1.0 Custodian or 2 part time custodians

Lincoln Elementary; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

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Job summary

North Platte Public Schools is seeking a Custodian to cover Lincoln Elementary (.05) and Lake Elementary (.05) in North Platte, Nebraska. Immediate starting date with a choice of full-time or two part-time positions, salary $15–$16 per hour, and an Oct 02, 2026 application deadline.

The Custodian will maintain a clean, safe, sanitary environment for students and staff, handle routine cleaning, building maintenance, and related duties to support school operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial, maintenance, or cleaning experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment safely or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and dependability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interact appropriately with students, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors.
• Clean windows, doors, walls, fixtures, and furniture.
• Empty waste and recycling containers and dispose of materials.
• Respond promptly to spills and accidents.
• Perform additional cleaning during breaks and as assigned.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Professional communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

1.0 Custodian or 2 part time custodians

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NPPSD seeks either a fulltime Custodian to cover Lincoln Elementary (.05) and Lake Elementary (.05)ORtwo part-time employees. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and attractive learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors of North Platte Public Schools. The position performs routine cleaning, sanitation, building maintenance, grounds-related duties, and other custodial responsibilities necessary to support the effective operation of the school. The Custodian is expected to demonstrate reliability, initiative, attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for the school community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, cafeterias, gymnasiums, common areas, and other assigned areas.


• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors and other surfaces.


• Clean windows, doors, walls, fixtures, furniture, and other building surfaces.


• Empty waste and recycling containers and properly dispose of materials.


• Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish paper products, soap, and other supplies.


• Maintain appropriate cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the assigned building.


• Respond promptly to spills, accidents, and other situations requiring immediate cleaning.


• Perform additional cleaning and sanitation duties during school breaks and as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• Previous custodial, maintenance, commercial cleaning, or related experience preferred but not required.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Ability to operate custodial equipment safely or willingness to learn.


• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.


• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and dependability.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Ability to interact appropriately with students, staff, and the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Standing and walking for extended periods.


• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing stairs.


• Repetitively pushing and pulling custodial equipment.


• Lifting and carrying supplies, equipment, and materials.


• Moving furniture and other objects as required.


• Operating cleaning and maintenance equipment.


• Working in areas that may include dust, cleaning chemicals, noise, temperature variations, and other normal custodial conditions.


• Performing occasional strenuous physical activity associated with cleaning, snow removal, moving equipment, or responding to building needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work may occur during school hours, evenings, early mornings, weekends, holidays, and school breaks depending upon the assigned position and building needs.


• Full-time and part-time schedules may vary by building and operational requirements.


• The employee may be required to work independently for extended periods.


• Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, bodily fluids, outdoor weather conditions, and other conditions normally associated with custodial work may occur.


• Schedule flexibility may be required to support school activities, events, emergencies, or changing building needs.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Maintains assigned areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.


• Reports to work consistently and on time.


• Completes assigned responsibilities efficiently and thoroughly.


• Uses equipment, chemicals, and supplies safely and appropriately.


• Responds promptly to building and custodial needs.


• Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude.


• Works cooperatively with administrators, staff, students, and other District employees.


• Protects District property and maintains appropriate confidentiality.


• Follows District policies, procedures, and safety expectations.


• Demonstrates initiative in identifying and addressing building needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

North Platte Public Schools is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Duties may be modified or assigned as necessary to meet the operational needs of North Platte Public Schools.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15 to $16 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required