2026-2027 Custodian, Full-time, Day Shift - BHS

Blacksburg High School; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple opt

Ameritas Vision Plan

Delta Dental Plan - FREE

Carilion EAP - FREE

Generous Employee Leave Benefits

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Employee Sick Leave Bank

Collective Bargaining

Job summary

Blacksburg High School in Blacksburg, Virginia is seeking a full-time Custodian for the day shift. Immediate opening with benefits and a competitive salary. The role involves routine cleaning and support for school operations within Montgomery County Public Schools.

The successful candidate will be dependable, physically capable, and able to work with staff. This is a non-exempt, union-supported position with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or literacy test passing.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderate physical strength.
• Ability to read basic operating instructions and cooperate with staff.
• Adapt to changes and support school functions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Dust mopping, sweeping, wet mopping and vacuuming as part of daily cleaning.
• Dusting, waxing, trash removal, bathroom cleaning and furniture polishing.
• Assist with school functions and community activities when required.
• Respond to cleaning emergencies and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Dependability

Punctuality

Team cooperation

Emergency response

Reading instructions

Physical strength

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Literacy test passing

Job description

2026-2027 Custodian, Full-time, Day Shift - BHS

Montgomery County School District [VA] Blacksburg High School - Blacksburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Montgomery County Public Schools - VA

Job Details

Job ID: 5963863
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Custodian

FT, Day Shift

Blacksburg High School

IMMEDIATE OPENING

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is accepting applications for a full-time, day shift Custodian position that is available at Blacksburg High School.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The custodian performs routine manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of buildings. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, dust mopping, sweeping, wet mopping, vacuuming, dusting, waxing, removing trash, cleaning bathrooms, and polishing furniture.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or passing score on the literacy test given by MCPS
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderate physical strength
• Ability to read basic operating instructions
• Ability to cooperate with other staff members
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Dependability and punctuality required
• Ability to respond to emergencies in support of students and school operations
• Have the physical ability to repeatedly lift heavy objects (40+ lbs.) as needed
• Ability to support school functions and community activities as deemed necessary

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment
• Previous custodial experience
• Ability to use a computer and input data

Salary: $35,360.00 - $62,003.97 annually; with benefits; commensurate with experience and pro-rated to start date

FLSA: Non-Exempt

BENEFITS:

Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage

Ameritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses

Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and families

Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their families

Generous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.

Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.

Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.

Collective Bargaining - MCPS and MCEA have a collective bargaining agreement that establishes shared expectations and responsibilities, creates clear workday guidelines, protects professional time, and promotes fairness, teamwork, and respect. MCPS is currently the only school division in Southwest Virginia with a collective bargaining agreement.

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CLOSING DATE : Open until filled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & TITLE IX NONDISCRIMINATION

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.

MCPS does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and applicable federal regulations.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact the MCPS Human Resources Department at [phone].

Employment Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Inquiries: Director of Human Resources Montgomery County Public Schools 750 Imperial Street SE Christiansburg, VA 24073 [phone], ext. 1067 [e-mail]

Title IX Inquiries and Reports of Discrimination or Harassment: Title IX Coordinator, Office of Compliance Montgomery County Public Schools 750 Imperial Street SE Christiansburg, VA 24073 [phone] [e-mail]

Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Susan Compton , HR Specialist and Administrative Asst to HR Director
• School Board Office
• Christiansburg, Virginia 24073
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]