Part-Time Full-Year Custodian

By Hamilton Community Schools

6/5/2026

Hamilton Community Schools has an opening for a part-time full-year (12-month) custodian at Hamilton Virtual School and invites hardworking self-motivated individuals to apply for this position. The Custodian provides general custodial/maintenance services for the district and reports to the Custodial Services Supervisor and Building Principal.

REPORTS TO: Custodial Services Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt

STARTING DATE: ASAP
WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time full-year (25 hours per week)
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT: Hamilton Custodial/Maintenance Association (HCMA)
PAY SCALE: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement ($16.81/hr Base)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

Sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors and other surfaces.
Cleans, renovates, and renews floor surface finishes.
Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings.
Cleans whiteboards, board rails, and erasers.
Washes/cleans light fixtures.
Moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment.
Sweeps or shovels snow from steps, roofs, and walks at building entrances and salts icy steps and walks as necessary.
Collects, bags, and disposes of trash.
Locks/unlocks doors and windows to classrooms and offices.
Turns off unnecessary lighting.
Cleans and services lavatories, toilet rooms, and locker rooms.
Washes all interior and exterior glass including framed pictures, partitions, and doors.
Reports items that require repair.
Follows written work schedule.
Coordinates work with the Master Custodian, Custodial Supervisor, and/or principal.
Assists with the operation of school heating plant and equipment.
Guards property against fire, theft, and illegal entry; maintain building security.
Works from ladders or scaffolding.
Maintains and operates all equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks.
Does emergency cleaning as needed (e.g. blood, vomit, burst water pipes, etc.).
Vacuums, spot cleans and extracts carpet as necessary.
Performs all assigned duties in a manner that contributes to the safety and well-being of the staff and buildings.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

Adhere to all policies of the District.
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, supervisor, administrators, and school community members.
Promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
Participate in appropriate professional activities/training when necessary.
Performs all other custodial/maintenance duties assigned by supervisors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

18 years of age
High school diploma or GED required, college or trade school classes preferred.
Possess good habits, character, and attendance records.
Be neat in appearance.
Detail oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
Be able to speak, read and write at a level of proficiency that permits satisfactory job performance.
Demonstrates dependability and promptness
Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
Provide a foundation for integrity, pride of accomplishment, self-discipline, and teamwork
Be capable and demonstrate the establishment and maintenance of harmonious, effective relationships with staff, supervisors, students, and the community.
Possess experience in custodial and maintenance work to carry out the assigned duties preferred.
Possess a willingness to learn new job skills.

Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district in West Michigan, located south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district includes one preschool learning center (Sandyview), three elementary schools (Bentheim, Blue Star, and Hamilton Elementary), one middle school, one high school, and the Hamilton Virtual School. Despite covering a large area of 135 square miles, Hamilton retains a small-town feel.

As one of the 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD), Hamilton Community Schools employs 400 staff members and serves over 2,400 full-time students, along with 1,100 non-public students across various programs and formats. Renowned throughout the state, our district is celebrated for balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation, catering to the needs of every learner. With a strong focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts, Hamilton is a destination district. WE are HAWKEYES!

Why Hamilton?

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Submit an application, cover letter and resume using the online application system.

https://hamiltonschools.schoolspring.com?jobid=5763171

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled. However, for best consideration, applications should be submitted by June 15, 2026.

Any questions can be sent to Cindy Van Goor, Custodial Services Supervisor cvangoor@hamiltonschools.us