Maintenance Custodian , 2nd Shift, (2 openings)

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted: 6/24/2026

Location: London Elementary

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor or Head Custodian

Job Objectives: Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of the district's buildings, grounds, equipment, and furnishings. Performs routine housekeeping duties to protect and preserve the school building and furnishings. Maintains high standards to ensure that a safe and orderly environment is maintained for educational and recreational activities. Uses each contact with the public as an opportunity to promote a positive impression of the school district.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Post‑secondary technical/trade school graduate is preferred.
• Apprentice training, journeymen card, and/or license/certification in a trade is desirable.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation.
• Subject to pre‑employment and ongoing random drug tests.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to learn appropriate skills for the position.
• Ability to be self‑directed and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to read instructions, measure, and mix housekeeping products.
• Multi‑school or closely related building maintenance experience is required.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain a low pressure boiler, a class 1 water treatment, and/or pesticide application licenses.
• Proficient in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry trades.
• Ability to interpret and apply blueprint and schematic diagram information.
• Ability to comply with building codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility guidelines.
• Ability to comply with MSDS, AHERA, EPA, OSHA, and PERRA regulations.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain an asbestos hazard evaluation specialist certificate.
• Knowledge of computerized HVAC control systems.
• Proficient in boiler operations and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• A current Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a commercial truck endorsement is required.

Responsibilities:

• Monitors normal building conditions during assigned working hours.
• Recognizes when problems may be developing (e.g., unusual odors, noises, leaks, etc.).
• Immediately reports suspected malfunctions and/or unsafe conditions.
• Checks daily to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean up.
• Assumes responsibility for learning the proper procedures for all assigned duties.
• Receives written or verbal instructions and carefully follows all directions.
• Performs regular inspections to ensure that housekeeping equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Maintains an inventory of essential housekeeping supplies.
• Anticipates needs and replenishes supplies to avoid interrupting the regular work schedule.
• Monitors and reports the effectiveness of housekeeping products.
• Performs all housekeeping activities necessary to maintain safe and sanitary conditions.
• Enforces rules of good housekeeping.
• Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash.
• Completes assignments in‑progress.
• Consults with the maintenance supervisor, head custodian, and/or the building principal to resolve scheduling conflicts and to ensure a timely response to staff requests.
• Avoids disrupting building activities except during emergencies.
• Keeps current with required reports.
• Follows approved safety procedures to clean up accidents involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues.
• Participates in occupational safety and health in‑service training as directed.
• Deals with unexpected situations (e.g., ill children, spills, broken glass, etc.).
• Sweeps, mops, strips, and waxes floors.
• Vacuums and power cleans carpets.
• Cleans and sanitizes toilet rooms, locker rooms, and showers.
• Empties and sanitizes trash containers.
• Resupplies toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, towels, and soap dispensers.
• Empties pencil sharpeners, removes cobwebs, cleans windows and mirrors.
• Washes chalkboards and trays.
• Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture/woodwork on an as‑needed basis.
• Helps other custodians and/or maintenance staff address unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.
• Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Anticipates and is prepared for fire, health, and safety inspections.
• Maintains clean, safe, and orderly work areas.
• Maintains clear routes to public exits to ensure the safe evacuation of the building.
• Escorts inspectors on tours as directed.
• Complies with MSDS, AHERA, EPA, OSHA, PERRA regulations.
• Ensures that housekeeping supplies are labeled and safely stored.
• Helps coach new and temporary employees in procedures to effectively accomplish their duties and the proper precautions to prevent injuries.
• Immediately reports all accidents.
• Follows prescribed first aid policies and procedures.
• Promptly documents all accidents and injuries that require a medical referral.
• Implements recommended preventive safety measures.
• Learns operating and maintenance procedures for all housekeeping equipment.
• Shares knowledge and skills with appropriate staff.
• Helps prepare and maintain equipment inventories as directed.
• Helps maintain the school grounds.
• Picks up trash.
• Removes graffiti.
• Removes snow, ice, and debris along sidewalks to public entrances as directed.
• Recommends procedures and equipment that enhance safety, contribute to effective building operations, improve productivity, and conserve district resources.
• Replace all lights that can be reached with a six‑foot ladder.
• Reports damaged or missing safety equipment (e.g., equipment guards, ground‑fault protectors, fire extinguishers, alarm systems, signage, emergency lights, panic bars, etc.).
• Helps with the management of building security.
• Refers visitors to the principal's office.
• Reports trespassers.
• Turns off lights and closes windows.
• Ensures that the building and work areas are properly secured at the end of the work shift.
• Opens, monitors, protects, and closes the building for district‑sponsored or authorized community group activities as directed.
• Strives to develop rapport with students, staff, parents, and the public.
• Responds to requests and complaints promptly and tactfully.
• Offers and accepts constructive suggestions diplomatically.
• Respects the personal confidences and privacy needs of individuals.
• Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the head custodian and/or building principal.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Promotes a positive image of the housekeeping department.
• Maintains a clean neat appearance and wears appropriate work attire.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth activities as directed.
• Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
• Helps instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Performs other specific job‑related duties as directed.

Characteristics:

• Reads and interprets regulations, manuals, instructions, diagrams, etc.
• Performs prescribed duties efficiently with limited supervision.
• Prepares and maintains records.
• Demonstrates professionalism and exemplary personal conduct.
• Uses interpersonal skills to promote a favorable image of the school district.
• Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.
• Collects, analyzes and interprets information.
• Formulates accurate conclusions.
• Carries out appropriate actions independently.
• Expresses ideas effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Intervenes to avert problem situations and resolve conflicts.
• Travels to meetings and work assignments.
• Organizes and manages time effectively.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Analyzes information.
• Prepares and maintains records.
• Measures and computes mathematical formulas to calibrate equipment, mix chemicals, determine quantities, etc.
• Walks and/or stands for extended periods.
• Performs strenuous physical activities.
• Lifts, carries, and/or moves maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Helps others with heavy objects.
• Reaches and lifts overhead items.
• Climbs and works from a ladder, scaffold, platform, or other equipment that requires balancing skills.
• Works in confined spaces such as a crawl space, catwalk, or other areas that limit movement.
• Performs activities that require stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching.
• Discerns sound variances in equipment.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory: Under the direction of the maintenance supervisor: provides instructions and communicates expectations to assigned substitutes, seasonal/temporary employees, and job trainees.

Working Conditions: Potential for exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals. Exposure to student exuberance and commotion. Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes. Duties involve operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Duties involve operating power tools and motorized equipment. Duties may involve considerable paperwork. Duties may involve working under time constraints to meet deadlines. Duties may involve working during the evening and/or weekend. Exposure to personal hygiene products and medications. Exposure to air‑borne particulates, vapors, and odors. Exposure to loud noises and equipment vibrations. Duties may involve contact with oily/greasy tools and equipment. Duties may involve wearing protective clothing and/or safety equipment.

Performance Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the London City School District Board of Education.

Equal Opportunity Statement: The London City School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. The board requires that employees comply with the statutory responsibilities cited in the Ohio Revised Code, the rules and regulations of the Ohio Department of Education, and all local and Federal mandates. The board requires that employees remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment in the district. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to negotiated agreements, funding variables, emerging technologies, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.