Dynamic Substitute Custodian – Keep Schools Clean & Safe

Graves County Schools; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Graves County Schools is seeking a Substitute Custodian to perform routine custodial tasks at district schools in Mayfield, KY. The role requires cleaning, sanitizing, light maintenance, and security of facilities, with responsibilities spanning classrooms, restrooms, gyms, and cafeterias, including event support and safety reporting.

The position involves heavy physical work, adherence to schedules, and cooperation with maintenance staff.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as assigned.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel, plow and sand walk and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Job description

Graves County Schools is seeking a Substitute Custodian to perform routine custodial tasks at district schools in Mayfield, KY. The role requires cleaning, sanitizing, light maintenance, and security of facilities, with responsibilities spanning classrooms, restrooms, gyms, and cafeterias, including event support and safety reporting.

The position involves heavy physical work, adherence to schedules, and cooperation with maintenance staff.