Custodian Substitute

Job Description

Fayette County Public Schools, KY

Custodian Substitute

Job Class Code: 8609

Position Type:
Hourly

Job Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: $15 per hour

Reports To:

Superintendent’s Designee

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices, and related facilities; sweep, mop, and clean gymnasium floor; spot mop spills, remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs, and floors after lunch periods.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, urinals; clean mirrors, tile, and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards; recommend maintenance repairs; maintain security; report suspicious individuals on campus; report infractions of rules to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays, erasers, empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies, and equipment for special events or meetings.
• Clean Venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork; make minor, non‑technical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines.
• Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to procedures; wash out trash cans and follow sanitation procedures.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive, and store books, supplies, materials, and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high‑pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers, power blower.
• Shovel, plow, and sand walks and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate in more than one language or willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent ground areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to predetermined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures and equipment used in custodial work.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor non‑technical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.

Licenses or

Certifications:

N/A

Special Requirements: N/A

• Work performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 75 pounds.
• Activities involving moving machinery, exposure to changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Human Resources
• 450 Park Place
• Lexington, Kentucky 40511
• Phone:
• Email: humanresourceschools.us

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.