Custodian

West Virginia Department of Education; West Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Hampshire County Schools is seeking Custodian I–IV for multiple locations including South Branch Elementary and Central Office. Responsibilities include cleaning, basic repairs, and supervision duties as assigned by the principal or head custodian.

The role requires awareness of safety protocols and regular attendance to support the educational program. Position is 240 days annually with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Criminal background check is required.
• Must meet WV Code qualifications for school service personnel.
• Demonstrated competency per WV Code state tests.

Responsibilities

• Present information clearly to administrators, staff, and the public.
• Operate cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep facilities in good condition.
• Maintain inventories of janitorial supplies and report needs in advance.
• Perform duties in accordance with county policies and safety labels.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Openings as of 8/29/2026 Hampshire County Schools

Job Details

• Job ID: 72512
• Position Type: Custodial/Maintenance/Custodian
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: South Branch Elementary
• Closing Date: 09/02/2026
• County: Hampshire County Schools

Multiple locations: South Branch Elementary, The Central Board Office, Transportation Department. Schedule: 12:00-8:00 PM Daily.

Position Details

Position: Custodian I, II, III, IV

Immediate

Supervisor: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT: Term: Minimum 240 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended employment days may be established by HCBOE; extended employment terms may be established by HCBOE.

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8a, in accordance with Hampshire County Salary Schedule, Pay Grade A, B, C or D, commensurate with experience and education level plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and HCBOE Evaluation Policy for Service Personnel.

JOB SUMMARY: The Custodian keeps the county buildings in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the educational program. The custodian performs assigned custodial duties and repairs and receives supervision from the building administrator, and if applicable, the head custodian.

Custodian I means personnel employed to keep buildings clean and free of refuse; Custodian II means personnel employed as a watchman or groundsman; Custodian III means personnel employed to keep buildings clean and free of refuse, to operate the heating or cooling systems, and to make minor repairs; Custodian IV means personnel employed as head custodians. In addition to providing services as defined in Custodian IV their duties may include supervising other custodian personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5;
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c;
• Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A-4-8b;
• Demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state approved competency test) as required.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (Additional duties may be assigned)

• Effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, and the general public
• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations consistent with the duties of the position
• Interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside the county
• Pass the written and performance tests that are directly related to the position
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and community
• Perform duties in full compliance with all county requirements and the Board of Education Policies
• Read and comply with labels and safety warnings on cleaning agents and hazardous materials
• Perform strenuous physical activity related to custodial duties
• Work under minimal or no supervision and be flexible; be an effective self-starter
• Complete necessary training and in-service as required by the county
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists consistent with the duties of this position
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Maintains regular attendance
• Cleans classrooms, offices, libraries, restrooms, and common areas including but not limited to chalkboards, dusting, emptying trash receptacles, vacuuming and washing windows
• Scrubs, mops, disinfects, and polishes hard-surfaced floors in restroom, cafeteria, hallways, classrooms, etc. as required including regular waxing
• Disinfects all water fountains, floors in the restroom, commodes, urinals, and sinks every day
• Maintains an inventory and requisition of janitorial supplies and equipment and informs the head custodian of needs in advance so as not to hinder the continued performance of the building custodial duties
• Moves furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the principal
• Immediately reports any vandalism of school property to his/her supervisor
• Disinfects areas of high "touch" access on a daily basis during the flu season to help prevent spread of the flu
• Receives prior permission from building principal and Superintendent to work in excess of 40 hours per week (Overtime Authorization Form signed by Superintendent or designee)
• Corrects minor safety hazards when observed and/or immediately refers safety hazards to the building supervisor
• Uses equipment in an appropriate manner: cleans equipment after regular use and reports any issues to supervisor or head custodian
• Maintains confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Additional duties for Custodian II/III/IV

• Shovel, plow, and sand walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps, as assigned
• Perform supportive duties such as: display flag (state and country), fly flag at half staff, inventory supplies, report safety hazards within building, store equipment
• Assumes responsibility for the security of the building - all doors and windows locked and lights turned off as needed before leaving the building for the night (except emergency lights)
• Maintains grounds, including but not limited to mowing and trimming grass, picking up trash, and other general maintenance of the grounds

Additional duties for Custodian III/IV

• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning to provide temperature appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity
• Head Custodian: May include supervising other custodian personnel, if directed by administration

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described 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 frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, climb and ladder a minimum of six feet and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 75 pounds (a dolly or other assistance may be used) of materials, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The temperature in a school environment can range from below freezing when working outdoors to in excess of 100 degrees F when working in the furnace room or kitchen areas or on roof tops. The work floor surface can be slippery when mopping/stripping floors or completing snow removal. The noise level is moderate to loud (60-90dB).

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety, or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.