Custodian (Part-Time)

Fcstn; Winchester (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County Schools is seeking a Groundskeeper/Facilities Assistant to support district operations for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year.

Responsibilities include maintaining buildings and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas; regulating HVAC for seasonal comfort and efficiency; performing grass cutting, tree trimming, snow plowing, and basic repairs; and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Maintain buildings and grounds including sidewalks, driveways and play areas.
• Perform general maintenance and basic repairs as needed.
• Follow safety rules and procedures; comply with local waste disposal laws.
• Assist with snow removal and seasonal upkeep as required.

Responsibilities

• Keep all buildings, sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean.
• Regulate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning for seasonal comfort and efficiency.
• Perform grass cutting, tree trimming, and other grounds-keeping tasks.
• Unlock doors before school and secure them after students depart.
• Shovel, plow, and maintain steps, walks, and parking areas as needed.
• Report major repairs promptly and assist with minor repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, restrooms, classrooms, offices, and hallways.
• Move furniture as required and manage supplies inventory.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Facilities maintenance

Snow removal

Safety procedures

HVAC basics

Building unlock/secure

Tools

Lawn equipment

Snow plow

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Term: As needed from present for remainder of 2026-27 school year

1. Keep all buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times;
2. Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity;
3. Perform such grounds-keeping chores as grass cutting, tree trimming, etc.;
4. Unlock doors prior to student arrivals and secure doors after student departures;
5. Shovel, plow, and maintain steps, walks, driveways, and parking areas as needed;
6. Perform such minor building repairs as he/she is capable of;
7. Report major repairs that are needed promptly;
8. Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition;
9. Move furniture within buildings as required;
10. Keep the grounds free from rubbish;
11. Wash all windows on both the inside and outside;
12. Clean restrooms, classrooms, offices, hallways, and other areas of the building;
13. Conduct an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair;
14. Keep and inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand, and requisition needed replacements;
15. Compile with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste;
16. Know and follow all safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job; and
17. Perform other work-related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or Director of Schools.

To ensure the safety and welfare of students and staff, the district shall require criminal history background checks and fingerprinting of applicants for teaching positions and any other positions that require proximity to children. Additionally, satisfactory results from a required pre-employment drug screen as well as checks with various state/federal registries are required before an applicant is actually employed by Franklin County Schools.