Custodian
Job no: 501675
Position type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Shelbyville
Division/Equivalent: TCAT-Shelbyville
School/Unit: TCAT-Shelbyville
Categories: Staff, Facilities
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
TITLE: Custodian
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time - Non-Exempt - Hourly
DIRECT SUPERVISION RECEIVED FROM: Facilities Coordinator
OFFICE LOCATION(S): 2905 US 231 North, Shelbyville, TN 37160
HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 2:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Friday: 2:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Includes a 30-minute unpaid break each day). Maximum of 29 hours per week.
HOURLY WAGE: $15.00
FUNCTION OF THE JOB:
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Shelbyville is accepting applications for a part-time Custodian position.
Under the supervision of the Facilities Coordinator, the custodian is responsible for performing routine custodial and light maintenance duties to ensure clean, safe, and functional facilities that foster a positive learning environment for students and staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure facilities are kept clean and in good working order.
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of common areas, including drinking fountains, restrooms, windows, floors, door mats, outside sidewalks, and parking areas.
- Replenish hand towels, toilet tissue, and hand soap.
- Empty and sanitize waste cans.
- Assist Facilities Coordinator with closing of facility.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school graduate or equivalent (HiSET acceptable).
- 2+ years of approved work experience in custodial maintenance or related field.
- Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) labeling, and green environment principles.
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and to move around the facility to perform all occupational duties, including the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of methods, supplies, and equipment used in the high-quality routine cleaning and sanitizing of various surfaces, including flooring materials, restrooms, water fountains, walls, and glass.
- Ability to organize and maintain the supply room and manage the disbursement of supplies.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and other common software programs.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform basic first aid.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions, and problem solving.
- Ability to deal tactfully with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the public.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS:
Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check and vehicle record check.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
TCAT Shelbyville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Angelica Lightfoot, Human Resource Coordinator, hrcontact@tcatshelbyville.edu, 2905 US 231 North, Shelbyville, TN 37160, 931-685-5013. The TCAT Shelbyville policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatshelbyville.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement. 11/09/2026
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