Custodian (Substitute)

South San Antonio Independent School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

South San Antonio Independent School District is seeking a Substitute Custodian to perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and safety duties at assigned campus locations in San Antonio, Texas. The role requires following established procedures, handling cleaning equipment, and assisting with minor repairs and lawn care.

The position is nonexempt and reports to Custodial Services Supervisor/Principal. Salary is $14.00 per hour with fingerprinting background checks required and a requirement to

Qualifications

• Fingerprinting background check required; fee is paid by the employee.
• No education/certification required.
• Nonexempt status typical for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning schedule for halls, restrooms, and floors.
• Keep building and grounds neat and clean, including exterior areas.
• Operate cleaning equipment and handle supplies safely.
• Assist with minor maintenance and landscaping as needed.
• Open/secure buildings and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Read and understand cleaning instr

Minor repairs knowledge

Operate cleaning equipment

Handle cleaning supplies

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet vac

Dry vac

Electric drill

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

Custodian (Substitute)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5871410

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Custodian (Substitute)

Reports to: Custodial Services Supervisor/Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: $14.00/hr

Primary Purpose: Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: None specified

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Experience: None

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Cleaning

• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of halls, steps, windows, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Dusts, sweeps, and mops floors on a daily basis.
• Scrubs/strips waxed floors as scheduled.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
• Perform minor paint touch ups as needed.
• Assist with minor lawn work and landscaping.
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning facilities for special events. Safety
• Assist with opening and securing all buildings and gates each school day.
• Follow established procedures for checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Other: Assume additional workload and job related duties as required and/or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $14 to $14 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd.
• San Antonio, Texas 78242
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]