Custodian - Mid Shift

Position Type:

Classified Staff / Custodian

Date Posted:

4/20/2026

Location:

Upper Arlington High School

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

Position:

Custodian - Mid Shift

Time Schedule:

12 months

Building:

High School

Hours:

8 hours per day, 5 days per week, Monday-Friday (10:30am-7:00pm)

Salary:

Hourly $22.64 - $25.13 ($0.25 shift differential)

Reports to:

Mike Abbott, Executive Director of Operations

Employment Status:

Classified - Regular/Full-time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Probationary Period:

120 days

Description:

Provide a clean and safe environment for students, staff, and the community. Responsible for performing a variety of cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in the school building and on the adjacent property. Perform general custodial duties, e.g., empty trash, vacuum carpet, sweep, mop, dust, wax, and maintain. Assist the head custodian as needed with cleaning and maintenance during the school's daily operations. Work as a team to assist with the setup and teardown of school and non-school events.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

One to two years of related experience

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Supervisor and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem‑solving skills

Flexibility in assignments

Training in the proper care and storage of chemicals

Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures

Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels

Working knowledge of assigned building and alarm systems

Ability to utilize appropriate computer software

Ability to prioritize and complete job assignments from multiple supervisors

Ability to communicate with all types of people and take the initiative to help others

Ability to handle a multitude of tasks simultaneously and in a timely manner

Maintain a friendly and cooperative attitude

Understanding and patience with staff, parents, and students

Ability to log in and navigate through district‑required software, e.g., PublicSchoolWorks, E‑mail, etc.

Such alternatives to the above knowledge, skills, and abilities as the Supervisor and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Essential Functions

Ensure the safety of students

Schedule cleaning to meet the needs of the building and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner

Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails, and pencil sharpeners

Remove cobwebs and clean windows

Polish furniture and woodwork

Transport all necessary school custodial supplies

Load and unload trucks as needed

Ensure the care, condition, appearance, repair, or replacement of all physical equipment, building, facilities, and grounds

Promote good safety practices and procedures

Clean and sanitize the assigned school, e.g., restrooms, classrooms, spills, etc.

Use, measure, and relabel chemicals

Wash all furniture, walls, halls, windows, window seals, and doors

Clean tables and student desks nightly

Disinfect water fountains and water coolers

Spot mop and mop classrooms

Remove writing on walls, dry‑erase boards, and other writing areas

Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents

Dispose of debris and maintain equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly manner

Report to building administration and/or custodial director any damaged, broken, loose fixtures and/or equipment

Adjust to various locations and work requirements as needed, perform other duties as assigned by the building administration and custodial director

Perform minor repairs as appropriate

Request needed equipment, materials, and supplies

Perform seasonal duties such as salting and snow removal, litter removal, and other duties as directed by the building administration and custodial director

Refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, and bathroom tissue in all school building restrooms

Check the boiler room nightly for orderliness, cleanliness, and safety, etc.

Secure the building nightly

Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials

Repair equipment and buildings as needed

Complete paperwork as required by the supervisor

Attend meetings and in‑services as required

Maintain a daily work routine as established by the building administration and custodial director to adequately service the buildings, grounds, and personnel

Check the building to ensure maximum security (walking through the building after school hours and securing doors, windows, security gates, and other entrances)

Turning off and on lights as needed

Sweep, clean, mop, wash, scrub, strip, seal, wax, dust, wipe, shampoo, and vacuum all surfaces to maintain cleanliness throughout the building and grounds

Keep work and storage areas neat and orderly

Tour the building periodically and remain alert for dangerous, hazardous conditions, or items in need of maintenance

Help with set up, tear down, and clean‑up of equipment and furniture for special events and use of the building for school and community functions

Maintain records as requested by the building administration and custodial director

Promote good public relations

Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner

Pass on to other employees instructions and requests received from the building administration and custodial supervisor

Maintain the building security system, ensure the building is secure and locked

Ability to climb and remain stable at heights up to 25 feet

Replace light bulbs in fixtures (up to 25 feet)

Unclog sinks and toilets as needed using chemicals and plungers

Maintain an accurate inventory of all custodial equipment, materials, and supplies

Perform routine maintenance as required

Assist with repairs as assigned

Maintain security lights and exit signs

Assist in the control of all custodial tools and supplies

Assist work crews on assigned tasks and be a team player

Perform a yearly inventory of the work area, supplies, and equipment

Perform other duties as assigned by the building administration and custodial director

Serve as a role model for the District.

Equipment Operated

Computer and/or handheld device

Vacuum cleaners, rotary and guided machines, such as scrubbing and carpet cleaners

Wet/dry mops and brooms

Various hand tools, e.g., knives, screwdrivers, and other custodial hand tools

Wet and dry vac

Ladders

Snow blower and shovels

Various power tools

Scrubbers and buffers

Power washer

Additional Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Occasional interaction with unruly adults and children

Occasional requirement to work near moving mechanical parts

Occasional requirement to work in high places

Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and dangerous chemicals

Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, e.g., requirement to work outdoors during all types of weather

Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., waxing, mopping, sweeping, washing

Occasional requirement to lift and carry various items up to a maximum of 65 pounds

Occasional requirement to push and pull up to a maximum of 300 pounds (on wheels)

Operation of equipment (snow blower, salt spreader, snow shovel) under inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to come to work on all scheduled workdays

Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs

Frequent excessive exposure to noise, e.g., power tools, vacuum sweeper

Frequently move around the workspace and travel throughout the school building

Frequently move and position oneself as necessary to access and operate equipment

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties assigned by the incumbent's supervisor and/or appointing authority.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

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