Lead Custodian

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**Lead Custodian**

Do you take pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces? Are you

a hands-on team player who can also step into a leadership role? Were

looking for a**Lead Custodian**to help keep Kootenai County facilities

running smoothly while guiding a dedicated custodial team.

This is more than a cleaning roleits an opportunity to lead, organize,

and contribute to a workplace that serves the entire county.

**Why You\'ll Love This Opportunity:**

• **Competitive Pay**: \$17.85 to \$21.21 per hour depending on
  
  

Experience

• **Amazing Benefits**: Enjoy an exceptional[benefits
  
  

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health care for eligible employees and their dependents through

our**free medical clinic**, offering primary care, medications, lab

services, and more.

• **Generous Paid Time Off**: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each
  
  

month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in

giving you time to relax and recharge!

• **Secure Your Future**: Benefit from a strong retirement plan
  
  

through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so

you can feel confident about your future.

• **Career Growth**: Opportunities for advancement and eligibility for
  
  

public student loan forgiveness.

**What You\'ll Do:**

• Maintain County buildings in a clean, orderly, and professional
  
  

condition.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, wax, and buff floors.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, windows, and common areas.
• Handle heavy-duty cleaning like carpet shampooing and wall washing.
• Safely mix and use cleaning solutions and chemicals.
• Perform light maintenance such as changing light bulbs.
• Assign tasks and provide day-to-day directions to staff.
• Assist with hiring and training new team members.
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Help schedule shifts and maintain team coverage.
• Order, track, and maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate special projects like deep cleans and seasonal tasks.
• Communicate regularly with team members and management.
• Work a swing shift that overlaps with both day and night crews.
• Take a closer look at the full[job
  
  

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see if this role is the right fit for you

**What Were Looking For:**

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 6 months of custodial or related experience (lead
  
  

experience is a plus)

• Knowledge of cleaning equipment, tools, and chemicals.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team when needed.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs with or without assistance.
• A valid drivers license.
  
  

**Why Youll Love Working Here:**

Youll be working in[**Kootenai

County**](https://www.kcgov.us/369/Living-in-Kootenai-County){tabindex="0"

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one of the most picturesque places in northern Idaho! Nestled among

scenic mountains and over 20 pristine lakes, our county is an outdoor

enthusiast\'s dream. Located in**Coeur d\'Alene**, youll enjoy a low

crime rate, access to stunning natural beauty, and a peaceful, friendly

communitymaking it the ideal place to work and live.

• Ready to Apply?**
  
  

Visit our online application page[**Kootenai County Employment

Opportunities**](https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities){tabindex="0"

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submit your application, cover letter and resu e by 5:00 PM PST May 4,

2026.

Candidates for employment must successfully complete the County\'s

pre-employment and drug screening.

• Questions?**Reach out to our Human Resources team at (208) 446-1640 or
  
  

email**kcrecruit@kcgov.us**.

**Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets Preference/Drug-Free Workplace**