Custodian - 9 month (2026-2027)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools seeks a Custodian (9 months) for the school system. The role involves maintaining security, cleaning facilities, restroom upkeep, and assisting with minor repairs. The position supports classrooms, offices, and event setups under the principal and head custodian.

Requirements include a high school diploma (preferred), custodial experience, and ability to meet background clearance standards per Alabama regulations. The work year and hours are established by the system.

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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building security and policing grounds.
• Cleaning, sweeping, and dry mopping floors.
• Cleaning and restocking of restrooms and restroom fixtures.
• Cleaning classrooms and offices, vacuuming carpeted areas, dusting furniture and office machines.
• Cleaning of windows and window sills and removal of debris from the building(s).
• Buffing/burnishing, stripping, and refinishing of hard surface floors.
• Shampooing, spotting, and extracting carpet.
• Light bulb replacement, HVAC filter service, and other project work.
• Small repairs including light fixtures/ballasts, switches, glazing, locks and plumbing.
• Provide emergency cleanup for spills.
• Report needs for other repairs and maintenance.
• Move heavy furniture and equipment as needed.
• Maintain/ordering custodial equipment and supplies and scheduling projects.
• Assist in event or special program setups as time permits.
• Shift schedule as determined by the principal; perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in training programs to increase skill and proficiency.
• Participate in cross-training activities as required.
• Assume other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Custodial experience

Background clearance

Good communication

Job description

JOB TITLE

Custodian (9 months)

SALARY SCHEDULE

X (182 Days)

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2. Demonstrated experience in custodial work preferred.
• 3. 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 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.