Custodian (Night) - Rover

Lemon Grove School District; Lemon Grove (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lemon Grove School District in Lemon Grove, California is seeking a Night Custodian (Rover) to maintain a clean, safe learning environment across multiple district sites. The position runs 2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday through Friday, with a half-hour unpaid lunch, and requires travel between campuses.

Under supervision, the custodian will perform cleaning tasks, monitor facilities, respond to maintenance needs, and prepare rooms for meetings and events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a school/institutional setting preferred.
• Ability to travel between district sites.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, scrub, mop, clean and finish floors; vacuum carpeted areas.
• Clean and dust walls, lockers, furniture and fixtures; clean white boards.
• Lock/unlock gates and doors; set alarms; monitor building safety.
• Travel between district sites during the evening shift as required.

Skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian (Night) - Rover

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967695

Application Deadline: Oct 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Custodian (Night) - Rover One (1) Vacancy

Schedule: 2:00pm-10:30pm(includes a .5 hour of unpaid lunch), Monday - Friday Work Year: 260 paid days per year

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the superintendent or a designee selected by the superintendent in collaboration with CSEA, maintains a clean, attractive and safe facility; provides room arrangement as requested for meetings, classroom activities and events; minimizes property damage, loss and liability exposure; ensures assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner. This is a full-time evening position assigned to travel between District sites as needed.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Supervised directly by the superintendent or designee, with technical support from the Facilities Project Director; has a working relationship with all school personnel and students. Works across multiple District sites based on operational need.

• Sweep, scrub, mop, clean and apply finish to floors of rooms, hallways, stairs; vacuum all carpet areas. (E)
• Clean and dust walls, lockers, furniture and fixtures; clean white boards. (E)
• Clean, wash and scrub all bathroom plumbing fixtures. (E)
• Clean school facilities (classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds) for the purpose of maintaining a clean and safe learning environment. (E)
• Sweep sidewalks and asphalt areas, dispose of rubbish, clean and disinfect trash containers. (E)
• Clean and monitor draining of drinking fountains. (E)
• Recycle clean paper and break down box containers. (E)
• Remove all trash and debris from school campus as required to maintain attractive school facility. (E)
• Arrange necessary furnishings and equipment, in a timely manner, for all scheduled meetings, school events and classroom activities. (E)
• Deliver variety of large items (supplies, furniture, equipment, materials) to appropriate staff or facility locations. (E)
• Travel between District sites during the evening shift as assigned to meet custodial and operational needs. (E)
• Maintain an accurate mileage or travel log and submit it in accordance with District procedures. (E)
• Collaborate with site personnel about site cleaning, schedules; school activities, safety and maintenance of facilities; submit work order requests to designated site staff. (E)
• Lock and unlock gates and doors; check for open windows; lock and unlock playground equipment; set alarms correctly; raise and lower flags; check hot water and room temperatures. (E)
• Assist Maintenance and Operations Department as required to complete site projects and work activities. (E)
• Make minor repairs to furniture, equipment and fixtures (i.e. replace light bulbs and diffusers, replace switch plates, chair and table glides). (E)
• Use computer to send and receive work related email; enter work absences and request substitute. (E)
• Comply with District approved Custodial Standards of Cleanliness and Safety. (E)
• Maintain communication via 2-way radio with designated site personnel. (E)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (E)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Modern cleaning methods, materials, tools and equipment.
• Safe work practices.
• Maintenance principles and sanitation methods.

ABILITY TO:

• Use district approved cleaning agents, supplies, and equipment.
• Read, write and understand English language.
• Perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Adhere to safe work practices.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Plan, organize and effectively carry out detail of work schedule.
• Adjust and prioritize work schedule with short notice.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and public.
• Use 2-way radio and computer to facilitate communication with school and district staff.
• Perform a variety of tasks.
• Maintain facility in clean and safe manner and aligned with district approved custodial standards.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible records.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility, preferably in a school and/or institutional setting.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• District pre-employment test
• Post-offer physical examination and drug screen
• Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice
• Current X-ray or tuberculin skin test before employment and every four years thereafter
• Valid California Driver’s License and evidence of insurability
• Ability to travel between District sites as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor and outdoor environment. Exposure to dust, chemicals, and blood borne pathogens. Variance in temperatures. Exposure to equipment with moving parts. Climbing a ladder. Lifting heavy objects of 50 pounds. Regular evening travel between District sites as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment, tools, supplies and materials.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Seeing to inspect facility and equipment.

Frequent to occasional lifting, carrying and maneuvering of heavy object.

Frequent to occasional standing, squatting, and climbing to clean and replace light bulbs.

Frequent to constant walking including walking on gravel or uneven surfaces.

Frequent bending at neck, stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling.

Frequent to constant reaching overhead, above shoulder and horizontally to clean and dust.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.32 to $25.90 Per Hour

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