Maintenance​/Custodial Worker

Final date to receive applications: 07/24/2026 12:00 AM

Pay Grade:
Non-Merit Grade Salary: $7.25 - $50.00 Hourly Time Type:
Full time Health Department:
Purchase District Health Department

The Maintenance/Custodial Worker at the Purchase District Health Department supports daily operations at the Paducah-McCracken County Health Center by performing routine maintenance, groundskeeping, minor repairs, and facility support tasks. This position helps ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment for staff and the public.

The Maintenance/Custodial Worker performs routine building maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial, and facility support services at the Paducah-McCracken County Health Center. This position helps ensure the facility remains safe, clean, and fully operational for staff and the public. This is a hands‑on role essential to daily operations.

• Perform routine building maintenance and general repairs.
• Conduct groundskeeping duties.
• Perform custodial/janitorial work, including cleaning floors, restrooms, windows, etc.
• Assist with minor plumbing repairs and basic facility troubleshooting.
• Maintain and repair locks, keys, and door hardware.
• Assist with moving equipment, furniture setup, and general facility needs.
• Identify and report safety concerns or maintenance issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and departmental policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in general maintenance, custodial work, groundskeeping, or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical labor indoors and outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Full-time, hourly (non‑exempt), merit position. Schedule determined by facility operational needs.

Starting rate: $16.00/hour.

If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying one of Kentucky’s most competitive public benefits packages, this role offers both professional purpose and long‑term stability.

• 13 paid holidays, including Juneteenth, Veterans Day, and two days each for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s.
• 3.5 hours of vacation and 3.5 hours of sick leave per pay period, up to 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave available within your first year.
• Additional leave for jury duty, voting, and inclement weather.
• Low‑premium medical plans starting as low as $20.88 per month for single coverage; employer‑funded annual HRA allowance ($500–$1,000 depending on plan), with rollover up to $7,500.
• Comprehensive mental and behavioral health services included; dental and vision benefits; 6% pension contribution through KERS; optional 401(k) and 457(b) plans; mileage reimbursement; $20,000 employer‑paid life insurance with AD&D coverage.

We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D.

If you have any questions, email jmoore or contact Lisa Wise at lwise.