Substitute Custodian

Job Requirements

This role requires routine manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of school buildings and performance of various duties requiring physical strength.

Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License.

Drive vehicles to assigned work sites.

Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.

• to perform manual tasks requiring moderate physical strength
• to follow simple oral and written instructions in the conduct of the job
• to operate mechanical cleaning equipment
• to establish and maintain working relations with supervisors, teachers, administrators, and students
• sufficient hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform assigned tasks

The mission of School District 123 is “Learning Today for a Successful Tomorrow.” We believe each child has unlimited potential and deserves equal access to a challenging and comprehensive curriculum in a safe, secure, and appropriate environment.

Building Principal and Director of Operations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position.

Demonstrate support for the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123’s Strategic Plan.

Uphold the established Board of Education policies, regulations, and administrative procedures.

Establish and maintain professional competence.

Participate in meetings and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the principal or designee in accordance with the Board of Education.

Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time.

Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

• Open the building in the morning, unlocking inside and outside entrance doors, and turning on lights as requested.

• Sweep, mop and vacuum hallways, stairs, classrooms, and office space.
• Clean up spills in hallways and/or classrooms which occur during shift.
• Clean door/window glass at main entrance of building.
• Maintain cleanliness of restrooms and stairwells throughout shift.
• Replenish supplies of soap and paper towels in all appropriate areas.

• Keep trash cans emptied and clean.
• Dust mop/wet mop at the end of lunch.
• When applicable, break down and/or set up cafeteria.

• Clean walkways and entrance areas to building.
• Snow removal from walkways, etc.

• Pick up trash inside and outside of the school building.
• Empty and reline trash cans from all areas of the building.

• May enter work orders for any maintenance work into the computer.
• May follow up on work order status.
• May complete work orders as assigned.
• May complete supply orders and fax to appropriate department.
• Replace burnt out light bulbs when possible.
• Keep assigned custodial office/closet neat and organized.
• Report any security issues to your Principal or the Director of Buildings and Grounds.
• Keep equipment clean and report any repairs needed to supervisor or maintenance.
• Set up and break down areas for special events.

Temporary Status for a Defined Period of Time.

Daily Rate: $105.00 per day.

Long-term Service Assignments may determine salary adjustment.

Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Director of Building and Grounds in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel.

The School Board of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 12:33:02 AM CST.