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Wake County Public School System

Custodian

Raleigh, NC, United States

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Apply by: Aug 18, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 18, 2026

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POSITION PURPOSE:

Ensures entire school/facility is sanitized, cleaned, and maintained (e.g., hard surface and carpeted floors, restrooms, waste disposal, windows, locker rooms, sweeps walkways outside of buildings, monitors grounds, picks up debris, shovels snow, and applies de-icing compounds to walkways, as necessary.) Performs minor or routine maintenance on custodial equipment and reports repairs needed, safety concerns, and school property damage to supervisor. Attends required trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Knowledge of the standard methods employed in custodial work, cleaning procedures, and the use of cleaning materials (training will be provided);
Ability to follow instructions;
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in completing work assignments;
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
Ability to use all assigned equipment in a safe manner per manufacturer’s specifications;
Ability to be trained in cleaning methods;
Ability to attend and successfully complete required employee trainings provided by Wake County Public School System (WCPSS);
Ability to consistently follow safety precautions;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, contractors, parents, and students.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent;
Required WCPSS trainings which will be provided post-employment.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience performing custodial work in a commercial/school setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures entire school/facility is sanitized, cleaned, and maintained (e.g., hard surface and carpeted floors, restrooms, waste disposal, windows, locker rooms, sweeps walkways outside of buildings, monitors grounds, picks up debris, shovels snow, applies de-icing compounds to walkways, as necessary.)
Moves and arranges furniture, as needed.
Performs minor or preventative maintenance on custodial equipment as needed; reports any repair needs, safety concerns, and school property damage to supervisor.
At the start and end of workdays, opens/secures buildings, turns lights on/off, as scheduled.
Maintains reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Responds to after-hour emergencies and inclement weather calls, as required.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Must be physically able to operate vacuum cleaners, carpet extracting machine, buffers, brooms, mops, small hand tools, etc. Must be able to lift or exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work involves pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, maneuvering in confined spaces, and prolonged standing and walking. Work may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and smells commonly associated with schools in general. Physical demand requirements are for Medium Work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in a school environment and come into direct contact with school system staff, contractors, students, parents, and community members that might use school facilities. Some work will be outdoor work, potentially in inclement weather.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/2023

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.