Custodian​/Bus Driver-at Maiden High School; SY

Custodian/Bus Driver-10 Months at Maiden High School (26‑27 SY)

Maiden High School – Maiden, North Carolina

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  April 29, 2026
• Starting Date:
  To Be Determined

Full‑time position. Salary: $15.75 to $17.76 per hour.

Under general supervision, performs custodial and bus driving duties in assigned school facilities.

Performs routine custodial and light groundskeeping work on school buildings and other facilities. Tasks include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, washing walls and fixtures, monitoring building safety, and maintaining cleanliness.

Drives the school bus safely to destinations and returns, follows district procedures, monitors student behavior, and ensures safe transportation.

• Perform minor or routine maintenance on appliances and equipment.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, shampoo, strip, wax, and buff floor surfaces.
• Cleans restroom areas and replenishes paper supplies, hand soap, and hand sanitizer.
• Clean windows, walls, woodwork, blinds, and light fixtures.
• Dust and clean desks and other furniture.
• Empty trash receptacles and deposit recyclables.
• Inspect heating system and patrol buildings for safety or maintenance issues.
• Sweep sidewalks, walkways, party grounds, and shovels snow or applies de‑icing compounds.
• Disinfect high‑touch and widespread areas.

• Open or secure buildings at start and end of the day, control lights and HVAC.
• Arrange furniture for meetings or events.
• Lifts and moves furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in special school events as needed.
• Perform other related functions as directed by supervisor.

• Drive the bus safely to destination and return, adhering to traffic rules.
• Conduct vehicle pre‑checks and record malfunctions.
• Follow school district regulations for breakdowns and incidents.
• Keep the bus clean.
• Picks up and drops off students at designated stops and times.
• Ensure all students leave at appropriate stops.
• Monitor student behavior, resolve incidents, and report inappropriate behavior.
• Ensure the safety of all students during transportation.

• High school graduation.
• Custodian:
  Two years of custodial experience or equivalent education/training.
• Bus Driver:
  Five years of responsible driving, completion of North Carolina DMV Bus Driver Training Course, DOT physical and drug screen clearance, and eligibility to hold a CDL with passenger endorsement.

• Physical:
  Ability to operate custodial equipment; lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds constantly; perform medium to heavy work.
• Interpersonal Communication:
  Speak and/or signal effectively.
• Language Ability:
  Read simple forms; prepare timesheets and requisitions.
• Intelligence:
  Apply common sense to written or oral instructions.
• Verbal Aptitude:
  Record and deliver information; explain procedures.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude:
  Inspect item dimensions.
• Motor Coordination:
  Coordinate hands and eyesight for equipment use.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Handle various custodial items with care.
• Interpersonal Temperament:
  Adapt under minimal stress and resolve conflicts.
• Other:
  Valid NC driver’s license and school bus driver license; may drive to different schools as needed.

• Knowledge of standard custodial methods and materials.
• Understanding of safety precautions and warning signals.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste handling procedures.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and materials.
• Follow written schedules and instructions.
• Perform physical work and exercise independent judgment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Knowledge of driving laws and safe bus operations.
• Knowledge of vehicle pre‑run checks.
• Maintain student records and route information.
• Administrative skills regarding transportation policies.
• Communication skills with students and parents.
• Leadership to maintain discipline on the bus.
• Manual skills to keep bus clean.
• Mechanical skills to detect bus malfunctions.
• Planning skills for seating arrangements.
• Basic arithmetic for student counts and time calculations.

This job description is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not an exhaustive inventory of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications, nor a contract for employment, salary, or benefits.

• Citizenship, residence, or work visa required.

Human Resources – Specialist 2285 N Anderson Ave, Newton, NC 28658, USA Phone: 828‑464‑8333 Email: human