What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian Sweeper (2026-2027) - Shepherdsville Elementary position at Shepherdsville Elementary School?
Join us for the 2026–2027 school year!
Shepherdsville Elementary is seeking a night sweeper. This position will begin in fall of 2026 when school begins.
The night sweeper is responsible for preparing the building for the following school day. Duties consist of cleaning bathrooms, emptying classroom garbage, sweeping classrooms, mopping, cleaning glass, and other tasks.
Position Details
Hours: 6 hours per day
Contract Length: 182 days per year
- 170 student instructional days
- 4 holidays
- 7 plannning days
- 1 extended day
Contract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date
Employment Status: Full-time with benefits
Employment Type: 10-month employee on the classified pay schedule
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.
Compensation & Experience Credit
Salary for the 2026-2027 school year will be based on Board approved salary schedule.
2025-2026 Pay Scale
- Starting Pay (Step 0): $14.41/hour
- Experienced Pay (Step 10): $16.40/hour
We value experience! Previous experience working with students?
New hires may bring up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.
- The hired applicant is responsible for submitting the BCPS Verification of Experience Form to prior employers for completion and return to HR.
Payroll Note: While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year-long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.
Salary Formula: Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate <> Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary. <> Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay
Benefits of Joining BCPS
We are committed to Moving Forward with our staff! Benefits include:
- Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
- Life Insurance (Total $50,000): FREE TO YOU! $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
- Time Off: Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
- Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.
Why Join BCPS?
At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward—together. Come help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.
Join us. Inspire students. Shape futures. Help us keep Moving Forward.