15.00.

Not eligible for bargaining unit.

The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.

• Dale Farrell
• 23160 Moakley St. Ste 106
• Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
• Phone:
• Email: hrd