Custodian (CTC)

Alabama State Department of Education; Cleveland (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Blount County Board of Education seeks a dependable Custodian to perform cleaning and maintenance tasks across school facilities. The role supports safe, clean, and efficient educational spaces under the supervision of the principal.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning, security, waste management, and routine upkeep of restrooms, floors, and fixtures. On a 222-day schedule, you will collaborate with staff to maintain a welcoming environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred as the minimum qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence with basic math skills for measurements.

Responsibilities

• Cleans designated spaces, equipment, and areas in the building daily.
• Maintains building and grounds security each school day.
• Restrooms are swept and mopped; fixtures cleaned and stocked.
• Empties trash cans and manages waste per local procedures.
• Maintains clean water fountains and floors; reports hazards to the principal.
• Assists with grounds maintenance as needed, e.g., trimming and debris removal.
• Replaces light bulbs and performs basic maintenance tasks when directed.
• Communicates potential problems to the principal promptly.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Math Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Safety Awareness

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description Title- Custodian

Reports To

Principal

FLSA Designation

Non-Exempt

Job Goal

To provide excellent custodian and grounds keeping services so that facilities are well maintained, comfortable and efficient education and work environments.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent training preferred
2. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
3. Ability to perform and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using unites of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
4. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with students, and staff of the school.

Skills and Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee will frequently bend twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. such as bulk furniture or trash. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, and floor machines. The employee be required to lift trash over head depending on trash receptacle.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing such as shutting off toilets, etc.
• Able to tolerate cleaning supplies and odors associated with these cleaning agents.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Daily

1. Cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment, etc. in the building.
2. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage of cleaning supplies and disposal of trash.
3. Help maintain building and grounds security in the building each school day.
4. Outside entrances and grounds security in the buildings each school day.
5. Outside entrances should be cleaned before students arrive each day.
6. Restrooms: sweep and mop floors, clean fixtures, mirrors, etc. Keep supplied with toilet tissue and paper towels.
7. Empty trash cans;
8. Clean water fountains;
9. Pick up paper, cans, bottles, and other trash on campus;
10. Keep all floors and rugs in a clean and attractive condition.
11. Make sure the building is secure in the afternoon.
12. Any other duties as assigned by the principal of the local school.

As Needed

1. Maintenance of school grounds: grass cutting, trim hedges, etc.
2. Sweep, run leaf blower or use pressure washer to keep sidewalks clean.
3. Dispose of boxes, books, etc. as requested.
4. Replace light bulbs;
5. Clean glass doors, windows, inside and outside.
6. Mop floors (at least once per week) and clean mop heads;
7. Wax floors;
8. Move furniture or equipment as required for various activities and as directed by principal;
9. Clean outside of trophy cases;
10. Clean baseboards and corners;
11. Conduct an ongoing program of general maintenance and repairs.
12. Keep principal informed of potential problems or unusual events and responds to inquiries and custodial and other concerns in a timely manner.
13. Any other duties as assigned by the principal of the local school.

Terms of Employment

222-days

Daily work schedule will be determined by the principal or his/her designee for the necessary operations of the school assigned. Work assignments and schedules are subject to change.

Salary

Approved salary schedule for Janitor/Custodian is located on the Human Resources webpage. Click here to view salary schedules.

Annual salary is based on a 40-hour work week.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the support personnel evaluation system and board policy.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Blount County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

THE BLOUNT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Blount County Board of Education 415 5th Ave East, Oneonta, AL 35121