Custodian

New Hanover County; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hanover County is seeking a dedicated Custodian to join the Facilities Management Department in Wilmington, NC. You will help maintain a welcoming and clean environment for employees and visitors, performing cleaning, sanitizing and restocking duties across a variety of spaces.

The role requires basic education and a valid NC driver's license, with shifts that may include weekends, holidays, and emergencies. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a structured salary range.

Qualifications

• Education through the 8th grade and one year of progressively responsible work experience.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, stairwells, entryways, hallways, offices and break rooms.
• Sanitize, disinfect and restock restrooms.
• Remove and dispose of trash.
• Monitor and report equipment breakdowns and maintenance needs of the facility.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

8th grade education

Job description

This posting is a re-advertisement. Candidates who have previously applied are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

New Hanover County is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Custodian to join our Facilities Management Department. This role is essential in ensuring a welcoming and well-maintained environment for employees and visitors. If you take pride in maintaining clean and functional spaces, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make a difference every day!

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Cleaning floors and stairwells, entryways, hallways, offices, and break rooms
• Cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and restocking of restrooms
• Removing and disposing of trash
• Monitoring/reporting equipment breakdowns and maintenance needs of facility

Hours:

1) Wednesday - Sunday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Off on Mon/Tues).
2) Saturday - Wednesday 8:00 – 4:30 (Off on Thurs/Fri)
3) Monday - Friday 6:30 am – 3:00 pm
4) Monday - Friday 7:00 am– 3:30 pm
5) Monday - Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
The building location assignment may vary depending on the needs of the department. Some shifts include evenings and weekends. Must be flexible to work weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations.

Employment Type:

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $35,360 to $47,736. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $35,360 - $60,112. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

Required Education and Experience:

• Education through the 8th grade and one (1) year of progressively responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License & good driving record is required.

What will make your application stand out:

• Demonstrated experience as a dynamic trades professional
• Desire to work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina
• Possess a strong work ethic
• Have the ability to prioritize schedules
• True desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County

• Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record.

Applicant Information:

After the closing date for this position applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. Please be sure to check your email for this communication so we may proceed with the next step in the recruitment process in a timely manner. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.