Substitute Custodians

Brooklynschools; United States; On-site; USD 23,419; Part time

Job summary

A local school district seeks a part-time, substitute custodian responsible for cleaning and sanitizing facilities. This role involves a variety of tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and securing buildings. Candidates must be able to follow instructions, work with cleaning materials, and lift up to 60 pounds. Offering a salary of $17.00 per hour with hours varying based on need. This position promotes equal employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and bathrooms using established practices.
• Sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty and clean wastebaskets.
• Refill toilet paper, paper towels, and soap dispensers.
• Assist with setups for meetings and events.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders as needed.
• Secure buildings after use, check for unlocked doors.
• Follow chemical usage instructions.
• Move furniture and supplies as needed.
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to work in an environment containing cleaning materials, dust and noise

Ability to lift a maximum of 60 pounds with assistance and 50 pounds independently

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian

Date Posted: 10/6/2025

Location: Brooklyn Public Schools

Position

Title: Part-time, Substitute Custodian

Reports to: Director of Facilities

Terms of employment: This is a part-time substitute position / hours per week vary based on need

Salary: $17.00 per hour, Shift lengths vary, anywhere from 4-8 hours.

Performance Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Clean, sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.
• Sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers.
• Refil toilet paper, papertowels and soap dispensers.
• Assist with setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Lock and unlock assigned classrooms; secure buildings when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows; report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
• Follow the instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools as needed.
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds.
• Perform other job related tasks as assigned by the Director of Facilities and/or administration.

Other requirements of the position

• Use of step ladder, extension ladders and manlift for lighting or ceiling repairs and general repairs
• Maintaining and cleaning equipment

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to work in an environment containing cleaning materials, dust and noise
• Ability to lift a maximum of 60 pounds with assistance and 50 pounds independently

The Board of Education will provide equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, veterans' status, genetic information, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, or physical disability (including pregnancy). The Board directs the administration to set as a goal the recruitment, selection and employment of qualified people among racial and ethnic minority groups to the end that the school district's employees will proportionately mirror the racial and ethnic composition of this community.