Lead Custodian; rover
Listed on 2026-06-17
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Facility Maintenance, Cleaning Services, Janitor, Building Maintenance
Location: Princeton
Lead Custodian (rover) - 8 hrs/day
Davenport Community Schools, Various Buildings - Princeton, Iowa
Job DescriptionHours will vary. New Hire:
Entry Level Rate $20.24/hr (2025-26 rate). Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit. After 6 months $22.35/hr (2026-27 rate).
- Varies depending on schedule covered
- Starter/Closer/Utility Lead
- Trash removal
- Vacuums all areas hard and soft surfaces
- Clean/sanitize desk/table tops, door handles, restroom fixtures
- Cleans glass
- Dusts horizontal surfaces, clocks, overhead screens, blinds
- Cleaning of large gang restrooms
- Assists with deep cleaning during break periods: stripping, scrubbing, recoating, carpet extraction, cleaning restrooms, glass, and furniture
- Removes snow
- Minor grounds keeping
- Lawn mowing
- Assists with delivery of supplies
- Properly maintains equipment
- Operates all energy consuming devices efficiently, striving to attain maximum energy conservation
- Monitors HVAC systems, reports problems to maintenance via work order system
- Makes minor repairs to equipment, building furniture, hardware, windows, etc.
- Reports major repair problems to head custodian and maintenance via work order system
- Responsible for closing and securing building
- Works with and directs established routine custodians on 2nd shift and during break periods as assigned by head custodian
- Monitors performance of custodians during their assigned shift; discusses performance issues with head custodian or supervisor
- May fill in for the head custodian as necessary
- Must treat fellow workers with respect and facilitate a non-hostile work environment
- Performs other duties as assigned
- May work night or day shift
- Have physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs.
- Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks
- Must meet all general qualifications listed in the 'lead custodian' job description on the district website
- Must have high school degree or GED
- Must be able to direct others to the successful completion of assigned tasks
- Have a thorough knowledge of all cleaning procedures, chemicals & equipment
- Ability to learn how to operate a computer, use email, open attachments and complete electronic work orders.
The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Full-time
Contact Information- Nicole Stroupe
- 1702 N. Main St
- Davenport, Iowa 52803
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