Custodian I Substitute 2026 - 2027 School Year

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY

INCLUDE 

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

• Selects appropriate equipment and supplies and sweeps and cleans floors in shops, classrooms, offices, corridors, and any other areas assigned in the building.

• Uses brooms, brushes, mops, power-operated scrubbing machines, vacuum cleaners, buffers, carpet sweepers, liquid floor finishes, dust absorbers, and other custodial equipment and supplies.

• Collects and disposes of trash, scrap, and garbage.

• Unloads supplies, delivers to proper storage areas, and positions on shelves or storage racks.

• Moves furniture, office equipment, and other items or supplies which necessitate the lifting of heavy or bulky articles weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Maintains lavatories ensuring a clean and sanitary condition.

• Sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors, walls, and partitions; cleans and deodorizes wash basins and other lavatory equipment.

• Washes and cleans windows, light fixtures, ventilators, and other items which may require climbing in excess of fifteen feet and/or erecting scaffolding.

• Cleans and polishes desks, chairs, tables, cabinets, and other office or classroom equipment.

• Assists cafeteria personnel by lifting cartons or sacks of food or cafeteria supplies.

• Assists in snow removal by shoveling snow, spreading chemicals, sweeping, or as otherwise directed.

• Performs lawn and playground maintenance including spreading mulch, mowing, trimming, and weed control.

• Responds and assists during emergency situations including but not limited to inclement weather assignments, vandalism, and emergency repairs.

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Schedule and locations will be determined by the assigned Custodial Services Coordinator on a daily/weekly basis.  

• The substitute will work up to 20 hours per week, afternoon/evening shift.

• Summer Work: Monday through Thursday for internal candidates - up to 40 hours per week

SALARY

• $16.23 per hour, non-benefited

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Minimum ninth grade education required (If high school diploma is not presented, testing will be conducted to assess ability to read, understand, and apply written instructions, including work procedures, product labels, material safety data sheets and equipment instruction manuals.

• One year of experience in a custodial, mechanical trade or related area, preferred.

• Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, of the everyday responsibilities including handling wet and dry mop heads, buckets of material weighing up to 50 pounds, and the ability to climb ladders in excess of 15 feet as well as ability to access lifts, scaffolding, man lifts, pallet jackets, boom equipment and use back mounted equipment. Various lifts, tools and mechanical means of assistance should be employed for lifting heavier supplies, equipment, and material.

• Individuals appointed to this position may be required to hold and maintain a valid driver’s license to carry out the essential functions of the position.

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org.  If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5238.

DEADLINE

Online employment applications will be accepted until filled.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals. 

Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, or [email protected]. Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or [email protected]. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policy can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org) and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination statement can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org) and found on HCPS’ homepage.   

AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE