Substitute Custodian (1st/2nd Shift)

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Substitute Custodian
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Job Details
Job ID: 5853573
Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description
Substitute Custodian

Classified Position - 8609 (Sub)

2026-2027 school year

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs duties normally assigned to custodian in his or her absence

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other assigned work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; glue and perform carpet stretching and repairs as assigned

Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris; monitor gym events to assure orderly behavior and to protect the building from damage; clean tables, chairs and floors after lunch periods as. assigned

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; clean mirrors, tile and windows

Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report and recommend need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; maintain security of buildings; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report infractions or rules to supervisor

Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; assemble, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings

Clean venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed

Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system off in the morning and on in the evenings as directed

Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures

Pick up and rake paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; dispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards

Pack, unpack, load, receive and store books, supplies, materials and other items

Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers and power blower as assigned

Shovel, plow and sand walks and steps as directed

Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs and safety issues

Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned

Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies

Proper lifting techniques

ABILITY TO:

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition

Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards

Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work

Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures

Maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security

Perform minor non-technical repairs

Observe and report need for maintenance and repair

Perform heavy physical labor

Understand and follow oral and written directions

Meet schedules and timelines

Communicate effectively with others

Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Position Type: Substitute

Contact Information

George Jones , Director of Facilities

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