Custodian

LINKHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LINKHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe environment across classrooms, offices and libraries. The position is 12 months with full benefits, reporting to the building administrator.

Immediate starting date and standard site duties are described in the posting. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, ability to work independently or in teams, and adherence to district safety and cleaning standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, dust, and disinfect areas regularly.
• Clean classrooms, offices, and libraries as assigned.
• Picks up paper and debris, empties and cleans trash receptacles in assigned areas.
• Vacuum and operate other cleaning equipment as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Honesty

Integrity

Ethical

Equity Minded

Emotional Intelligence

Cultural Competence

Safety

Quality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian

Lynchburg City Schools LINKHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL - LYNCHBURG, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lynchburg City Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5943591

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Custodian GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Custodian Department:Linkhorne MiddleSchool Salary Grade: Schedule A - Classified
FLSA Status: Non-exempt Site/Location: Linkhorne Middle School Reports to: Building Administrator Date: 09/17/2025

POSITION SUMMARY

• Maintain clean, safe, sanitary schools, including, but not limited to, disinfecting and light maintenance of assigned school spaces. Performs the general cleaning of all classrooms, office spaces, and libraries as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sweeps, mops (dust/wet), dust, and disinfects areas regularly as needed.
• Cleans classrooms, offices, and libraries as assigned.
• Picks up paper and other debris, and empties and cleans trash receptacles in assigned areas.
• Vacuums and operates other assigned equipment as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience is preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understands and carries out both written and oral instructions.
• Reads or recognizes cleaning chemical labels.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
• Designated as Essential Personnel - Employees must report to the assigned job site during emergencies including weather and building emergencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN

SALARY: This is a 12-month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales .

DAYS: 260 START DATE: 2026-2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Dr. Kathleen Dills , Principals
• LINKHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]