Substitute Custodian - Lincoln Public Schools

Lincoln Public Schools; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Custodian to provide a clean, safe, and well-maintained facility for students, staff, and the public. Duties include daily cleaning, event support, and routine maintenance in a school setting.

Position is part-time with a pay rate of $19 per hour. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and custodial experience preferred; fingerprints and residency/work authorization may be required after offer.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety practices and use of custodial equipment.
• Ability to lift/move objects up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Reliability, punctuality and commitment to a safe, clean learning environment.
• Fingerprinting and background checks required after offer.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Keep buildings neat and clean, including entryways and play areas, per schedules.
• Shovel/sand/clear walks, driveways, and steps as needed.
• Check doors and panic hardware during occupancy hours.
• Raise/lower flags at scheduled times.
• Sweep, dust, and vacuum assigned areas daily.
• Report major repairs and maintain building safety and security.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Safety practices

Custodial equipment

Communication skills

Reliability & punctuality

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Substitute Custodian - Lincoln Public Schools

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Job Details

Job ID: 5927195

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Lincoln Public Schools is seeking a position of a Substitute Custodian to provide students, staff, and the public a safe, sanitary, and attractive facility.

Essential Functions: To provide students, staff, and the public a clean, safe, and well-maintained facility. This role involves daily cleaning, routine maintenance and support for school events and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• 1.Keep buildings and premises, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times in accordance with established work schedules/checklists.
• 2.Shovels, plows, and/or sands walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as necessary.
• 3.Checks daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• 4.Raises the United States flag at or before 8:00 am on each school day and lowers it at or after 3:30 pm.
• 5.Sweeps classrooms daily and dusts furniture.
• 6.Vacuum carpets throughout assigned areas of facility.
• 7.Attend mandatory trainings as required.
• 8.Cleans corridors after school each day, and during the day when the condition requires it.
• 9.Cleans and disinfects toilets, bathroom floors, sanitary fixtures, and drinking fountains daily.
• 10.Washes all windows (inside and outside) as needed.
• 11.Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• 12.Keeps all floors clean and in good repair.
• 13.Makes minor building repairs as qualified.
• 14.Reports major repairs needed promptly to the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and Building Administrator.
• 15.Maintains, on a regular schedule, all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• 16.Immediately report to the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and Building Administrator any damage to school property and any safety concerns.
• 17.Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off and shades drawn at equal height at end of school and on weekends.
• 18.Keep an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand and requisitions such as needed replacements from the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and Lead Maintenance Person far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the Custodian in their duties.
• 19.Move/arrange furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and/or Building Administrator.
• 20.Store and dispose of trash and waste material in compliance with all State/Federal laws and procedures.
• 21.Participate in necessary painting and general repairs to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general mechanical areas.
• 22.Assist maintenance staff in remodeling and renovation work when necessary.
• 23.Assume responsibility for the general security of the building and energy conservation regulations.
• 24.Other related duties as may be assigned by Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Building Administrator.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $19 to $19 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Welcome to Lincoln School District

Nestled in northern Rhode Island, the Lincoln Public School District contains six schools. The four elementary schools – Saylesville, Lonsdale, Central Lincoln, and Northern Lincoln – all four offer full day kindergarten. Northern Lincoln Elementary also offers a pre-school program. Lincoln also has one middle school and one high school. The total enrollment for Lincoln Public Schools (as of March 2023) remains steady at approximately 3,330 students. In August 2016, Lincoln High School was given a silver medal by US New & World Report’s ranking of top high schools throughout the country. This is an award only 10% of U.S. schools receive. Each of Lincoln’s four elementary schools received bronze medals in Rhode Island’s Healthier School Challenge contest, hosted by the United State Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services in 2015. The challenge recognizes outstanding nutrition and physical activity programs.

Job Requirements

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  1.High school diploma or equivalent
  2.Prior custodial, janitorial or facilities experience preferred
  3.Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety practices and use of custodial equipment
  4.Ability to lift, move or carry objects up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, climbing and standing for long periods
  5.Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
  6.Reliability, punctuality and commitment to maintaining a safe, clean learning environment
  The minimum qualifications listed above are required of all applicants for this position.
  Also required after offer:
  Fingerprinted BCI required upon offer of employment
  Citizenship, residency or work visa required
  Additional qualifications shall include but not be limited to the following: personal integrity; sense of humor, patience; ability to discern essentials; willingness to promote the general goals of the school district.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anthony Feola , Director of Facilities & Security
• PO Box 367
• 135 Old River Road
• Lincoln, Rhode Island 02865
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]