Custodian-2nd Shift (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm)

District Wide; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Unionville-Chadds Ford School District is seeking a Custodian for the 2nd shift, covering multiple schools. The role runs 8 hours per day across a 12-month period with benefits eligibility and a starting wage of $17.69 per hour.

The position requires basic reading/writing, basic computer and tool skills, physical stamina, teamwork and a willingness to perform minor repairs and assist with events. Availability for overtime and snow removal is expected.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and listening skills incl. verbal and written communication.
• Basic computer skills for work orders, supply orders, email and basic apps.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and cleaning.
• Ability to work with people in a positive, enthusiastic manner.
• Aptitude, physical stamina and good moral character.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas per supervisor instructions (strip/wax, mop, buff, vacuum, etc.).
• Unlock/lock building and monitor security of facilities.
• Assist with events and activities as needed.
• Receive, store and inventory supplies; assemble and deliver furniture.
• Perform minor repairs with hand tools and report needed fixes.
• Help departments, PTO and outside groups; monitor facility use.
• Work overtime as needed for snow removal and salting; assist with dismissal.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Reading skills

Computer skills

Hand tools

People skills

Stamina

Integrity

Physical strength

Team player

Minor repairs

Time management

Hygiene

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Snow removal

Overtime flexibility

Ladder/climb

Job description

Custodian-2nd Shift (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm)

Unionville-Chadds Ford School District District Wide - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5958458
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Custodian - 2nd Shift

Multiple Schools

8 hours per day x 260 days per year (12-month position - benefits eligible)

Salary: $17.69

Available Immediately

QUALIFICATIONS: To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary.

• Basic reading, writing and listening skills – verbal and written communication skills

• Basic computer skills – work orders, supply orders, email and other basic applicationsExperience or willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and cleaning
• Skills to work with people – pleasant, positive, enthusiastic
• Aptitude, physical ability and stamina
• Be of good moral character (honest and trustworthy)
• Physical strength to lift, carry, transport supplies, furniture and school equipment
• Commitment to school appearance and willingness to help faculty and students maintain it
• Knowledge of minor repairs for bathroom /classroom hardware, ceiling tiles, furniture, vents, fluorescent lights, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend manuals for new minor repair tasks
• Ability to use time effectively
• Ability to maintain good personal hygiene and well-groomed appearance
• Good to excellent employment history
• Good organizational skills – attention to detail
• Ability to observe, assess a situation and problem solve
• Must shovel snow
• Flexibility in schedule – in working overtime
• Ability and willingness to work as a team member and independently
• Ability to climb ladder, work on scaffold or lift
• Ability to work on 6-8 foot step ladder

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaning and/or maintaining assigned areas – stripping/waxing, wet/dry mopping, buffing, dusting, vacuuming, lavatory cleaning, carpet extraction, etc. as assigned by supervisor
• Unlock building/Lockup – check building systems - security
• Assist with special events and activities
• Receive, store, distribute and inventory general supplies
• Assemble and deliver furniture
• Basic equipment care
• Perform minor repairs – hand tools – including replacing light bulbs
• Report needed repairs
• Assist different departments, PTO and outside groups
• Monitor facility use and assist outside groups using facility
• Work overtime as needed – snow removal and salting – everyone shovels snow!
• Help with student dismissal
• Other duties assigned by supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Twelve (12) months per year /40 hours per week
• School Year: 8-hour shift Monday-Friday
• School Breaks: 8-hour shift (day)
• Summer: 10-hour shift Monday-Thursday (day)
• Overtime may be required (possible weekends)

Clearances required for employment

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)

Pennsylvania State Criminal Record Check (Act 34)

Federal Criminal History Record Check (Act 114)

Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release: Unionville-Chadds Ford School District uses an online process for submission and processing of required Act 168 forms. Candidates will receive information as necessary during the selection process.

The Unionville-Chadds Ford School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.69 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required