Elementary School Custodian

Jackson County School District; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County School District is seeking a Maintenance/Custodian for Vancleave Lower Elementary to maintain a clean, safe, and secure school environment. The role includes opening/closing procedures, lighting control, and routine custodial tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, housekeeping experience preferred, and strong public relations skills. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and work on school grounds as required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Housekeeping/Custodial experience preferred.
• Possess good public relations skills.
• Such additional requirements as the Board may require.

Responsibilities

• Assists in unlocking/locking doors, turning on/off lights, and securing the building at the start and end of each day.
• Maintains general custodial duties including cleaning, restrooms, and restocking supplies.
• Keeps grounds and entryways free from rubbish and debris.
• Assists in on-the-job training and reports damages or needs to appropriate staff.
• Performs duties with safety in mind and follows approved chemicals and procedures.

Skills

Public relations

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Mechanic/Custodian/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 10/15/2026
• Location: Vancleave Lower Elementary
• Must remain on campus during work hours unless clocked out for lunch or otherwise approved by school administrator.
• Assists the school administrator in the process of unlocking and locking doors, turning on and off lights and securing the building at the beginning and end of each day.

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Housekeeping/Custodial experience preferred.
• Possess good public relations skills.
• Such additional requirements as the Board may require.

Physical Requirements:

• Possess physical strength necessary to actively perform duties with prolonged periods of standing
• Employee must have ability to lift, carry, push, pull or move materials up to 30 lbs.
• Vision to read printed material, standing, walking, bending, and stooping required.

Job Goal:

To maintain the school in a condition of excellence and cleanliness at all times.

Performance Responsibilities:

Assume responsibility for effective and efficient performance to include, but not be limited to the following buildings, sidewalks, grounds, and cafeteria during dining session if emergency arises (vomit, bodily fluids etc.)

• Performs duties with the approved chemicals provided to each school, as directed by operations and supportONLY, - no outside chemicals shall be used in the facilities
• Performs general, routine custodial duties using necessary equipment and chemicals: to include dusting, polishing, windows, walls, woodwork, glass counters, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
• Secures all areas in order to clean (halls, rooms, offices, cafeteria etc.) with spills/debris/bodily fluids until cleanup can be completed.
• Keeps the grounds, entryways, and sidewalks free from rubbish.
• Assists in setting up assembly areas, moves chair, tables, etc.
• Maintains environmental services closet, supplies, cart, mops, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner and ensures proper care in the use and storage of equipment.
• Operates school laundry equipment when applicable
• Performs other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by School Principal/and or/Assistant Principal
• Reports damages, needs and/or concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting work orders and checking supply levels.
• Knowledgeable with all safety procedures and practices safe operations with emphasis on continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.

Terms of Employment:

187 Days unless determined otherwise

The Jackson County School District is an equal opportunity employer. The Jackson County School District does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sex, military status, or any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of employees, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our employees. Employment is subject to background check, finger printing and pre-employment drug test results, in accordance with state law.