Maintenance/Custodian Staff Member

Michigan Association of School Boards; Michigan; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan Association of School Boards is seeking a versatile Maintenance Floater to support the Ludington Area School District facilities team. This part-time role provides district-wide maintenance and, when necessary, custodial duties to keep learning spaces safe and functional for students and staff.

The position requires teamwork, flexibility, and a willingness to assist across multiple buildings. A valid driver’s license and ability to operate district vehicles are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record eligible to operate district vehicles.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across multiple sites.
• Physical stamina to handle manual labor and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• District-wide maintenance and support across all facilities and grounds, including custodial tasks as needed.
• Provide operational backup and coverage for other maintenance staff.
• Coordinate lunch schedules with team to ensure continuous maintenance coverage.
• Respond promptly to district facility emergencies as needed.
• Safely operate a district vehicle for work-related travel and equipment transport.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Deadline: November 20, 2026
District/Organization: Ludington Area School District
Position/Type: Other, part time
Salary: $19.84 per hour or per negotiated salary schedule.

The Ludington Area School District is seeking a versatile, dependable, and proactive Maintenance Floater to support our facilities team. This part-time position is ideal for an adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic work environment and is committed to ensuring safe, clean, and fully operational learning environments for our students and staff.

The primary responsibility of this role is to conduct district-wide maintenance of school buildings and grounds, with the flexibility to fulfill custodial duties as operational needs dictate. A core function of the position involves providing critical coverage across the district when other Class 3 Maintenance staff members are absent due to vacation, illness, or personal leave. This role requires excellent teamwork, adaptability, and a willingness to assist personnel across various buildings and grounds.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• District-Wide Maintenance & Support: Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance tasks across all district facilities and grounds. Shift into custodial or cleaning duties as required to support team needs.
• Team Collaboration & Absentee Coverage: Provide operational backup for other maintenance personnel at various district locations. Serve as the primary coverage staff member during the scheduled or unscheduled absences of Class 3 Maintenance colleagues.
• Operational Schedule Adherence: Coordinate and stagger lunch schedules with team members to guarantee continuous, uninterrupted maintenance coverage for the district. Management reserves the right to set specific lunch windows to maintain appropriate coverage.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly and effectively to district facility emergencies. Please note that urgent district emergencies supersede scheduled lunch breaks; full lunch hours will be accommodated once the emergency is safely resolved.
• Vehicle Fleet Stewardship: Safely operate a district-provided vehicle for all work-related travel and equipment transport. Maintain the vehicle in an exceptionally clean, organized, and professional manner, treating it as an extension of school grounds.
• General Performance: Execute other tasks and duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record eligible to operate district vehicles.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across multiple school sites.
• Physical stamina to handle manual labor, lifting, and various indoor/outdoor weather conditions.
• Team player with a positive work ethic who takes pride in their work