Custodian, Bus Driver, Catawba Springs Elementary School

Catawba Springs Elementary (314); United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln County Schools Catawba Springs Elementary (314) in Denver, NC seeks a Custodian and a Bus Driver for a dual-employment, permanent full-time position. The role includes 8 hours per day over 10 months, with responsibilities for cleaning, maintenance, and safe student transportation.

The posted salary ranges from $16.07 to $21.69 per hour, with local supplements where applicable. Starting date is January 2, 2026, and benefits eligibility applies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must pass drug test, background check, and TB test
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that qualifies to obtain NCCDL and drive a bus
• Ability to work independently and supervise custodian staff
• Read, write and keep records
• Perform very heavy work and lift up to 100+ pounds occasionally
• Know cleaning methods and equipment including floor stripper and waxer

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains buildings and grounds according to schedules
• Perform unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks and transport supplies
• Work under supervision and be evaluated by administration and staff
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff
• Transport students as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian, Bus Driver, Catawba Springs Elementary School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5464348
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Dec 10, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 2, 2026

Job Description

Date Posted

December 10, 2025

Position Details (314.504)

Custodian (6 hours), Bus Driver (2 hours) - Catawba Springs Elementary School

Permanent / full-time / 8 hours per day / 10 Months / benefit eligible

Dual Employment position. Must meet requirements for both positions.

Position Available

January 2, 2026

Reports To

Principal

Salary / FLSA / Non-Exempt

Custodian: Grade 58 – $16.07 - $21.69 per hour; plus local supplement (if applicable)

Bus Driver: Grade 58 – $16.07 - $21.69 per hour

The salary for this position is based upon the successful applicant’s years of service in the NC State Retirement System in the same or similar position. Experience outside of this system may not be recognized for pay purposes. For current Lincoln County School employees, this position will be paid according to the current Lincoln County Schools’ pay scale.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and TB test before starting employment.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that qualifies employee to obtain and maintain a valid NCCDL and drive a bus as directed by supervisor.
• Must comply with all rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a school bus
• Ability to work independently and to supervise custodian staff assuring building is maintained at all times
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to read, write and keep records
• Ability to perform simple calculations
• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects
• General knowledge and skills of cleaning methods, materials and equipment, and physical ability to use equipment (i.e. floor stripper, waxer, power buffer, etc.)
• Not restricted from climbing ladders
• General knowledge of routine maintenance requirements of buildings (bathrooms, offices, classrooms)
• Willing to clean after students (in all situations)
• Ability to identify cleaning needs and address with appropriate methods and supplies

Duties

• Performs a variety of manual activities, in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules including: cleaning and maintaining buildings; maintenance of grounds
• Independent tasks in unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance functions, such as delivery of supplies, materials, and equipment; making minor equipment repairs; reports needed maintenance and repair of equipment
• Work is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, noise, hazards associated with maintenance and equipment operations, gases, oils, and fumes
• Responsible for the timely completion of assignments at sites/schools
• Duties include but not limited to: loading and unloading trucks; cleaning and sanitizing space and equipment; transporting equipment and general warehouse duties as may be required; verifying delivery orders for accuracy against written delivery invoices or work orders; placement of delivered items; delivers supplies to staff as assigned; maintains equipment according to schedule; assumes responsibility for maintaining sufficient levels of fuel, oil and other fluids vital to the proper functioning of equipment assigned; performs other duties as assigned
• Work is supervised by Principal, Assistant Principal, or other designee, and is reviewed through inspections, observations, work review and discussions, feedback from school personnel, and completion of projects and tasks
• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with administration, staff, and co-workers
• Transport students to and from school as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Lincoln County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, handicap, national origin, race, religion or sex.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.07 to $21.69 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Marie Ashford , Principal
• Catawba Springs Elementary (314)
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]