Sr. Custodian

Salary : $35,339.20 - $40,640.08 Annually
Location : Government Center, 201 N. Chestnut Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 08782
Department: General Services
Division: Facilities Services
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Statement of Duties


Forsyth County General Services Department is seeking a candidate for the position of Sr. Custodian. An employee in this is position will work alongside their supervisor and the custodial staff to ensure County buildings are clean and sanitary based on the expectations set forth by the department. This employee also makes recommendations for supplies and equipment needs as well as assisting the staff with janitorial techniques and procedures. The Sr. Custodian will be required to complete assigned janitorial tasks, fill-in when other staff are absent, and monitor the work of other custodial staff to ensure tasks are completed each day. This position will report to the supervisor on work progress, needs, and challenges within the assigned facilities. However, this position is not a supervisor over other custodial staff.

Work schedule: 4 :00 pm to 12:30 am, Monday through Friday

Distinguishing Features


A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Considerable knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work.

Ability to coordinate, supervise and evaluate the work of others.

Ability to instruct others in correct usage of cleaning supplies and equipment.

Ability to observe and report needs for supplies.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Minimum Education and Experience


Graduation from high school or GED and three years experience in custodial work

At least one year of supervisory experience preferred.

A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assigns and reviews the work of a group of custodians responsible for cleaning assigned buildings.
Assures that employees are on the job; completes time sheets.
Trains employees on the proper use of new cleaning supplies or equipment; coordinates the training of new employees.
Inspects cleaning equipment for faulty operation.
Coordinates big projects such as moving furniture or special cleanings.
Makes necessary arrangements to assure adequate supplies are available for cleaning assignments.
Performs related work as required.
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

• Yes I understand and agree
• No I do not agree

02


What best describes your highest level of completed education?

• Did not finish High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

03


Do you have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 3 years of custodial experience?

• Yes
• No

04


What best describes your janitorial experience in a commercial and/or office environment?

• No experience
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05


What best describes your team leadership experience?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

06


Please check the machinery you have used (please check all that apply):

• Carpet extractors
• Floor buffer
• Floor burnisher
• Upright vacuum
• Backpack vacuum
• Wet vac
• None of the above

07


Have you had any experience using disinfectant solutions orsanitizing chemicals?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you have any commercial floor cleaning experience?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you comfortable working in a secured environment, such as the Law Enforcement Detention Center?

• Yes
• No

Required Question