Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year

About the role

The job of "Custodian" is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure.

Responsibilities

• Upholds board policies and follow administrative procedures
• Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events
• Cleans school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) as described in the Custodial Handbook for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment
• Delivers variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate parties
• Informs students, other site personnel and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities
• Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs (i.e. replace faulty light switches, light bulbs or fluorescent globes; open plugged drains using snake or "plumbers friend"; replace washers in faucets and valves; spot paint; reglue loose tile and wall coverings; remove graffiti) for the purpose of maintaining a safe working environment
• Inspects school or district facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Repairs furniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Qualifications

• Experience Required: Prior job related experience in school or institutional setting preferred.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
  • Skills to use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents.
  • Knowledge of methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment and supplies, and safe work practices, including MSDS requirements.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and thermostatic control systems and how to cope with electrical and plumbing emergencies.
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, adhere to safe work practices, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice, work varying shifts as needed, and communicate with students, staff and parents.
  • Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception.
• Education Required: High school diploma and/or equivalent or prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:
  • Valid Driver's License (or evidence of equivalent mobility) and evidence of insurability
  • Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, valid First Aid & CPR cards
• Other Specialized Requirements:
  • Must have and maintain a phone and be willing to respond to off-hour emergency calls
  • Must have reliable means of transportation
  • Must have excellent moral character and be able to get along with staff, students and adults
  • Must present a positive public image, maintain a neat, clean personal appearance, wear clothing appropriate to tasks being performed, and have regular and consistent work attendance

Pay

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule *Substitutes subbing in PSE 1 positions will be paid at Step 1 of Schedule A appropriate for the position being subbed.*