Part-Time Custodian

Job Summary

Part‑time Custodian (15–20 hours per week, flexible schedule) supporting a rural school district. Builds a clean, safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors and surfaces.
• Empty trash and recycling containers.
• Replenish restroom and custodial supplies.
• Assist with setup and cleanup for school events and activities.
• Monitor the building for maintenance or safety concerns and report issues promptly.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Ensure building security by locking doors and securing facilities at the end of shifts.
• Operate custodial equipment safely and effectively.
• Follow district safety procedures and cleaning protocols.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous custodial, maintenance, or cleaning experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Must successfully complete required background checks.

• Basic understanding of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Ability to interact positively with students, staff, and community members.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean educational environment.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and climbing.
• Ability to work around cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures.
• Frequent lifting, bending, standing, and walking.
• Occasional evening or weekend work for special events.

RE‑1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

The district makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.