Kewaunee School District custodian Rich Kinstetter does a lot more than just clean the buildings after you leave for the day. His commitment to doing that extra something is being recognized by commercial cleaning company Tennant after Kinstetter was named a finalist in its “Custodians Are Key” program.

The district has had to use Kinstetter’s talents for more than setting up and taking down chairs for events and scrubbing the building’s hallways. He has worked 16-hour days for the district, serving as a substitute teacher for 13 years when needed before resuming his custodial work in the evenings. Kinstetter holds a Bachelor’s degree in education and has thought about going into teaching full-time, but the flexibility of being able to do both.

In the past, Kinstetter has also filled in as a bus driver. Tennant’s “Custodians Are Key” award will be awarded in May with the winner receiving $5,000 for themselves and $10,000 for the school.