Night Lead Custodian

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford School District is seeking a custodial professional to join a 12-month, full-time team. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, minor maintenance assistance, and setup for events, with duties across multiple school facilities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and prior custodial/maintenance experience preferred. The role requires physical tasks, ladder climbing, and adherence to safety protocols, under the supervision of the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience as a custodian or in housekeeping or maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive daily lifting up to 50 lbs and climb ladders up to 15 feet.
• Carry out custodial duties: scrubbing, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, trash removal, restroom sanitation.
• Clean and disinfect classrooms, cafeterias, offices, hallways, gyms, locker rooms, nurse areas and other facilities.
• Relocate furniture and set up/break down spaces for meetings, testing, programs, or events.
• Inspect building areas and report safety hazards or maintenance needs.
• Work with custodial team and respond to district needs as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Custodian experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Reports To: Building Chief and Principal

Starting Date: October 2026

Application Deadline: September 26, 2026

Position summary:

Custodial team members support the Milford School District by maintaining clean, safe, and functional school facilities. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with prior custodial, housekeeping, or maintenance experience preferred. This role requires the ability to perform daily physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders up to 15 feet, and completing routine cleaning such as scrubbing, dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and trash removal. Team members assist with minor maintenance repairs, equipment troubleshooting, furniture movement, and setup for special events. Custodians work collaboratively as part of a districtwide team, communicate professionally, and respond to needs across buildings as directed by the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, including seasonal duties such as snow removal.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience as a custodian or in housekeeping or maintenance preferred

Performance Responsibilities:

• Perform repetitive daily lifting of up to 50 lbs., including lifting items to heights of 3–4 feet.
• Safely climb ladders up to 15 feet.
• Conduct minor maintenance repairs and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Carry out custodial responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to: scrubbing, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, trash removal, and restroom sanitation.
• Clean and disinfect classrooms, cafeterias, offices, hallways, gyms, locker rooms, nurse areas, and other school facilities.
• Refill and maintain supplies such as paper products, hand soap, and sanitizer stations.
• Operate custodial equipment such as floor scrubbers, buffers, wet/dry vacuums, and carpet extractors.
• Support daily cafeteria cleanup, including table wiping, floor maintenance, and waste disposal.
• Relocate furniture, set up and break down spaces for meetings, testing, programs, or special events.
• Inspect building areas regularly and report safety hazards, maintenance needs, or supply shortages.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the custodial team and communicate effectively and professionally on a daily basis.
• Respond to district-wide custodial needs as directed by the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds (e.g., snow removal, emergency cleanups).
• Serve as the Night Lead custodian
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment:

Twelve-month (12) full-time employee

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue

Tel: [phone]

Employment with Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check (within last one year)
• Child Protection Registry Check (within last one year)
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

The Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone [phone].