Custodian

Custodian

Simpson County Lincoln Elementary - Franklin, Kentucky – Open in Google Maps

Job : 5574116

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Any combination equivalent to high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law, and demonstrated ability and experience in custodial related work; possess the necessary literacy skills to fulfill the performance responsibilities of the job; be in good health as evidenced by completion a physical examination.

Principal and Maintenance Director

To work for the continuing cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of the school building.

Comprehensive knowledge of modern public school buildings and the ability to apply this knowledge to the needs of the school district; knowledge of basic methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance; knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies; knowledge of proper lifting techniques; ability to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the demands of the job;

possess the necessary literacy skills to perform the required custodial program tasks in an efficient and effective manner; ability to communicate clearly; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and meet schedules and timelines; ability to perform heavy physical labor; ability to use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to pre‑determined standards; ability to develop effective working relationships with the entire school community;

possess strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks including moving and transporting equipment and supplies to places where work is to be performed which may involve walking, pushing, stooping, bending, lifting, standing for extended periods of time, working in tiring, uncomfortable positions, and from ladders, scaffolds, etc., and ability to work out‑doors in uncomfortably warm, cold, or inclement weather.

• Cleans and buffs all assigned classrooms and halls, as well as vacuums carpeted areas after each school day, insuring that all floors are kept in a clean and attractive condition.
• If applicable, waxes all assigned rooms and halls on a regular basis as directed by the Principal.
• Dusts office and classroom furniture on a regular basis as directed by the Principal.
• Arranges classroom furniture in an orderly manner at the end of each school day after cleaning the floor.
• Cleans all chalkboards in assigned rooms on a regular basis as directed by the Principal.
• Empties and cleans wastebaskets and trash containers daily.
• If applicable, cleans light fixtures on a regular basis as directed by the Principal, and replaces burned‑out lights as needed.
• If applicable, cleans and disinfects water fountains each day.
• If applicable, cleans and dusts lockers on a regular basis as directed by the Principal.
• Keeps assigned restrooms hygienically clean daily by wet mopping floors with a disinfectant, cleaning all sinks and fixtures with a disinfectant, cleaning toilet seats and urinals with a disinfectant, using toilet deodorizers as necessary, and insuring that paper towels, toilet paper, soap, etc., are replenished as necessary; cleans mirrors and tile.
• If applicable, sweeps, wet mops with disinfectant, and buffs daily the multipurpose room.
• If applicable, washes windows, inside and outside, in assigned areas on a regular basis as directed by the Principal; cleans blinds and woodwork on a regular basis.
• Efficiently and regularly operates cleaning machines, equipment, and tools, and stores all supplies, tools and equipment properly; maintains them in good working condition.
• Makes occasional minor building repairs including basic plumbing fixtures, broken tiles, etc.
• Cleans up after non‑school related activities held at the school as directed by the Principal.
• Moves furniture or equipment as required for various activities and as directed by the Principal.
• Assembles furniture as directed…