Utility Custodial Trainer (UCT) – 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Position Summary

The Utility Custodial Trainer (UCT) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-kept school environment while also serving as a trainer and mentor for custodial staff. In addition to regular custodial responsibilities, the UCT provides training and retraining to employees, ensuring all staff consistently follow district custodial standards, procedures, and expectations.

This position starts at $21.06/hour base pay. When filling in for other custodial positions, you will earn the wage of the employee you are covering. This pay adjustment also applies while you are training employees.

Schedule: 2:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Application Requirement

This is a resume-based position. In order to be considered, a resume must be submitted with the online application. Resumes will not be accepted in person and must be uploaded through the District’s online application process.

Benefits (effective the 1st of the month after your start date)

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• IPERS Pension

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Time Off

• Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance Program

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Custodial Supervisors and the Building Engineer, the UCT is responsible for:

• Performing general cleaning duties including sweeping, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, blind cleaning, emptying waste receptacles, restroom sanitation, and refilling dispensers.

• Cleaning light fixtures and replacing bulbs as needed.

• Keeping entryways, sidewalks, and walkways free of ice and snow.

• Assisting with receiving and storing building and cafeteria supplies.

• Moving and arranging furniture for school events and functions.

• Assisting with additional requests from the building principal and engineer as needed.

• Training new custodial staff and retraining existing employees as directed by Custodial Supervisors.

• Demonstrating and reinforcing custodial Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P.s) during training.

• Monitoring and supporting staff performance to ensure compliance with departmental cleaning standards and expectations.

• Serving as a resource for staff who need clarification, coaching, or assistance with custodial practices.

• Communicating updates to custodial practices, cleaning procedures, and safety guidelines as directed by supervisors.

• Following and upholding the standards of the Custodial Department and the School District.

• Performing other duties as assigned.
   

Classification

Category “A” | $21.06/hour

Qualifications

Essential Skills/Aptitudes/Requirements

• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, equipment use, and care of custodial materials.

• Ability to perform minor building repairs.

• Ability to plan, organize, and carry out work schedules efficiently.

• Responsible, dependable, and team-oriented.

• Excellent physical condition; ability to pass Physical Capacity Profile testing.

• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Computer literacy required.

• Ability to train, coach, and clearly communicate custodial practices and expectations.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure with frequent interruptions.

• Professionalism and ability to represent the School District positively.

Reasoning Ability

• Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
   

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, staff, and students.

• Clear and concise communication skills.

• Awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies.
   

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, squatting, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.

• Lifting, moving, pushing, and pulling objects up to 100 lbs occasionally.

• Work includes tasks such as climbing ladders, shoveling, lifting heavy objects, and carrying up to 80 lbs.

• Detailed list of sample physical demands available upon request.

Working Environment

• Generally quiet indoor environment, though work may occur in areas requiring hearing protection.

• Work surfaces include tile, wood, terrazzo, and concrete.

• Outdoor duties required in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, ice).

• Standing and moving on damp or uneven surfaces as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, marital status, socio-economic status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma or GED required
   

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