Custodian; DMMS and SBHS

Final date to receive applications: In-District Bargaining Unit Members November 9, 2026. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.

Projected

Start Date:

Approximately December 1, 2026. Exact date to be determined by the district.

This is a posting for 2 part time positions one at DMMS and one at SBHS

4 hours/day, 260 days/year

Salary Range 13 $ 25.09 to $34.38/hour

CUSTODIAN

The Custodian maintains an attractive, sanitary and safe facility by performing a wide variety of cleaning and maintenance functions in both the facility and grounds around the facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure.

• Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Prior job-related experience school or institutional setting
• Education Required:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing
  
  Required:
  
  Valid Driver's License and evidence of insurability Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance

• Methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies
• Adhering to safe work practices
• Using cleaning agents, supplies, and equipment
• Operating computer programs and applications (e.g. email, system applications, word processing, etc.)
• Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions
• Performing basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents
• Working from heights of up to 30 feet
• Functioning as a self-starter, who works well independently or in a team
• Working independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks and adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice
• Handling multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously
• Developing effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community
• Interacting with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds

• Performs general cleaning and overall maintenance of school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment
• Follows a cleaning schedule within an area of responsibility developed by appropriate personnel
• Arranges furnishings and equipment to prepare spaces for internal and community group activities and events
• Ensures energy conservation practices are in use
• Identify and report any unsafe and damaged school building conditions to appropriate personnel
• Informs students, other site personnel, and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities
• Operates all equipment (e.g. lifts and ladders) in a safe manner
• Performs minor repairs to structures and maintains equipment
• Maintains a custodial communication system
• Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site
• Evaluates situations to take appropriate action and/or direct the situation to the appropriate personnel for resolution
• Delivers variety of items (i.e. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate parties
• Supports the relationship between the school and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with parents, community members, and other school visitors.

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities within the scope of the position
• Repairs furniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

• Ability to:
• sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time
• climb stairs and ladders
• talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment
• use arms, wrists and hands in repetitive movements such as grasping and squeezing
• reach for and handle objects
• use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Bending, stooping, kneeling and…