Custodian (2 Positions)

Young World Physical Education; Taylorsville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Taylorsville, Kentucky, is looking for a full-time custodian dedicated to maintaining cleanliness and safety in the schools. Responsibilities include daily cleaning activities, responding to emergencies, and supporting an optimal environment for students and staff. Ideal candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and effectively communicate with others.

Successful applicants will perform routine maintenance duties, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform routine custodial activities and maintain cleanliness in assigned areas.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull weights up to 75 pounds.
• Proven capability to learn safety procedures and maintenance protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial activities like cleaning and disinfecting.
• Report maintenance needs and ensure security of facilities.
• Order supplies and participate in major cleaning projects.

Skills

Basic methods and materials for custodial work

Proper lifting techniques

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuums

Floor stripper

Carpet shampooer

Job description

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

260‑day contract.

The Spencer County Public Schools custodial staff will strive to provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment to promote quality learning and working conditions for students, teachers, and staff. The custodian will act as an ambassador for the district and commit to offering excellent customer service to students, parents, and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial activities at the assigned school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as needed.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeterias, offices and related facilities; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floors; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; recommend maintenance repairs; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals; report infractions to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers; empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi‑purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Clean Venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork; make minor, non‑technical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans; follow established sanitation procedures and standards.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high‑pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel, plow and sand walks and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency clean‑ups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre‑determined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security.
• Perform minor non‑technical repairs.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.

Physical Demands

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull weights, up to 75 pounds.
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.

Education

High school diploma or GED or other licensed credential for the position. Employees who do not have a diploma or GED can request details on how to obtain an equivalency diploma.

Background Check

For this type of employment, state law requires a national and state criminal history background check and a letter provided by the individual from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services stating the applicant has no administrative findings of child abuse or neglect found through a background check of child abuse and neglect records maintained by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type: Full‑Time