Substitute Custodians

Springfield School District 186; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 is seeking a Substitute Custodian in Springfield, Illinois. The role involves cleaning duties, light maintenance, and operating cleaning equipment as needed. The start date is immediate and hours are as needed.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and reliable transportation. Applicants must be able to read work instructions and work under supervision with district personnel.

Qualifications

• Must be constantly alert for unsafe conditions and report them immediately.
• Read and interpret written work instructions, left by the Head Custodian or Principal/Building Manager.
• Be able to work under the direction of supervisor and with other District Personnel.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to maintain adequate attendance.

Responsibilities

• Sweep rooms, halls, entrances and sidewalks
• Dust and move furniture
• Wet mop and operate scrubbing/buffing machines
• Vacuum and shampoo carpeting
• Wash windows inside and out
• Wash furniture, chalkboards, walls and lighting fixtures
• Clean restrooms, fixtures, walls and floors
• Replace light bulbs
• Remove snow from sidewalks and apply de-icer
• Perform general yard maintenance
• Perform other job related duties as assigned

Skills

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

HOURS: As Needed

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be constantly alert for unsafe conditions and report them immediately. BE SAFTEY MINDED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to read and interpret written work instructions, which are left by the Head Custodian or Principal/Building Manager
• Be able to work under the direction of supervisor (Head Custodian) and be able to work with other District Personnel
• Ability to perform all job-related functions
• Must have reliable transportation
• Ability to maintain adequate attendance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sweep rooms, halls, entrances and sidewalks
• Dust and move furniture
• Wet mop and operate scrubbing/buffing machines
• Vacuum and shampoo carpeting
• Wash windows inside and out
• Wash furniture, chalkboards, walls and lighting fixtures
• Clean restrooms, fixtures, walls and floors
• Replace light bulbs
• Remove snow from sidewalks and apply de-icer
• Perform general yard maintenance
• Perform other job related duties as assigned

Substitute Custodians

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Job Details

Job ID: 5104960

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 07, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $17 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]