Evening Custodian, Bus Driver - Lincolnton Middle School

Lincolnton Middle (334); Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincolnton Middle School in Lincolnton, NC seeks an Evening Custodian who also serves as a Bus Driver. This permanent, full-time position is six hours per day, ten months per year, with benefit eligibility and dual employment requirements.

Must obtain a CDL within one year of hire. Salary ranges from $16.07 to $21.69 per hour, with pay based on NC State Retirement System years of service and Lincoln County Schools' pay scale for current employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass drug test, background check, and TB test.
• Valid NCCDL license and bus driving record.
• Must obtain CDL within one year of hire.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform strenuous work.
• Ability to supervise custodian staff and maintain building cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Delivers supplies and equipment, and performs minor repairs.
• Operates cleaning equipment and maintains cleanliness according to schedule.
• Transport students to and from school as needed.
• Maintains equipment and ensures fuel and fluids are topped up.

Skills

Independent worker

Strong communication

Heavy lifting

Record keeping

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor cleaning equipment

Bus maintenance tools

Job description

Evening Custodian, Bus Driver - Lincolnton Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5862141

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Job Description

July 30, 2026

Position Details (334.500)

Evening Custodian, Bus Driver - Lincolnton Middle School

Permanent / full-time / 6 hours per day / 10 Months / benefit eligible

Dual Employment position. Must meet requirements for both positions.

Must obtain CDL within one-year of hire date.

Position Available

August 6, 2026

Reports To

Principal

Salary / FLSA / Non-Exempt

Custodian: Grade 58 – $16.07 - $21.69 per hour; plus local supplement (if applicable)

Bus Driver: Grade 51B - $16.07 - $21.69 per hour

The salary for this position is based upon the successful applicant’s years of service in the NC State Retirement System in the same or similar position. Experience outside of this system may not be recognized for pay purposes. For current Lincoln County School employees, this position will be paid according to the current Lincoln County Schools’ pay scale.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and TB test before starting employment.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that qualifies employee to obtain and maintain a valid NCCDL and drive a bus as directed by supervisor.
• Must comply with all rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a school bus
• Ability to work independently and to supervise custodian staff assuring building is maintained at all times
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to read, write and keep records
• Ability to perform simple calculations
• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects
• General knowledge and skills of cleaning methods, materials and equipment, and physical ability to use equipment (i.e. floor stripper, waxer, power buffer, etc.)
• Not restricted from climbing ladders
• General knowledge of routine maintenance requirements of buildings (bathrooms, offices, classrooms)
• Willing to clean after students (in all situations)
• Ability to identify cleaning needs and address with appropriate methods and supplies

Duties

• Performs a variety of manual activities, in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules including: cleaning and maintaining buildings; maintenance of grounds
• Independent tasks in unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance functions, such as delivery of supplies, materials, and equipment; making minor equipment repairs; reports needed maintenance and repair of equipment
• Work is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, noise, hazards associated with maintenance and equipment operations, gases, oils, and fumes
• Responsible for the timely completion of assignments at sites/schools
• Duties include but not limited to: loading and unloading trucks; cleaning and sanitizing space and equipment; transporting equipment and general warehouse duties as may be required; verifying delivery orders for accuracy against written delivery invoices or work orders; placement of delivered items; delivers supplies to staff as assigned; maintains equipment according to schedule; assumes responsibility for maintaining sufficient levels of fuel, oil and other fluids vital to the proper functioning of equipment assigned; performs other duties as assigned
• Work is supervised by Principal, Assistant Principal, or other designee, and is reviewed through inspections, observations, work review and discussions, feedback from school personnel, and completion of projects and tasks
• Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with administration, staff, and co-workers
• Transport students to and from school as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.07 to $21.69 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nikki Hull , Assistant Principal
• Lincolnton Middle (334)
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Lincoln County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, handicap, national origin, race, religion or sex.