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

Unionville--chadds-Ford-School-District; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Unionville-Chadds Ford School District in Kennett Square, PA, is hiring for a Custodian - 2nd Shift (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm) across multiple schools. The position is 8 hours per day x 260 days per year, with benefits eligibility and immediate availability.

The role requires basic literacy, computer skills, tool knowledge, physical strength, and a cooperative team attitude. Must shovel snow and perform minor repairs while supporting campus cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and listening skills – verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills – work orders, supply orders, email and other basic applications; willingness to learn
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and cleaning; physical stamina
• Skills to work with people – pleasant, positive, enthusiastic
• Must shovel snow; read and follow manuals for minor repairs
• Good organizational skills – attention to detail; ability to observe and problem solve

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas – stripping/waxing, mopping, buffing, dusting, vacuuming, lavatory cleaning, carpet extraction
• Unlock and secure buildings and monitor security
• Assist with events and activities; receive and inventory supplies
• Assemble and deliver furniture; basic equipment care
• Perform minor repairs with hand tools and replace bulbs; report repairs
• Assist departments, PTO and outside groups; monitor facility use
• Overtime for snow removal; help with student dismissal

Skills

Basic reading writing listening skills

Basic computer skills

Hand tools and cleaning

Team player

Physical strength

Good moral character

Shovel snow

Flexibility in schedule

Ladder/climb capabilities

Job description

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

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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 applications

  Experience 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

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