Custodian (Multiple Positions)

DUNBAR MIDDLE SCH FOR INNOV; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

12-month position

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking multiple Custodians to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across its facilities. Responsibilities include regular cleaning of classrooms, offices, and libraries, along with the upkeep of assigned areas. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This is a full-time position with immediate start and offers a supportive work environment with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and sanitary schools including classrooms and offices.
• Sweep, mop, and disinfect areas as needed.
• Pick up paper and clean trash receptacles.

Skills

Ability to work independently and in teams

Understands cleaning chemicals

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian (Multiple Positions)

Lynchburg City Schools DUNBAR MIDDLE SCH FOR INNOV - LYNCHBURG, Virginia

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Job Details

Job ID: 5516027

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Custodian(Multiple Positions) GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Custodian Department: Facilities & Maintenance Salary Grade:Classified Grade B+ FLSA Status: Non-exempt Site/Location: Dunbar Middle School Reports to: Principal Date: 02/09/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

• Maintain clean, safe, sanitary schools including, but not limited to disinfecting and light maintenance of assigned school spaces. Performs the general cleaning of all classrooms, office spaces and libraries as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sweeps, mops (dust/wet), dusts, and disinfects areas regularly as needed.
• Cleans classrooms, offices, libraries as assigned.
• Picks up paper and other debris, empties and cleans trash receptacles in assigned areas.
• Vacuums and operates other assigned equipment as assigned.
• Performs related work as assigned.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma, or equivalent, preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understands and carries out both written and oral instructions.
• Reads or recognizes cleaning chemical labels.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
• Designated as Essential Personnel - Employees must report to assigned job site during emergency situations including weather and building emergencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: This is a 12 month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales . DAYS: 260 START DATE: 2025-2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lakrisha Scott
• 915 Court St
• Lynchburg, Virginia 24504
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]