Substitute Custodian Job at West Virginia Department of Education in Clay

Position Type:
Custodial/Maintenance/Substitute Custodian

Date Posted:
7/1/2024

Location:
Clay County Schools

Closing Date:
06/30/2025

County:
Clay County Schools Requirements
High School Diploma or GED

Pending Employment
Criminal Background Check
Drug Test
Employment Test for Custodian Classification

Salary/Benefits
WV Salary Scale for Substitute Service Personnel

SERVICE PERSONNEL
Custodian I
Personnel employed to keep buildings clean and free of refuse.

Custodian II
Personnel employed as a watchman or groundsman.

Custodian III
Personnel employed to keep buildings clean and free of refuse, to operate the heating/cooling systems, and to make minor repairs.

Custodian IV
Personnel employed as the head custodian. In addition to providing services as defined in Custodian III, duties may include supervising other custodian personnel.

Classification definitions obtained from W.Va. Code §18A-4-8.

Sample Job Description

• Dust, clean, polish fixtures, woodwork, and equipment.
• Wash windows and dust blinds.
• Clean restrooms and replenish with supplies.
• Sweep, mop, wax, and polish floors, stairs, corridors, and courts using brooms, mops, and buffer.
• Clean rugs and carpets with vacuum cleaner.
• Dispose of trash and waste materials.
• Clean doors, door facings, and walls with disinfectant.
• Assist in moving equipment.
• Check and replace light bulbs.
• Sweep sidewalks around buildings.
• Report safety hazards within and around buildings.
• List and report repairs needed.
• Store equipment.
• Keep stock of inventory and request supplies as needed.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain equipment.
• Clean shower rooms and gym.
• Help remove snow and clear sidewalk of ice.
• Operate and maintain weed eater, lawn mower, floor scrubber, floor buffer, and vacuum cleaner.
• Arrange tables and chairs for breakfast and lunch.
• Secure the building at night.
• Operate hand and small power tools.
• Prepare facilties for activites and clean up after the activites.
• Shampoo carpets.
• Perform inspections for fire extinguishers and emergency lighting.
• Clean ceiling and restroom vents.
• Be able to lift all supplies and materials pertaining to the custodian position.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and/or pull 50 pound loads at a time.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
  • Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 30 and 60 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Clay County School System is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are offered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, and retaliation.