Morton Middle School Custodian FTE

Morton Middle School Custodian (1.0 FTE)

Fayette County Public Schools – Morton Middle – Lexington, Kentucky (Open in Google Maps)

• Job : 5842844
• Final date to receive applications: Aug 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Position Type: Hourly
• Job Class Code: 7609
• Pay Grade: G 02
• Reports To: Superintendent’s Designee

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

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

• Basic methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to predetermined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies 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 the need for maintenance and repair.
• 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:

None.

Special Requirements: None.

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires ability to…