Custodian

Vacancy Announcement

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and community-minded Custodian to join our team. In this role, you do much more than maintain a building—you help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where young students can learn, grow, and thrive.

As a vital part of our school community, you will ensure that classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, and playgrounds are safe and sanitary. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a sharp eye for detail, and a warm, friendly demeanor, as you will interact daily with students, teachers, and parents. If you take pride in your work and want to make a positive impact on the lives of children every day, we want to hear from you!

Job Duties

· Classrooms & Common Areas: Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust classrooms, offices, hallways, and the media center daily.

· Restroom Maintenance: Clean, sanitize, and stock all student and staff restrooms multiple times a day to ensure strict hygiene standards.

· Waste Removal: Empty trash, recycling, and compost bins daily, replacing liners and safely disposing of waste in designated outdoor dumpsters.

· Lunchroom Turnover: Clean and sanitize lunch tables, benches, and floors between lunch periods to maintain a clean eating environment for students.

· Spill Response: Promptly clean up food and liquid spills during breakfast and lunch hours to prevent slips and falls.

· Securing the Building: Lock and unlock doors, windows, and gates according to school schedules to maintain campus security.

· Groundskeeping: Inspect playgrounds daily for safety hazards or debris; sweep entryways, clear walkways of snow/ice (seasonally), and keep the perimeter litter-free.

· Minor Repairs: Perform basic, routine maintenance tasks such as changing lightbulbs, tightening loose screws, or fixing minor desk/chair misalignments.

· Supply Management: Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and paper products, notifying the lead custodian when stock is low.

· Event Setup: Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and audio equipment for school assemblies, parent-teacher nights, and special student events.

Summer Duties

• Washing Windows: Wash all windows inside and out.
• Painting: Repaint classrooms as needed and touch-up scuffed or faded walls, door frames and hallways.
• Carpet Cleaning: Thoroughly vacuum, pre-treat and steam-extract all carpeted areas in classrooms and offices.
• Classroom Relocation: Move furniture out of classrooms for custodial/maintenance needs and return/organize items before the new school year.

Job Requirements & Physical Demands

· This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for extended periods, and safely handle standard commercial cleaning chemicals

· Applicants must have high school diploma or equivalent

· Must have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification

· Selected applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test

Salary

Starting hourly rate: $16.08

Benefits

Employee medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage paid 100% by the district. Family benefits paid at 80% coverage. $20,000 employee life insurance and $2,000 dependent life insurance paid by the district. Eligible for PERSI retirement

Schedule: This is a full-time, year-round position. Work days are Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day

Application Deadline: October 6, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Pay: From $16.08 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16