Full Time (8 hours) 2nd Shift Maintenance/Custodian

Michigan Association of School Boards; Hillsdale (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement (MPSERS)

Paid leave

Job summary

Reading Community Schools is seeking a Maintenance/Custodian for a full-time, 2nd shift position with a wage of $18.45 per hour. The role is year-round (261 days) and reports to the Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor, with responsibilities for grounds maintenance and custodial care.

The ideal candidate is reliable, able to lift 50 lbs, adheres to safety protocols, and can collaborate with the team. The position may involve assisting with food service as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college or trade school classes preferred.
• Be neat in appearance.
• Be able to speak, read, and write at a level of proficiency that permits satisfactory job performance.
• Be capable of and demonstrate the establishment and maintenance of harmonious, effective relationships with staff, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Custodial and maintenance experience to carry out assigned duties is preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with the supervisor.
• Operate lawn mowers, zero-turn mowers, edgers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers.
• Conduct ice and snow removal from sidewalks, building fronts, and parking lots.
• Keep careful control over all tools and custodial equipment.
• Perform grounds upkeep: pick up litter, remove leaves/brush, and clean up after storms.
• Follow all safety protocols: PPE, safe operation of equipment, and traffic/pedestrian controls.
• Maintain records: work logs, chemical applications, equipment maintenance, and incident reports.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Full Time (8 hours) 2nd Shift Maintenance/Custodian

Deadline: October 31, 2026
District/Organization: Reading Community Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $18.45 per hour

READING COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

VACANCY NOTICE

READING COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

September 26, 2026

Reading Community Schools is posting the following position for the 2026/2027 School Year:

Position: Maintenance/Custodian (Full-Time) 8 Hours Per Day, Year-Round Position (261 Days)

Reports to: Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor

Primary Purpose

The School Maintenance/Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming educational environment for students, staff, and visitors. Under the supervision of the Building & Grounds Supervisor, the Ground Maintenance Worker performs all ground maintenance for the district, including but not limited to mowing and snow removal during snowfall, and operating and maintaining district lawn and snow equipment. This position executes routine and specialized custodial care, minor facility maintenance, and operational support. The ideal candidate is reliable and collaborative, takes pride in campus aesthetics, prioritizes safety regulations, and is flexible enough to assist with food service operations as needed.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Clear Criminal History Check.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Maintain communication with the supervisor.
• Report all accidents, needed supplies, and broken equipment immediately.
• Operate lawn mowers, zero-turn mowers, edgers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers.
• Maintain grass-cutting equipment; sharpen mower blades; change oil and hydraulic fluids.
• Conduct ice and snow removal from sidewalks, building fronts, and parking lots.
• Maintain snow removal equipment, trucks, plows, salt spreaders, and snow blowers.
• Salt parking lots, drives, sidewalks, and building fronts.
• Keep careful control over all tools and custodial equipment.
• Perform grounds upkeep: pick up litter, remove leaves/brush, and clean up after storms.
• Inspect grounds for hazards; address or report safety issues (holes, broken branches, uneven surfaces).
• Follow all safety protocols: use PPE, operate equipment safely, and manage traffic/pedestrian controls.
• Support event and facility needs: set up/take down outdoor furniture, signage, and temporary barriers.
• Maintain records: work logs, chemical applications, equipment maintenance, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize tasks and meet service standards.
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, and visitors; respond to work orders promptly.
• Adhere to environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support safe, clean, and functional grounds.
• Sweep, mop, and scrub floors and other surfaces.
• Clean, renovate, and renew floor surface finishes.
• Safely manages and sanitizes student biohazard spills, including blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids, ensuring compliance with health department guidelines.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings.
• Moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment, including folding up cafeteria tables.
• Sweeps or shovels snow from steps, roofs, and walkways at building entrances, and salts icy steps and walkways as needed.
• Collects, bags, and disposes of trash.
• Locks/unlocks doors and windows to classrooms and offices.
• Turns off unnecessary lighting.
• Cleans and services lavatories, toilet rooms, and locker rooms.
• Washes all interior and exterior glass, including framed pictures, partitions, and doors.
• Reports items that require repair.
• Performs interior surface maintenance, including painting, priming, and wall preparation for classrooms and common areas.
• Maintains and operates all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
• Vacuums and spot-cleans carpet and flooring as necessary.
• Performs all custodial/maintenance duties assigned by supervisor(s).
• Must be self-motivated.
• Ability to work alone and troubleshoot plumbing and electrical issues.
• Walking and/or standing for extended periods of time.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, candidates must meet one of the following:

• High school diploma or GED required; college or trade school classes preferred.
• Possess good habits, character, and attendance records.
• Be neat in appearance.
• Be able to speak, read, and write at a level of proficiency that permits satisfactory job performance.
• Be capable of and demonstrate the establishment and maintenance of harmonious, effective relationships with staff, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Upon request, present a certificate signed by a licensed physician appointed by the school board verifying the physical ability to perform the job.
• Custodial and maintenance experience to carry out assigned duties is preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Possess a willingness to learn new job skills.

Preferred:

• Previous maintenance and custodial experience preferred.
• Salary: Hourly rate of $18.45 per hour. Benefits: single-subscriber insurance, paid holidays, retirement through MPSERS, and paid leave time.

Reading Community Schools

301 Chestnut Street

Reading, MI 49274

Deadline for posting is until filled

TERMS: The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Reading Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Statement of Non-discrimination: The District does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, Veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. Individuals may report concerns or questions about sex discrimination to the Title IX Coordinator.