School Custodian (3pm - 11pm)

Prince George County Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George County Public Schools is seeking a School Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across assigned school facilities. The role includes cleaning, sanitizing, minor maintenance, and facility preparation to meet district standards.

The position emphasizes reliability, professionalism, and customer service while supporting daily school operations and working with custodial staff and school administrators.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and understand basic operating instructions, safety information, and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment and use cleaning chemicals according to manufacturer instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean classrooms, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, gymnasiums, and other areas.
• Perform routine cleaning, sanitizing, and basic maintenance support.
• Assist with setup for meetings, events, and school activities.

Skills

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Instruction following

Operational efficiency

Problem reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian


• Date Posted: 10/16/2026


• Location: South Elementary School

SCHOOL CUSTODIAN

Position Information

Position Title School Custodian

Position Classification Classified Support

Department Operations and Facilities

Reports To Head Custodian and Custodial Resources Coordinator

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Status Full-Time

Work Calendar 12 Months (260 Days)

Salary Scale Classified Salary Scale

Work Location Assigned School or Facility

Supervises None

Revision Date July 2026

Position Summary

The School Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, secure, and welcoming learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. The Custodian performs routine cleaning, sanitizing, minor maintenance support, and facility preparation while ensuring school buildings, grounds, and equipment are maintained in accordance with Prince George County Public Schools standards.

The School Custodian contributes to a positive educational environment by supporting daily school operations and demonstrating professionalism, dependability, and exceptional customer service.

Every classified employee contributes to the success of Prince George County Public Schools by providing dependable, professional, and courteous service to students, staff, families, and the community. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, accountability, teamwork, respect, and a commitment to maintaining safe, welcoming, and efficient learning environments

Building Cleaning and Sanitation

• Cleans classrooms, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, hallways, gymnasiums, locker rooms, and other assigned areas.


• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, dusts, strips, waxes, and buffs floors using approved cleaning equipment and procedures.


• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, drinking fountains, sinks, fixtures, doors, and other high-touch surfaces.


• Removes trash and recyclable materials and disposes of waste in accordance with Division procedures.


• Cleans windows, glass surfaces, furniture, walls, and other building surfaces according to established schedules.


• Replenishes restroom and custodial supplies as needed.

Facility Maintenance

• Performs routine inspections of assigned facilities to identify maintenance needs.


• Reports building damage, unsafe conditions, vandalism, equipment malfunctions, and security concerns promptly.


• Assists maintenance personnel with minor repairs and facility projects as assigned.


• Sets up and breaks down rooms, furniture, and equipment for meetings, events, and school activities.


• Assists with snow removal, ice mitigation, and weather-related facility preparation as assigned.

Grounds and Exterior Maintenance

• Maintains sidewalks, entrances, parking areas, and surrounding grounds in a clean and safe condition.


• Assists with litter removal, landscaping support, and seasonal grounds maintenance.


• Monitors exterior lighting and reports deficiencies.

Safety and Security

• Helps maintain a safe, secure, and healthy school environment.


• Follows all safety procedures related to custodial equipment, chemicals, cleaning products, and personal protective equipment (PPE).


• Maintains compliance with OSHA requirements, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) procedures, and Division safety protocols.


• Reports safety hazards, accidents, injuries, and emergency situations immediately.


• Assists in implementing emergency response procedures as directed.

Customer Service and Professionalism

• Interacts professionally and courteously with students, employees, parents, visitors, and community members.


• Works cooperatively with school administrators, teachers, maintenance personnel, and fellow custodial staff.


• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality, initiative, and a positive attitude.


• Maintains confidentiality regarding student and personnel information.

Equipment and Inventory

• Operates custodial equipment safely and efficiently.


• Maintains assigned custodial equipment in proper working condition.


• Reports equipment repairs and replacement needs.


• Monitors custodial supply inventories and notifies supervisors when replenishment is needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Assists with school activities and community events requiring custodial support.


• Performs emergency cleaning as needed.


• Performs other duties assigned by the Head Custodian, Custodial Resources Coordinator, Principal, Director of Operations, or Chief Support Services Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.


• Previous custodial, housekeeping, maintenance, or facilities experience preferred.


• Ability to read and understand basic operating instructions, safety information, and cleaning procedures.


• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment and use cleaning chemicals according to manufacturer instructions.


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a public school or other educational setting.


• Knowledge of commercial custodial cleaning equipment and floor care procedures.


• Experience using environmentally responsible cleaning practices.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate demonstrates the ability to:

• Perform custodial and housekeeping duties efficiently and effectively.


• Safely operate custodial equipment and cleaning machinery.


• Properly handle cleaning chemicals and follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.


• Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming educational environment.


• Identify and report maintenance concerns promptly.


• Follow written and verbal instructions.


• Prioritize work assignments and complete tasks independently.


• Communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, students, and visitors.


• Work cooperatively as a member of a custodial team.


• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and strong customer service.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:

• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods.


• Lift, carry, push, or pull equipment, furniture, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally more with assistance or appropriate equipment.


• Operate commercial custodial equipment including floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, and other cleaning equipment.


• Work on ladders and perform tasks above shoulder level.


• Perform repetitive motions involving hands, arms, and shoulders.


• Work both indoors and outdoors under varying environmental conditions.

The work environment includes classrooms, offices, cafeterias, gymnasiums, restrooms, hallways, mechanical areas, and outdoor school grounds.

• The employee regularly works around cleaning chemicals, custodial equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures. Evening work, special event support, weather-related duties, and occasional overtime may be required to meet operational needs.


• The employee is expected to maintain a professional appearance and conduct that reflects positively on Prince George County Public Schools.

Terms of Employment

This position is a full-time, non-exempt classified position with a twelve-month (260-day) work calendar. Salary and benefits shall be established annually by the Prince George County School Board in accordance with the approved Classified Salary Scale and applicable School Board policies and administrative regulations.

Evaluation

Performance shall be evaluated annually by the Head Custodian and/or Custodial Resources Coordinator in accordance with the Prince George County Public Schools performance evaluation system and applicable School Board policies.

Prince George County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Virginia law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Prince George County Public Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of this position.

Disclaimer

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Prince George County Public Schools reserves the right to revise this position description and assign additional duties and responsibilities as necessary to meet the operational needs of the Division.