Substitute Custodian

Rancocas Valley Regional High School District; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A school district in New Jersey is seeking a Substitute Custodian to maintain a safe and clean environment at school facilities. Responsibilities include daily cleaning, securing the building, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to meet physical job demands. The position offers $18/hour pay. Preferred candidates will hold or obtain a Black Seal License within one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Physical capability to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

• Ensure building is secured and clean at the end of the day.
• Sanitize and clean various school facilities daily.
• Comply with environmental laws and procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures

Valid driver's license

Effective communication skills

Good moral character

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Black Seal License (preferred)

Job description

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted: 3/9/2026

Location: Rancocas Valley Regional High School

Substitute Custodian $18/hour

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Minimum experience as determined by the board
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures, and proper handling of hazardous materials
• Must meet physical requirements of the position, which includes considerable bending, walking, shoveling of snow, lifting and moving objects. Must be able to perform tasks that require lifting and moving objects that may weigh up to 75 lbs. Also must be able to climb to heights of 20 feet or greater.
• Current holder of Black Seal Licence preferred. If not presently a holder of Black Seal License, shall obtain a Black Seal License within one (1) year of date of hire, at employee's expense.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

JOB GOAL

To provide a safe, clean and comfortable school environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Closes the building each day. Determines, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.
• Cleans and dusts classrooms, offices, library and faculty room daily; empties waste baskets in these areas.
• Cleans corridors after each school day, and during the day when their condition requires it.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathroom fixtures and floors daily, and replenishes paper and soap supplies as needed.
• Cleans and sanitizes all drinking fountains daily.
• Daily cleaning of all occupied areas to include but not limited to dusting, sweeping, mopping, and empty trash.
• Daily sanitizing of all surfaces to include but not limited to hand rails, desks, light switches, door handles and push plates.
• Cleans cafeteria dining areas after use.
• Obeys all fire/safety and environmental laws and regulations relating to the plant operation.
• Moves furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities and as directed by the head custodian or principal.
• Complies with all laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of recyclables, trash, waste, and debris.
• Reports major repair needs promptly to the night foreman.
• Cleans all windows on both the inside and outside as scheduled.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.

Grounds

• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish and debris.
• Shovels, plows, salts, and/or sweeps sidewalks, steps, driveways and parking areas as necessary.
• Displays the U.S. flag during school hours on days when school is in session.