Custodian -12 month (2026-2027)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across school facilities in Montgomery, Alabama. The role covers cleaning, minor repairs, and event setup, with a 240-day work calendar and non-exempt status.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with custodial experience and ability to meet background clearance requirements. The position reports to the Principal/Head Custodian and follows the district's compensation plan and schedule.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills
• Ability to work with others
• Physical ability to lift moderate weights
• Ability to follow health/safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Maintain building security and policing grounds
• Clean floors, restrooms, classrooms and offices
• Clean windows and fixtures; buff/strip floors as needed
• Move heavy furniture and supplies; assist with events and setups
• Schedule and coordinate custodial projects and routine maintenance
• Participate in training and cross-training activities

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Physical fit

Ability to follow procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

JOB TITLE

Custodian

Salary Schedule

X (240 Days)

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Demonstrated experience in custodial work preferred.
• Meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations

FLSA

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Principal and/or Head Custodian

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.
The length of the work year and the hours of employment shall be as established by the system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Maintain building security and policing grounds.
• 2. Cleaning, sweeping, and dry mopping floors.
• 3. Cleaning and restocking of restrooms and restroom fixtures.
• 4. Cleaning classrooms and offices, vacuuming carpeted areas, dusting furniture and office machines.
• 5. Cleaning of windows and window sills and removal of debris from the building(s).
• 6. Responsible for buffing/burnishing, stripping, and refinishing of hard surface floors.
• 7. Shampooing, spotting, and extracting carpet.
• 8. Light bulb replacement, HVAC filter service, and other project work.
• 9. Performs within his/her ability, minor repairs to include but not limited to light fixture/ballast replacement and light switch repair, light window glazing, door lock and closet repairs, flush valve repair, and other light plumbing.
• 10. Provide emergency cleanup for spills.
• 11. Responsible for reporting needs for other repairs and maintenance.
• 12. Moves or assists in the moving of heavy furniture, equipment, and objects from room to room, floor to floor, and into or out of buildings.
• 13. Responsible for maintaining/ordering custodial equipment and supplies, and scheduling project work.
• 14. Performs and/or assists in event or special program set-ups and assists faculty and staff as time permits.
• 15. Shift schedule as determined by the principal and the needs of the facility, and performs other duties as assigned.
• 16. Participate successfully in training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to the assignment.
• 17. Participate in cross-training activities as required.
• 18. Assume other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 1. Good communication skills.
• 2. Ability to work with others.
• 3. Ability to get along with staff, faculty, and students.
• 4. Demonstrated aptitude for the successful completion of tasks.
• 5. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• 6. Ability to follow oral and written communications.
• 7. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and cleaning equipment.
• 8. Physical ability to lift moderate weights.
• 9. Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform all required tasks.
• 10. Ability to follow required approved health/safety standards and procedures.
• 11. Ability to ensure employees under their supervision follow therequired approved health/safety standards and procedures.
• 12. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• 13. Ability to use and distribute cleaning products and equipment.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.