Custodian

CUSTODIAL SERVICES; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a Custodian to perform cleaning tasks across all building areas. You will vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, and empty trash, ensuring a neat and safe environment. Responsibilities include alarm system access, floor waxing, window washing, and basic equipment upkeep.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, prior custodian experience, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions in English. This is a full-time position based in Newport News, VA.

Qualifications

• Completion of a standard high school or GED.
• Ability to read and write in English and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have experience working as custodian.

Responsibilities

• Locks and unlocks doors; activates and deactivates alarm system.
• Sweeps, mops, dusts all classrooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms.
• Wipes and sanitizes toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains.
• Empties trash; stocks paper products at all points of use.
• Waxes floors and operates buffing machine; vacuums and cares for carpeting.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks; moves furniture and cleans cafeteria areas.
• Contacts Plant Services for after-hour emergencies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5948282

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for cleaning in all areas of the building to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, wiping and emptying trash utilizing appropriate equipment, and supplies.

Essential Duties

• Locks and unlocks doors; activates and deactivates alarm system.
• Sweeps, mops, dusts all classrooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms. Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times.
• Uses appropriate equipment and supplies to wipe and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains.
• Empties trash.
• Stocks paper products at all points of use.
• Waxes floors and operates buffing machine.
• Vacuums and cares for building carpeting.
• Washes windows and furniture.
• Picks up litter and debris on outside school grounds.
• Makes minor repairs to equipment and furniture as needed.
• Replaces light bulbs, tubes, ceiling tile, switch and outlet plates and pencil sharpeners as needed.
• Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste.
• Use power lift to perform tasks up to 40 ft.
• Moves furniture, folds and unfolds chairs as required.
• Lower flags.
• Delivers packages and messages.
• Load and unload delivery trucks.
• Mops and buffs cafeteria
• Contacts Plant Services for after-hour emergencies.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Other Duties

• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Lead Custodians, Supervisor of Custodial Services / Principal or other appropriate administrator.
• Shovels snow from sidewalks during inclement weather.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

• Completion of a standard high school or GED.
• Must have experience working as custodian.
• Must possess experience in proper procedures for carpet care.
• Ability to read and write in English and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to follow safety precautions to avoid injuries of minor cuts, falls, bruises, burns and scalds.
• Ability to complete written forms and records. Previous related experience preferred.

For a complete job description, visit http://sbo.nn.k12.va.us/hr/jobs/descriptions/Custodian.pdf

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 12507 Warwick Blvd
• Newport News, Virginia 23606
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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