CUSTODIAN

Simpson Central Elem School; Mississippi; On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson County Schools in Mississippi is seeking a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient school environment. The role covers opening/closing duties, floor care, window washing, grounds maintenance, and routine repairs under the Principal's supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a health certificate, with opportunities to perform yard work and basic repairs as needed. 235-day schedule and hourly pay range are provided.

Qualifications

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Keeps the building and premises; including sidewalks and driveways; neat and clean at all times.
• Check daily to insure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Sweeps and /or vacuums classrooms daily and dust furniture.
• Cleans corridors after school each day, and during the day when conditions require
• Cleans and disinfects bathroom toilet floors daily, and cleans sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• Wax and buff floors when needed.
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice a year, or as needed
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Performs such yard maintenance chores as grass cutting, tree trimming, and the like as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Make such minor building repairs as he/ she is capable of and as assigned by Principal.
• Reports major repairs needed promptly to the Principal.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Reports immediately to the Principal any damage to school property.
• Remains on school premises during school hours; and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized, and when his/ her attendance is required by the Principal
• Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the buildings each school day. Assumes responsibility for determining before leaving; that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights except those left on for safety reasons are turned off.
• Keeps an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand. Requisitions such needed replacements from the Principal far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the custodian in his/ her duties.
• Moves furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities, and as directed by the Principal.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Certification of good health

Job description

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Principal and Director of Maintenance, Safety, and Security

Status: Classified

SUMMARY: To provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play, and develop.

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Keeps the building and premises; including sidewalks and driveways; neat and clean at all times.
• Check daily to insure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Sweeps and /or vacuums classrooms daily and dust furniture.
• Cleans corridors after school each day, and during the day when conditions require
• Cleans and disinfects bathroom toilet floors daily, and cleans sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• Wax and buff floors when needed.
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice a year, or as needed
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Performs such yard maintenance chores as grass cutting, tree trimming, and the like as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Make such minor building repairs as he/ she is capable of and as assigned by Principal.
• Reports major repairs needed promptly to the Principal.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Reports immediately to the Principal any damage to school property.
• Remains on school premises during school hours; and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized, and when his/ her attendance is required by the Principal
• Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the buildings each school day. Assumes responsibility for determining before leaving; that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights except those left on for safety reasons are turned off.
• Keeps an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand. Requisitions such needed replacements from the Principal far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the custodian in his/ her duties.
• Moves furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities, and as directed by the Principal.

Posting Name

CUSTODIAN

Location

00-SIMPSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Posting Begin Date

04/01/2026

Posting End Date

N/A

Full Time

Yes

Job Category

Non-Certified Application

Schedule

Salary

14.22 - 21.43

Licensed Position

No

Description

Position Title: Custodian

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Principal and Director of Maintenance, Safety, and Security

Status: Classified

SUMMARY: To provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play, and develop.

Qualifications

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Keeps the building and premises; including sidewalks and driveways; neat and clean at all times.
• Check daily to insure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Sweeps and /or vacuums classrooms daily and dust furniture.
• Cleans corridors after school each day, and during the day when conditions require
• Cleans and disinfects bathroom toilet floors daily, and cleans sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• Wax and buff floors when needed.
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice a year, or as needed
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Performs such yard maintenance chores as grass cutting, tree trimming, and the like as necessary to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Make such minor building repairs as he/ she is capable of and as assigned by Principal.
• Reports major repairs needed promptly to the Principal.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Reports immediately to the Principal any damage to school property.
• Remains on school premises during school hours; and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized, and when his/ her attendance is required by the Principal
• Assumes responsibility for the opening and closing of the buildings each school day. Assumes responsibility for determining before leaving; that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights except those left on for safety reasons are turned off.
• Keeps an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand. Requisitions such needed replacements from the Principal far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the custodian in his/ her duties.
• Moves furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities, and as directed by the Principal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS And Working Conditions

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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to speak and listen for extended periods. The employee is also required to sit or stand for long periods, and regularly to move; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is further required to have the physical, mental, and emotional stamina to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the mental acuity to collect, evaluate, and interpret data; to reason; to define problems; to establish facts; to draw valid conclusions; and to make effective judgments and decisions.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Simpson County Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Terms Of Employment

235 Days

Compensation Range

$14.22 - $21.43/hour