Lead Custodian/Bus Driver - Full Time with Benefits

R-S Central High School; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

R-S Central High School in Rutherfordton, NC is seeking a Lead Custodian/Bus Driver to join the facilities team. This full-time role includes cleaning, maintenance tasks, and operating the school bus per safety procedures.

You will report to the school administration, follow schedules, and support building operations to maintain a safe, clean environment for students and staff. Immediate starting date; benefits included.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
• Some skill in the use of small equipment used in the routine cleaning.
• Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Must be 21+, HS diploma or GED, valid Class A/B with P/S endorsements; pass background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and dusting.
• Assist in moving furniture and washing surfaces as needed.
• Replenish tissue, towels, and soap in restrooms and kitchens.
• Empties waste baskets and other trash receptacles; locks/unlocks doors.
• Sorts/stores materials for recycling; report damages or repairs.
• Assist in controlling heating and air equipment at the location.

Skills

Ability to follow directions

Small equipment use

Cleaning methods knowledge

Job description

Lead Custodian/Bus Driver - Full Time with Benefits

Rutherford County Schools R-S Central High School - Rutherfordton, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5946182

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NATURE OF WORK:

An employee hired for this position performs a variety of manual work duties daily to assist in keeping the location clean and maintained. The employee also would be responsible for performing recurring tasks in accordance with established practices and cleaning schedules. If a problem or issue arises, this employee will assist the direct supervisor or administrator. Supervision is direct with frequent inspections to assure completion of assignments in accordance with instructions given and standards of cleanliness.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Cleaning practices that include but are not limited to; sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, polishing floors, dusting, etc.
• Assisting in moving or arranging furniture
• Washing windows, walls, or other surfaces as needed.
• Replenishes tissue, towels, and soap in restrooms, kitchens, and classroom facilities.
• Empties waste baskets and other trash receptacles.
• Locks and unlocks doors as needed.
• Sorts/stores materials for recycling programs.
• Reports to supervisor any damages or needed repairs.
• Keeps location clear of litter of any kind.
• Assist in controllingthe heating and air equipment at location.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED:

• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
• Some skill in the use of small equipment used in the routine cleaning.
• Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BUS LICENSE:

Requirements: Must be 21 years of age with HS diploma or GED; possess a valid Class A or B with a \"P\" and \"S\" endorsement; meet vision and hearing requirements; acceptable driving record; must be insurable; must pass background and pre-employment drug screen.

1. Conduct a thorough pre-trip (using the school's Daily Bus Inspection form) and post trip inspection of the school bus.
2. Keep exterior mirrors clean and adjusted at all times.
3. Perform a minimum of one school bus evacuation drills each school year utilizing appropriate emergency procedures per semester. (This must be documented in the checklist log)
4. Know, recognize, and obey road signs and signals by meanings, shapes, sounds, and colors.
5. Keep interior of the bus clean.
6. Maintain routes and schedules as planned by the local school board.
7. Report any hazards along the existing route to appropriate school officials.
8. Exercise the effective defensive driving skills of self-control, alertness, foresight and good judgment at all times while operating the school bus.
9. Maintain discipline on the school bus without jeopardizing safety while driving.
10. Complete all reports on bus discipline, bus maintenance and any other reports required by the school board.
11. Remain alert at all times to hazards, including but not limited to poor weather conditions, other vehicles, road conditions and trains at railroad crossings.
12. The driver shall not, at any time, permit students to stand in the step well or loading area or where the student could likely fall out of the bus, if the rear emergency door was opened, or where the driver's view is obscured.
13. At such time, as required by law and/or the school, the employee agrees to one mandatory drug test as part of the hiring process. In addition to the mandatory test, the employee agrees to random test(s) and post accident testing and to be tested if recommended by the driver's supervisor.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tammie Ash , Executive Director of Human Resources
• 382 West Main Street
• Forest City, North Carolina 28043
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]