Custodian 2nd Shift - Lincoln Public Schools

Substitute Custodian - Lincoln Public Schools

Lincoln Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Custodian to provide students, staff, and the public a safe, sanitary, and attractive facility.

Job : 5568520

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

To provide students, staff, and the public a clean, safe, and well‑maintained facility. This role involves daily cleaning, routine maintenance and support for school events and operations.

• Keep buildings and premises, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times in accordance with established work schedules/checklists.
• Shovel, plow, and/or sand walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as necessary.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.
• Raise the United States flag at or before 8:00 am on each school day and lower it at or after 3:30 pm.
• Sweep classrooms daily and dust furniture.
• Vacuum carpets throughout assigned areas of facility.
• Attend mandatory trainings as required.
• Clean corridors after school each day, and during the day when the condition requires it.
• Clean and disinfect toilets, bathroom floors, sanitary fixtures, and drinking fountains daily.
• Wash all windows (inside and outside) as needed.
• Keep the grounds free from rubbish.
• Keep all floors clean and in good repair.
• Make minor building repairs as qualified.
• Report major repairs needed promptly to the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and Building Administrator.
• Maintain, on a regular schedule, all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Immediately report any damage to school property and any safety concerns to the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and Building Administrator.
• Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each school day and for determining, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off and shades drawn at equal height at end of school and on weekends.
• Keep an inventory of supplies, equipment, and fuel on hand and requisitions such as needed replacements from the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and Lead Maintenance Person far enough in advance so that they may be delivered in such time as will not hinder the Custodian in their duties.
• Move/arrange furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance Person, and/or Building Administrator.
• Store and dispose of trash and waste material in compliance with all State/Federal laws and procedures.
• Participate in necessary painting and general repairs to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general mechanical areas.
• Assist maintenance staff in remodeling and renovation work when necessary.
• Assume responsibility for the general security of the building and energy conservation regulations.
• Other related duties as may be assigned by Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Building Administrator.

Part‑time

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior custodial, janitorial or facilities experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety practices and use of custodial equipment
• Ability to lift, move or carry objects up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, climbing and standing for long periods
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Reliability, punctuality and commitment to maintaining a safe, clean learning environment
• Fingerprinted BCI required upon offer of employment
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Personal integrity; sense of humor, patience; ability to discern essentials; willingness to promote the general goals of the school district

• Anthony Feola, Director of Facilities & Security
• PO Box 367
• 135 Old River Road
• Lincoln,…