School Custodian - Keeps Schools Safe & Sparkling

Applitrack; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 32,499,000 - 51,975,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter School District is seeking a School Custodian to maintain a safe, clean and attractive educational environment at High Hills Elementary. The role requires attention to detail, reliable performance, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily duties.

The position involves opening/closing the building, ensuring doors, windows and security systems are properly secured, and coordinating with school leadership to address maintenance needs and safety concerns.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in maintenance and related duties.
• Experience that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience in school facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times (classrooms, hallways, restrooms).
• Checks exit doors and panic bolts during occupancy hours.
• Sweeps classrooms daily and dusts furniture.
• Cleans corridors after school and as needed during the day.
• Disinfects toilets, floors, and sanitary fixtures; cleans drinking fountains.
• Washes windows inside and outside as needed.
• Keeps grounds free from rubbish and maintains clean floors.
• Performs routine building repairs as requested and reports major repairs.
• Remains on premises during school hours and after hours when required by the principal.
• Ensures building is secured before leaving and lights are turned off except safety lights.
• Moves furniture and equipment as directed for activities.
• Follows local laws for trash storage and disposal.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Works cooperatively with others and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Custodial work

Safety compliance

Job description

Sumter School District is seeking a School Custodian to maintain a safe, clean and attractive educational environment at High Hills Elementary. The role requires attention to detail, reliable performance, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily duties.

The position involves opening/closing the building, ensuring doors, windows and security systems are properly secured, and coordinating with school leadership to address maintenance needs and safety concerns.