Part Time/Substitute Custodian

Cherokee County School District - GA; Holly Springs (GA); On-site; USD 25,830 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Cherokee County School District - GA is hiring a Substitute Custodian. This part-time role pays $18.75/hr and requires maintaining cleanliness and safety across school facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning, maintenance tasks, and following specific instructions.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, possess basic cleaning skills, and be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Commitment to teamwork and professionalism is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic experience and training in cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 pounds.
• Willingness to work in undesirable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties across the District.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of school facilities.
• Follow written and oral instructions for tasks.

Skills

Cleaning and maintenance skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

• Job Description Code: 5B.170
• Division/Department: Support Services
• Pay Grade: Hourly
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Retirement: NA
• Contract Work Year: NA
• Reports To: Principal or Designee

Job Title and Pay

Substitute Custodian – $18.75/hr

Part-Time Custodian – $20/hr

Temporary workers do not qualify for employee benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or satisfactory completion of a GED.
• Basic experience, skills, and training with fundamental knowledge of cleaning, floor and restroom care, and equipment maintenance.
• Desire to learn the trade and further knowledge through off‑duty study and trade school/courses.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 35 pounds over 20 feet.
• Willingness to work in undesirable locations or conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and complete assignments on time.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Goal

Maintain a healthy, safe, functional, and attractive environment for students, visitors, and employees through regular cleanliness and maintenance of school district facilities.

Representative Duties & Responsibilities

• Accept direction from Head Custodian, Supervisor, or Administrator.
• Perform custodial and preventative maintenance duties in all areas/locations of the District.
• Clean woodwork, walls, furniture, and windows using approved equipment and cleaning products.
• Mop, scrub, strip, wax, shampoo, vacuum, and spot‑clean carpeting and floors, using manual and power equipment.
• Climb and clean multilevel stairwells; climb a ladder or steps to complete tasks.
• Perform physical tasks as required including: walking on even/uneven surfaces, standing/bending repeatedly for extended times.
• Keep equipment and supplies in order; maintains an inventory of supplies; restocks and requests/orders supplies when needed.
• Understands, communicates, and follows oral and written instructions.
• Work with approved cleaning fluids, chemicals, cleaning agents, or similar solutions using only normal protective equipment to maintain facilities.
• Arrange furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparation for meetings, activities, and events.
• Move furnishings as required for routine and major cleaning.
• Operate small equipment, common hand tools, and machinery with care in performing assigned cleaning tasks.
• Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns to resolve issues and maintain a functioning educational environment.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, dependable, and punctual manner.
• Participate in required training programs and on‑the‑job training to increase proficiency; and apply what is learned to the job.
• Maintain security and accountability for keys, alarm codes, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and adheres to chain of command.
• Act in a professional manner and maintain a professional attitude toward students, colleagues, administration, and the public.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to the job.
• Ensure adherence to established safety procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Fringe Benefits

FICA is paid by the employee and matched by the School District. Temporary workers do not qualify for employee benefits.