Substitute - Custodian - 2025-2026

McLean County Unit District No; Kentucky; On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Kentucky is hiring a Substitute Custodian responsible for maintaining cleanliness in all schools. The role includes dusting, vacuuming, and servicing restrooms while ensuring a safe and clean environment for students and staff. Candidates need a high school diploma and the ability to lift and carry certain weights. This position offers $16.50 hourly and may lead to permanent full-time roles.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• General knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry up to 35 lbs.
• Requires employees to have the ability to push/pull up to 26 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Dust mop gym floor, stage, and classrooms.
• Vacuum rugs and carpeted floors.
• Move furniture including chairs, tables, and desks.
• Service, clean and supply restrooms.
• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and premises.
• Remove snow when necessary.
• Dust and polish classroom furniture daily.
• Clean sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains.
• Perform emergency repairs and cleaning services as needed.

Skills

General knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment

Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions

Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils

Ability to be on your feet for long periods

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to carry up to 35 lbs

Ability to push/pull up to 26 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning supplies and equipment

Job description

Position Type: Substitute / Custodial / Maintenance
Date Posted: 2/10/2025
Location: All Schools
Date Available: Immediate

Position Title: Substitute Custodian
Department: Operations
Reports to: Custodial Supervisor
FLSA Class: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing an atmosphere that is conducive to the learning situation, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and doing preventive maintenance on items of equipment.

DUTIES

• Dust mopping the gym floor, stage, and bleachers, classroom floors and hallways.
• Vacuuming rugs and carpeted floors.
• Move furniture including chairs, tables, and desks.
• Service, clean and supply restrooms.
• Keeps buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times.
• Helps to remove snow where appropriate.
• Surveys classrooms daily and dusts and polishes appropriate furniture, files, bookcases, and window sills.
• Scrubs, mops, and disinfects toilet floors daily, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily.
• Cleans chalkboards/marker boards and trays daily.
• Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Performs emergency repairs and/or cleaning services as needed.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• General knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry up to 35 lbs.
• Requires employees to have the ability to push/pull up to 26 lbs.

SCHEDULING

The work hours for this position varies. The schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the district. Please note: The Substitute Custodian position is the pool from which the majority of permanent, full-time Custodian positions are hired. This position may lead to ongoing employment.

COMPENSATION

$16.50 per hour

Application Procedure: Apply Online