Custodian

Custodian

McCracken District Wide
- Paducah, Kentucky

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• Job : 5713650
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full‑Time
• Salary: $15.71 per hour

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Note:

This job posting is for multiple part‑time and full‑time openings across the district. The number of contracted days will be either 225 or 241.)

Custodian

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

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
• Perform routine custodial activities at the assigned district school site including sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, waxing and polishing floors and vacuuming 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 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; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or 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 system 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, plough and sand walk 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

• Knowledge of basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
• Ability to use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre‑determined standards.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Ability to learn appropriate safety precautions and…