Custodian (Part-Time)

The School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County in Fort Myers, Florida is seeking a part-time Custodian to support daily cleaning, minor maintenance, and campus upkeep.

Responsibilities include cleaning rooms and common areas, handling light repairs, lawn care, and ensuring safety and order on school grounds. Starting pay is $16.43 per hour with a 6-hour shift, 255 days per year, and a focus on reliable, courteous service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of related experience.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, chemicals, practices, computers, and applications.
• Ability to work with equipment and chemicals commonly used in custodial work.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties involving cleaning, minor repairs, lawn care, and other routine cleaning procedures (i.e., light painting, removal of graffiti).
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, offices, stairways, and other areas.
• Sweep, mop, and scrub; wax, buff, and strip wax from floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; dust/polish furniture; remove mildew; and replace supplies as directed.
• Dispose of wastepaper, facilitate recycling activities, remove gum, wash windows/desks, clean whiteboards, and wash outside areas as needed.
• In kitchen areas, clean air conditioning vents; ductwork; fans on walls, ceilings, coolers, freezers; lights and enclosures in exhaust hoods, coolers, freezers, warmers, and ceilings; and exposed motors and wires on backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
• Follow building procedures to secure areas of assignment.
• Make simple repairs and perform routine maintenance to cleaning equipment.
• Report damages of structure and equipment requiring extensive repairs.
• Provide minor maintenance work to include light painting, replacing light bulbs, and performing basic electronic, carpentry, and simple plumbing repairs, etc.
• Provide basic lawn care, cut/trim small areas of grass hedges, sweep and clean walks, and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.
• Maintain related lawn equipment.
• Utilize basic District computer applications for communication, training, and record keeping.
• Take care that certain papers and materials are not misplaced or destroyed in assigned work areas.
• Use chemicals provided by the District as trained.
• Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Move furniture/equipment and deliver supplies.
• Request assistance as needed when lifting/moving heavy or awkward objects.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Privacy laws knowledge

Customer service

Equipment handling

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian (Part-Time)

The School District of Lee County Lee County Public Schools - Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5981478
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 04, 2026 4:39 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year of related experience.

Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills.
• Knowledge of general policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, chemicals, practices, computers, and applications.
• Ability to work with equipment and chemicals commonly used in custodial work.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.

Revised: 07/12/23

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties involving cleaning, minor repairs, lawn care, and other routine cleaning procedures (i.e., light painting, removal of graffiti).
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, offices, stairways, and other areas.
• Sweep, mop, and scrub; wax, buff, and strip wax from floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; dust/polish furniture; remove mildew; and replace supplies as directed.
• Dispose of wastepaper, facilitate recycling activities, remove gum, wash windows/desks, clean whiteboards, and wash outside areas as needed.
• In kitchen areas, clean air conditioning vents; ductwork; fans on walls, ceilings, coolers, freezers; lights and enclosures in exhaust hoods, coolers, freezers, warmers, and ceilings; and exposed motors and wires on backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
• Follow building procedures to secure areas of assignment.
• Make simple repairs and perform routine maintenance to cleaning equipment.
• Report damages of structure and equipment requiring extensive repairs.
• Provide minor maintenance work to include light painting, replacing light bulbs, and performing basic electronic, carpentry, and simple plumbing repairs, etc.
• Provide basic lawn care, cut/trim small areas of grass hedges, sweep and clean walks, and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.
• Maintain related lawn equipment.
• Utilize basic District computer applications for communication, training, and record keeping.
• Take care that certain papers and materials are not misplaced or destroyed in assigned work areas.
• Use chemicals provided by the District as trained.
• Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Move furniture/equipment and deliver supplies.
• Request assistance as needed when lifting/moving heavy or awkward objects.

Revised: 07/12/23

Additional Job Information

S02, $16.43, 6 Hours, 255 days

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

Position Type: Part-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]