Custodian - Night

Polk County Public Schools; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools seeks a reliable Custodian - Night at Jere L. Stambaugh Middle School in Auburndale, FL. The role focuses on cleaning and maintenance of classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas.

Responsibilities include trash removal, floor care, window cleaning, dusting, and assisting with setup for events. The position requires basic schooling and physical stamina for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Completion of eighth grade or equivalent.
• Knowledge of custodial methods and equipment (cleaning supplies, tools).
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Bilingual or biliterate skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Empties trash containers and cleans surfaces as directed.
• Performs floor care: strips, cleans, and maintains floors.
• Maintains restroom hygiene and classroom/dining areas.
• Assists with setups of facilities for meetings and events.

Skills

Following instructions

Physical strength

Standing for long periods

Bilingual preferred

Education

Completion of eighth grade

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Jere L. Stambaugh Middle, Auburndale, FL, USA, 33823 - Auburndale, Florida Open in Google Maps

Custodian - Night

Polk County Public Schools Jere L. Stambaugh Middle, Auburndale, FL, USA, 33823 - Auburndale, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5928725
Application Deadline: Sep 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 16, 2026 5:09 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Title

Custodian - Night

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform heavy manual work in cleaning tasks in and around schools, buildings and grounds.

Essential Functions of this Job

Empties trash containers, pencil sharpeners and other receptacles. Cleans chalk trays and chalkboards. Dusts ledges, furniture, lights, etc. Replaces spent light bulbs. Refills restroom dispensers. Strips, cleans, burnishes, and applies finish to hard surface floors. Vacuums and shampoos carpets. Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains. Assists in the maintenance of clean, safe and sanitary toilet, shower and dining room facilities. Washes walls, windows, and glass surfaces. Uses tools, equipment and materials such as mops, power floor scrubber and buffer, vacuums, mop bucket and wringer, push and corn broom, floor and window squeegee, dust cloths, dustpans, finishes, toilet bowl mops and brushes, ladders, dollies, insecticides, germicides, bowl acid, cleaning agents, seals, lawn care tools, such as lawnmowers and two-cycle equipment, and maintenance hand tools. Follows instructions for proper use and mixture of chemicals and supplies. Assists lunchroom and warehouse personnel in stacking of heavy crates, boxes, etc. Maintains cleanliness of dining rooms as assigned. Assists with the setups of facilities for meetings, classrooms, and events, etc. Performs maintenance work at school plant by using lawnmower, power edger, hand lawn and garden tools and other tools related to lawn and shrub maintenance.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of eighth grade, providing proof, if attainable, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Some knowledge of the methods and equipment used in custodial tasks. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to perform work requiring strength. Ability to work continuous hours while standing. Ability to learn routine custodial and janitorial duties. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment

Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing between 20 and 50 pounds. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

7 - AFSCME - Custodians - F1 - 12-mo. OSP

Salary Grade

N/A

Pay Grade

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Local Code

0257

EEO5

52

Approval Date

6/22/1993

Date Last Revised

9/12/2013

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Polk County Public Schools
• 1907 South Floral Ave.
• Bartow, Florida 33830
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]