Custodian

Kern High School District; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern High School District in Foothill High School is seeking a Custodian to perform general cleaning, custodial functions, grounds maintenance and gardening at an assigned school site. The role ensures the daily cleanliness and upkeep of facilities, with responsibilities carried out under supervision and within the district's safety standards.

The position requires one year of custodial or general labor experience, ability to read and write, a valid California driver’s license, and willingness

Qualifications

• One year of custodial or general labor experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license.
• Criminal history check and pre-employment medical assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision performs general cleaning, custodial functions, grounds maintenance and gardening at an assigned school site.
• Exercises responsibility for the general cleanliness of assigned locations and performs upkeep of related areas.

Skills

Custodial knowledge

Reading & writing

Safety awareness

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 10/21/2026
• Location: Foothill High School
• Date Available: 10/21/2026
• Closing Date: 10/29/2026

QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work, along with the knowledge of maintaining school buildings and grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Must possess the ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency; perform heavy physical labor; understand and carry out oral and written directions; maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

One year of experience in custodial or general labor work is required. Applicants must have the ability to read and write at a level necessary to perform the duties of the position.

MUST POSSESS AND MAINTAIN A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE. MUST SUBMIT A RECENT DMV (3 YEAR MINIMUM) DRIVING RECORD WITH APPLICATION.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE TRAINED AND RESPONSIBLE FOR THE KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT'S NEEDS WITH REGARDS TO ASBESTOS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.

A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT WILL BE REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

DUTIES OF POSITION: Under supervision performs general cleaning, custodial functions, grounds maintenance and gardening work at an assigned school site. Exercises responsibility for the general cleanliness of assigned locations and performs a variety of duties in the upkeep of assigned school site and related areas.

STARTING SALARY: $3,594.62 (monthly)

NUMBER OF MONTHS: 12 (to begin as soon as possible)

NUMBER OF HOURS: 8 (daily working hours 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)