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Custodian

West Des Moines Community Schools
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2027

Address: 600 39th Street West Des Moines, Iowa


8 hrs/day. Click here to view the job description


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Ensure are school facilities are clean and well maintained.
  • Promote positive relationships with staff, students, supervisors and community members.
  • Communicate to Head Custodian or Maintenance/Custodial Manager any changes or concerns regarding job assignments.
  • Perform cleaning functions such as trash removal, sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and restocking supplies.
  • Adhere to established West Des Moines Community School District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Maintain custodial storage area inventory and organize.
  • Custodial storage areas must be secured and locked throughout work shift.
  • Monitor and ensure facility security through keeping doors and windows shut and locked when appropriate.
  • Return all custodial tools and supplies to a secure custodial storage area at the end of each shift.
  • Assist in assigned project work, including refinishing floors and cleaning carpet.
  • Respond to requests, which may include setting up/tearing down rooms for meetings or class functions, or athletic events moving furniture/equipment and storing deliveries.
  • Perform minor maintenance tasks.
  • Complete snow removal and lawn care duties as required.
  • Promptly report all safety hazards to Head Custodian or Maintenance/Custodial Manager.
  • Participate actively in all professional development and safety training.
  • Maintain a reliable attendance record.
  • Complete all trainings as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Selection Procedure:

Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview.

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