Custodian

Custodian

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Job : 5893290

Final date to receive applications: Oct 01, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

West Fork Community School District

West Fork Community School District is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented individual to join our Buildings & Grounds staff as a Custodian
.

Our custodians play an important role in creating a clean, safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for our students, staff, and community. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, works well with others, and understands the importance of being a positive presence in a school setting.

The custodian will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of school facilities. Duties may include:

• Daily cleaning and sanitizing of classrooms, hallways, restrooms, offices, common areas, and other assigned spaces.
• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and other routine cleaning duties.
• Emptying trash and recycling containers.
• Cleaning and maintaining restrooms and replenishing supplies.
• Assisting with setup and cleanup for athletic events, activities, meetings, and other school functions.
• Monitoring assigned areas and reporting maintenance, safety, or repair concerns.
• Performing minor maintenance and custodial repairs as appropriate.
• Operating and maintaining custodial equipment safely.
• Assisting with snow removal, grounds maintenance, and other seasonal duties as needed.
• Following established safety, security, and cleaning procedures.
• Working cooperatively with other custodians, administrators, teachers, students, and community members.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Buildings & Grounds Director or administration.

The ideal candidate will:

• Take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive school environment.
• Be dependable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Be able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and community members.
• Be willing to learn and follow proper procedures for cleaning products and equipment.
• Be physically capable of performing the essential duties of the position, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving equipment and supplies.
• Previous custodial, maintenance, or related experience is preferred but not required.

At West Fork, we believe every employee contributes to the success of our students. Our custodial staff are an important part of the school team and help ensure that our buildings are places where students can learn, grow, feel safe, and know they belong
.

We are looking for someone who understands that the work they do each day matters and who takes pride in being part of a school community.

Position: Custodian

District: West Fork Community School District

Location: West Fork Community Schools

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Buildings & Grounds Director

Salary and benefits will be determined in accordance with the West Fork Community School District's current wage schedule and applicable employee agreements.

West Fork Community School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

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• Mike Kruger , Superintendent
• West Fork Elementary, Rockwell Campus
• Phone:
• Email: mike.kruger