Custodian
Newport News Public Schools
CUSTODIAL SERVICES - Newport News, Virginia
This job is also posted in Newport News Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:5268960
Application Deadline:Jul 30, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Immediately
Job Description
**Multiple Vacancies**
Job Summary
Responsible for cleaning in all areas of the building to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, wiping and emptying trash utilizing appropriate equipment, and supplies.
Essential Duties
Locks and unlocks doors; activates and deactivates alarm system.
Sweeps, mops, dusts all classrooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms. Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times.
Uses appropriate equipment and supplies to wipe and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains.
Empties trash.
Stocks paper products at all points of use.
Waxes floors and operates buffing machine.
Vacuums and cares for building carpeting.
Washes windows and furniture.
Picks up litter and debris on outside school grounds.
Makes minor repairs to equipment and furniture as needed.
Replaces light bulbs, tubes, ceiling tile, switch and outlet plates and pencil sharpeners as needed.
Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste.
Use power lift to perform tasks up to 40 ft.
Moves furniture, folds and unfolds chairs as required.
Lower flags.
Delivers packages and messages.
Load and unload delivery trucks.
Mops and buffs cafeteria
Contacts Plant Services for after-hour emergencies.
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Other Duties
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Lead Custodians, Supervisor of Custodial Services / Principal or other appropriate administrator.
Shovels snow from sidewalks during inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)
Completion of a standard high school or GED.
Must have experience working as custodian.
Must possess experience in proper procedures for carpet care.
Ability to read and write in English and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to follow safety precautions to avoid injuries of minor cuts, falls, bruises, burns and scalds.
Ability to complete written forms and records. Previous related experience preferred.
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Position Type:Full-Time
Newport News Public Schools
CUSTODIAL SERVICES - Newport News, Virginia
This job is also posted in Newport News Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:5268960
Application Deadline:Jul 30, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Immediately
Job Description
**Multiple Vacancies**
Job Summary
Responsible for cleaning in all areas of the building to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, wiping and emptying trash utilizing appropriate equipment, and supplies.
Essential Duties
Locks and unlocks doors; activates and deactivates alarm system.
Sweeps, mops, dusts all classrooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms. Keeps building and premises neat and clean at all times.
Uses appropriate equipment and supplies to wipe and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains.
Empties trash.
Stocks paper products at all points of use.
Waxes floors and operates buffing machine.
Vacuums and cares for building carpeting.
Washes windows and furniture.
Picks up litter and debris on outside school grounds.
Makes minor repairs to equipment and furniture as needed.
Replaces light bulbs, tubes, ceiling tile, switch and outlet plates and pencil sharpeners as needed.
Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste.
Use power lift to perform tasks up to 40 ft.
Moves furniture, folds and unfolds chairs as required.
Lower flags.
Delivers packages and messages.
Load and unload delivery trucks.
Mops and buffs cafeteria
Contacts Plant Services for after-hour emergencies.
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Other Duties
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Lead Custodians, Supervisor of Custodial Services / Principal or other appropriate administrator.
Shovels snow from sidewalks during inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)
Completion of a standard high school or GED.
Must have experience working as custodian.
Must possess experience in proper procedures for carpet care.
Ability to read and write in English and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to follow safety precautions to avoid injuries of minor cuts, falls, bruises, burns and scalds.
Ability to complete written forms and records. Previous related experience preferred.
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Position Type:Full-Time
Job ID: 486361708
Originally Posted on: 7/22/2025
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