Substitute Custodian

Young World Physical Education; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Virginia is seeking a Substitute Custodian to perform essential cleaning and maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and minor repairs. The position requires effective interpersonal skills and the ability to handle physical demands, including lifting. Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or G.E.D. and must maintain a professional relationship with students and faculty. This is a part-time position with immediate starting availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally.
• Ability to push / pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform major cleaning tasks like vacuuming, wet-mopping, and dusting.
• Clean restrooms including floors and fixtures.
• Make minor building repairs and report major repairs needed.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Effective grooming skills

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Substitute Custodian

Pittsylvania County Schools Division-wide - Chatham, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4939421

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Substitute Custodian

FLSA: Exempt Professional

REPORTS TO: Head Custodian of building / Building Administrator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Daily contracted services for the current school year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective grooming skills
• Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally
• Ability to push / pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming (using a 20 lb. vacuum daily for 3-4 hours), wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying trash (lifting waste paper and debris - minimum of 55 lbs.) and pencil sharpeners, cleaning chalkboards and disinfecting drinking fountains.
• Clean restrooms, including floors and all fixtures (i.e.: urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, partitions, and counters). Ensure restrooms are clean and disinfected.
• Wash windows and sills (door glass).
• Perform ongoing tasks such as replacing light bulbs (climb ladders up to a height of 16 feet), filling dispensers, and setting up facilities for student and adult use (lifting furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables-minimum of 55 lbs.).
• Make minor building repairs and promptly report major repairs needed to the Head Custodian.
• Ensure that all doors and windows are appropriately locked.
• Must be able to go up and down stairs frequently, as well as regular bending and standing as needed in a daily shift.
• Assist in major clean-up in summer such as washing desks and chairs, washing down walls, stripping and waxing floors, etc.
• Pull weeds, keep grounds free of rubbish and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply ice melt when appropriate.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a professional relationship with students, faculty, administration and community patrons.
• Submit all data and information as requested.
• Attend meetings as scheduled by supervisors and District Administrators.
• Complete requested paperwork.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Pittsylvania County Schools reserves the right to fill positions pursuant to School Board Policy GBN, Staff Hiring Procedures.

Position Type: Part-Time