Custodian

About Wilkes County Schools

Wilkes County Schools is dedicated to providing a supportive and comprehensive environment for its staff and students. The district values its employees and offers a robust variety of state and local benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a state pension plan, and paid leave. In addition to these standard offerings, the district provides a local salary supplement of 5% to enhance compensation packages.

About the Role

The Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of school buildings. This position involves performing a variety of manual activities to clean and maintain facilities, ensuring a welcoming environment for students and staff. Beyond standard cleaning duties, the role includes controlling and performing minor maintenance on heating and air conditioning equipment.

Employees in this class operate with limited supervision, introducing minor procedural changes and solving simple problems independently before escalating issues to a supervisor. The role requires adaptability, as custodians may also be responsible for raising and lowering flags, securing buildings, adjusting environmental controls, and arranging furniture for events. For those hired on or after September 1, 2018, the position also includes the requirement to substitute as a bus driver when needed, necessitating a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements or the willingness to obtain one.

Hiring Process and Requirements

Candidates must possess some experience in custodial work or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills. A key requirement for recent hires is the possession of a CDL with P/S endorsements or the eligibility to obtain them; failure to pursue this training or ineligibility may result in dismissal. Applicants must be physically capable of operating various cleaning equipment and exerting significant force to move objects.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wilkes County Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. The district ensures that all job functions are performed in a manner that respects the dignity and rights of every individual.