2026-2027: Custodian @ Hermiston High School

Hermiston School District; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 48,067,000 - 67,648,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PERS retirement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hermiston High School in Hermiston, Oregon, is hiring a Custodian to perform routine cleaning and related maintenance to keep facilities ready for daily use. The role requires lifting, following instructions, and ensuring a safe environment for students.

The district emphasizes high moral standards and strong teamwork, with a benefits package including insurance options and retirement through PERS. Starting immediately after hiring, this full-time position offers a stable schedule.

Qualifications

• Reading/writing at the 10th-grade level or higher.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and related work in the school facilities.
• Assist in maintenance to keep buildings in operating order.
• Maintain safety and positive relations with students and staff.

Skills

Reading & writing (10th grade)

Follow instructions

Physical strength

Interpersonal skills

Moral standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Electrical repair basics

Plumbing basics

Job description

2026-2027: Custodian @ Hermiston High School

Hermiston School District HERMISTON HIGH SCHOOL - Hermiston, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in HERMISTON SD 8

Job Details

Job ID: 5928513
Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Hermiston School District is seeking applicants for the position of Custodian. The candidate that fills this position will perform routine cleaning and related work in the physical plant, assisting in the maintenance of the building(s) to keep them in a condition of operating order so full education use may be made at all times. The position begins immediately following the hiring process.

Required Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of modern cleaning methods, cleaning materials, and equipment use and care.
• Reasonable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tasks, and materials used to maintain school buildings and grounds in a safe, clean, and efficiently.
• Reasonable knowledge of the procedures and techniques for making routine electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to read and write at the 10th-grade level.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength to perform tasks of a custodial worker, including the ability to repeatedly lift 50+ lbs.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students, fellow employees, and the general public.
• Demonstrated high moral standards and character necessary for working around children.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

About the District:

The Hermiston School District is the largest in eastern Oregon, serving over 5,300 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. We are dedicated to offering rigorous and engaging programs, mutual respect, and high expectations. Our district includes a senior high school, two middle schools, and six elementary schools.

The community strongly supports the district, with recent investments including a new elementary school, a multi-classroom annex, and various renovations. We employ over 630 staff members and serve a diverse population, with about 50% Hispanic residents.

About the Community:

Hermiston is a vibrant city of nearly 20,000 residents at the crossroads of the Pacific Northwest, offering a variety of recreational opportunities including parks, golf courses, and water sports. The surrounding area features excellent fishing, hunting, and skiing options.

Salary & Benefits

The Custodian will work 8.0 hours per day. The normal contract year for this position is 259 days (July-June), including 8 paid holidays. The excellent benefits package includes a generous allowance towards the purchase of family insurance coverage (Medical, RX, Dental, Vision) and district-paid retirement through the Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS).

2025-2026: Starting HourlyRange $16.84 - $23.70.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.84 to $23.70 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources , HR
• 305 SW 11th Street
• Hermiston, Oregon 97838
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]