Head Custodian

Head Custodian

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District Prairie West Elementary
- Waverly, Iowa Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5844636

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Starting pay: $20.50/hour

Schedule: 260-day per year. Monday
- Friday 7:00 am
-3:30 pm

BASIC FUNCTION: The Head Custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness, sanitation, security, safety, and maintenance of the assigned building, including the grounds and equipment.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age
• Preferred:
  Experience in general cleaning, chemical handling, customer service, and school custodial work
• Knowledge of basic techniques of custodial maintenance required

• Willingness to take required yearly trainings provided by the district
• Willingness to obtain a bus driver license, preferred but not required

• Basic problem-solving skills
• Ability to acquire skills to operate various cleaning equipment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changes without notice
• Effective communication and cooperation with diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to follow directions courteously and helpfully
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies and building/department procedures
• Awareness and practice of workplace safety, including reporting unsafe conditions

• Maintain school buildings in a state of cleanliness that supports the educational program without interruption
• Provide exemplary custodial services ensuring all work meets standards
• Demonstrate positive attitude, loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, attendance, and safety

• Clean and preserve designated spaces and equipment to meet health standards.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, and powered scrubbers.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash to disposal areas.
• Move and arrange furniture as required.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs to mechanical equipment as needed.
• Restock disposable items and maintain inventory records.
• Request supplies and equipment as needed for cleaning tasks.

• Remove debris from driveways, garages, and bus loading areas.
• Maintain grounds, including grass cutting and tree trimming.
• Perform seasonal grounds work, including snow removal.
• Operate a snow blower and tractor or shovel snow for up to 1 hour during winter months.

• Set up and take down lunch tables daily and chairs for special events.
• Move portable metal bleachers between sports fields, if applicable.
• Position and remove portable stop signs at intersections daily.
• Raise and lower American and Iowa flags at the beginning and end of the day.

• Inspect boilers and take water samples daily during the operating season.
• Follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, and utilize appropriate safety equipment.
• Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor/administrator.
• Make recommendations for improved service and efficient operations.
• Examine buildings and report needs for repairs of failed equipment.

• Assist the public utilizing facilities by providing directions and setting up equipment.
• Maintain good public relations with students, parents, faculty, and the community. Focus on Work-Related conversations. respect privacy and promote a positive culture.
• Provide direction to the custodians and custodial aides assigned to your building.

• Sort and clean clothing and other articles; load washing machines and fold dried items.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and neat.
• Follow the chain of command as required.
• Fill in for other shift custodial absences as required by administration.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Be available to work weekends as needed.
• Report to work during emergencies.
• Manage time efficiently.

Position Type: Full-time

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Custodian

• Abby Graham
• 1415 4th Avenue SW
• Waverly, Iowa 50677
• Phone:
• Email: abby.graham.ia.us