Mitchell Elementary 2nd Shift Custodian

Mitchell Elementary 2nd Shift Custodian

Ames Community School District — Mitchell Elementary, Ames, Iowa. Open in Google Maps.

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Job : 5524384

Final date to receive applications: Feb 23, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Feb 04, 2026 7:02 PM (UTC)

Welcome to Ames Community School District
, where we are more than just a workplace—we are a community dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. As a member of Ames CSD, you ll enjoy competitive pay and access to a wide range of employee discount programs. You ll also be part of an organization that values individuals for who they are and encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect.

We offer modern, well-equipped facilities—newly built and thoughtfully renovated—to ensure you have the tools and environment needed to thrive in your role. Join us at Ames CSD, where your strengths are celebrated, your potential is nurtured, and you re surrounded by a community that champions your success.

Work Schedule: 3:00pm-11:30pm, Monday - Friday; 12-month position (year round)

Responsibilities/

Essential Functions:

• Cleans and maintains assigned rooms throughout the building.
• Assists in preparing the facility for evening and weekend activities.
• Secures the building and performs lock-up duties.
• Utilizes computers to enter work orders, manage email, and submit timesheets and absences.
• Communicates with staff and community members using a two-way radio and cell phone.
• Maintains building grounds during winter conditions through snow removal and ice mitigation.

Qualifications:

• Ability to frequently lift, bend, shovel, and carry and move items up to 50 lbs. such as furniture, trash, and bags of ice melt.
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing.

Compensation: $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off:
  Paid holidays (11), vacation (accrued monthly), sick leave
• IPERS Retirement

Location: Ames, IA;
Story County, IA

Choosing the Ames Community School District isn t just about a job—it s about becoming part of a vibrant and close-knit community, nestled in the heart of Iowa. With its small-town charm and big-city amenities, Ames offers a unique blend of contentment and excitement. As a college town, opportunities to engage and get involved abound, whether it s through cultural events, educational pursuits, or community initiatives.

At Ames, you re not just joining a workplace; you re becoming a valued member of a community driven by communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Come be a part of the Ames CSD, where both your professional and personal aspirations can thrive.

Apply online | Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.

To learn more about the Ames Community School District, visit our websites:

• District Website
• Facebook
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• You Tube
• Instagram
• Amazing Magazine

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Custodian

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• Sharday Grove
• 2005 24th St
• Ames, Iowa 50010
• Phone:
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• Email: sharday.grove.ia.us