CES / SCTC - Custodian (SY 26-27) - Afternoon Shift

Smyth County School District; Chilhowie (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Smyth County School District is seeking an Afternoon Shift Custodian at CES / SCTC to perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds under supervision.

Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, waxing floors, cleaning restrooms, setting up rooms for events, and assisting with snow removal and grounds upkeep according to district standards. The role requires reliability and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to perform the duties.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Checks and secures building at shift start and end for safety and cleanliness.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, restrooms, offices and more per district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, waxes floors; cleans carpets and upholstery.
• Washes walls, windows, doors, and sills; removes graffiti and cleans glass areas.

Skills

English fluency

Follow orders

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

State Driver's license

Tools

Floor cleaning equipment

Ladders and lifts

Snow removal equipment

Job description

CES / SCTC - Custodian (SY 26-27) - Afternoon Shift JobID: 592

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
• Date Posted: 7/2/2026

Custodian

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors, and others as necessary.

Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions

• Checks and secures the building at the beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of the building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice-melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds‑keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash, and assists in the recycling program.

Additional Duties

• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Equipment

Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mowers, and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.

Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.

Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and the central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.