Custodian

Atha Road Elementary School; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Atha Road Elementary School in Monroe, GA is seeking an experienced Custodian to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming campus environment for students and staff. The role involves cleaning classrooms, restrooms, offices, gym and outdoor areas, with flexible after-school hours and immediate starting date.

Training and drills support safety procedures and emergency readiness across the school. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with hourly pay from $15.40 to $29.52.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED (preferred).
• Experience with cleaning procedures and safety protocols is ideal.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean and patrol facilities and grounds to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Replenish supplies and maintain equipment to ensure availability.
• Inspect facilities and secure doors, gates, and alarms for safety.
• Assist with drills and training for emergencies as needed.
• Perform other custodial duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning

Sanitation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Mops

Cleaning equipment maintenance

Job description

Custodian

Walton County GA Atha Road Elementary School - MONROE, Georgia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5908916
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Overall Purpose

To ensure an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors, performing a variety of special cleaning operations; preparing facilities for daily operations, classroom activities and campus events; and ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner.

Essential Functions

• Cleans and patrols assigned facilities and/or grounds (ex: classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Replenishes and maintains supplies and equipment (ex: cleaning solutions, paper products, soap, vacuums, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities required to properly clean and maintain facilities.
• Inspects facility safety and secures facilities and grounds (ex: doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, supplies and equipment loss and/or potential liability.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (ex: facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Identifying and performing minor, job related, maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures (ex: replace bulbs, change damaged ceiling tiles, pencil sharpeners, vacuum cleaner, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items.
• Assists with a variety of training and drills with students and staff (ex: fire, intruder, earthquake, health and safety, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that emergency procedures are in order, alarm systems are operational and/or established procedures are effective.
• Flexible work hours to work after school activities as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following require the following physical demands: significant lifting (up to 50 pounds), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Job may require exposure to outside weather conditions.

Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 50% walking, and 45% standing.

Education/Training

Valid Georgia driver’s license preferred

Cleaning procedures/equipment operation training or certification

Safety training or certification for handling hazardous materials

Clearances

CriminalBackground Check

FLSA Status/Work Calendar

Non-Exempt/220

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.40 to $29.52 Per Hour