Central Custodian 12 months CvHS

Johnston-County-Public-Schools; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools is hiring a Central Custodian at Cleveland High School in Clayton, NC. The 12‑month position requires cleaning, floor care, janitorial duties and light groundskeeping under supervision of the Principal.

Responsibilities include cleaning, restocking supplies, trash removal, snow/deicing tasks, light maintenance and occasional bus-related duties. Immediate starting date; standard full‑time hours with state‑required safety practices.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs and perform light groundskeeping.
• Willingness to attend training and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, strip, wax and buff floors; clean restrooms; replenish supplies.
• Clean windows, walls, woodwork, fixtures; dust desks and furniture; empty trash.
• Polices grounds, remove debris, shovel snow or apply de-icing compounds when needed.
• Change light bulbs; may open/secure buildings; manage room setup for events.
• Assist with bus driving duties as assigned by the principal; maintain safety standards.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Floor care

Restroom cleaning

Trash disposal

Light groundskeeping

Pest control basics

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Job description

Central Custodian 12 months CvHS

Johnston County Public Schools Cleveland High - Clayton, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5900146

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CUSTODIAN JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports To: Principal

Site: Central Custodian at Cleveland HS

Grade: 56

Term: 12 months

Under general supervision, performs a variety of general custodial and light groundskeeping work in the care and maintenance of assigned school buildings and facilities. Work involves sweeping, mopping and using vacuum cleaners to clean floors; washing walls, woodwork and fixtures; and policing buildings to empty trash receptacles and pick up debris, etc. The employee is also responsible for requisitioning necessary cleaning supplies.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, strips, waxes and buffs floor surfaces.
• Cleans restroom areas and replenishes paper supplies and soap as necessary. Cleans windows, walls, woodwork, blinds and light fixtures.
• Dusts and cleans desks and other furniture.
• Empties trash receptacles; deposits recyclable material in proper receptacles.
• Sweeps sidewalks and walkways outside of buildings; polices grounds, picking up debris; shovels snow and/or applies de-icing compounds to walkways and driveways, as necessary.
• Replaces burned‑out light bulbs.
• Sets traps for rodents and other pests, appropriately discarding trapped animals.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Raises and lowers flags at start and end of workday.
• Performs minor maintenance on appliances, as abilities allow.
• May open and secure buildings at start and end of workday.
• May turn on and off lights at start and end of day, respectively, and adjust heating or air conditioning, as appropriate.
• May arrange furniture for meetings or other events. Performs related work as required.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. and no greater than 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Attends job related training classes and workshops.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Duty to Drive a Bus/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor

• Serve as a Bus Driver/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor for a school bus or activity bus as required by principal. Shall have all qualifications prescribed by the State Board of Education and must maintain appropriate bus driver certification at all times.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment, tenure, or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristina Benson , Certified Hiring Director
• 2320 US 70 Bus Hwy E.
• Smithfield, North Carolina 27577
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]