HEAD CUSTODIAN - GRADES K - 9

Butler County Educational Service Centre; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 56,592,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local School District is seeking a Head Custodian for Independence Elementary School (Grades K-9) in Middletown, Ohio. This 1 FTE role oversees daily custodial operations and ensures a clean, safe learning environment during the school day.

The position requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, prior custodial experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. FBI/BCI background checks are required for employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Prior custodial or facilities experience preferred.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily custodial operations in a K-9 school setting.
• Coordinate custodial staff and perform hands-on custodial work.
• Support building operations, safety, and security throughout the school day.
• Assist with light maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

District technology applications

Job description

HEAD CUSTODIAN - GRADES K - 9

Lakota Local Schools Independence Elementary School - Middletown, Ohio Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education

Job Details

Job ID: 5905956

Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students.

Everything we do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Head Custodian - Grades K - 9, 1 FTE

Job Summary: The Head Custodian is an individual with site-based leadership responsibilities responsible for overseeing daily custodial operations in a K9 school setting.

This position ensures a clean, safe, and well-maintained learning environment by coordinating custodial staff, performing hands-on custodial and light maintenance work, and supporting building operations, safety, and security throughout the school day.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Valid driver's license required.

Prior custodial or facilities experience required; experience coordinating or leading staff preferred.

Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to use basic computer systems and district technology applications.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a school and custodial environment.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; bending, lifting, twisting, and repetitive motions required.

Exposure to cleaning chemicals, equipment, and varying indoor and outdoor conditions.

8 hours per day,5 days per week. and 260 days per year.

Per salary schedule at Lakota, starting at $19.75 per hour, based on verified previous experience.

Viewthe attached job description for additional information.

Applicants that are offered positions shall be required to submit to an FBI/BCII criminal background check. Failure to satisfactorily pass the criminal background check based on the discretion of the Board of Education will preclude an individual from employment with the district.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• ITC CHANGEME


• 400 N Erie Hwy


• Hamilton, Ohio 45011


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]