26 - Assistant Custodian

Pueblo School District 60; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Job summary

Pueblo School District 60 is seeking an Assistant Custodian at East High School to help maintain a clean, safe learning environment during the 261-day work year. The role requires English communication, reliability, and the ability to follow district safety protocols.

Responsibilities include disinfecting and cleaning all areas, restocking supplies, reporting hazards, and assisting with special events. The district offers fringe benefits per the ACME negotiated agreement and expects

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Must be reliable and demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Must be honest, trustworthy, and able to follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect, dust, sweep, mop, and clean the facility including classrooms, restrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Check restroom supplies and restock as needed.
• Inspect for safety issues and report hazards to supervision.
• Provide information to parents, visitors, and staff and assist with building use during shifts.
• Assist with setup/teardown for events and handle minor maintenance tasks as directed.

Skills

English communication

Reliability

Safety awareness

Honesty and integrity

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance & Operations/ Custodial - Assistant Custodian
• Date Posted: 9/10/2026
• Location: East High School

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title

Job Title: Assistant Custodian
Work Year: 261 days
Department: Facilities
Reports To: Head Custodian/Custodial Foreman
Salary Range: Custodian – ACME Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on ACME Negotiated Agreement
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The primary responsibility of the Custodian is to maintain, clean, and disinfect all areas of a facility including classrooms, offices, locker rooms, gymnasiums, and surrounding areas. Work requires the exercise of a high degree of initiative, a positive attitude, sound judgment and discretion in the performance of these duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED

• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass District designated post-offer lift test
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire

PREFERRED

• Previous school district experience preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Basic arithmetic skills
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor or administrator
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Demonstrate sound work ethic
• Operating knowledge of basic custodial equipment
• Ability to safely measure and mix chemicals

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Disinfect, rinse, dust, sweep, mop, graffiti removal, scrub, buff, and wax entire facility, including, but not limited to, classrooms, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, common areas, offices, cafeteria, gymnasium, media center, locker rooms, auditoriums, stages, and custodial offices and storage areas. Secure interior doors and turn out lights
• Check restroom supplies and supply/replace supplies (toilet tissue, hand towels, soap, deodorizers, etc.) as needed
• Inspect facility and grounds for safety issues and debris
• Notify head custodian or administrator of hazardous or harmful situations
• Provide information to parents, facility visitors, and staff
• Assist with staff, public, students, teachers, and community groups authorized to use the building during assigned shift
• Set up/tear down furniture and equipment for special events. Includes setting up, cleaning up, locking/unlocking areas for access, and supporting individuals using building areas
• Change and replace damaged ceiling tiles, light bulbs, and change HVAC filters as scheduled
• Assist with cleaning outside of buildings; remove debris and gravel; clean outside windows, doors, and lighting, and clean exterior building gutters and roof drains
• Submit work order requests for building repairs
• Remove trash/debris from facility and grounds
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks
• Bring flag indoors in the evening, if applicable
• Provide clean-up for "body spills"
• Perform special cleaning and renovation projects
• Perform seasonal, summer, and project cleaning as planned and assigned by Head Custodian and Custodial Foreman
• Safely measure and mix chemicals
• Respond to emergency or critical incidents in order to confine, resolve, and/or prevent environmentally hazardous conditions
• Safely and proficiently operate large cleaning equipment

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian, Principal, or Custodial Foreman
• Be willing to cover Head Custodian position

THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Every facilities employee must be able to pass a lift test required by the District. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In a 7.5-hour workday, this job requires:
R – Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O – Occasionally (.5 – 2.5 hrs per day)
F – Frequently (2.5 – 5.5 hrs per day) C – Continually (5.5-7.5 hrs per day)
NA – Not Applicable

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sitting Occasionally

Stationary Standing Occasionally

Walking (level surface) Continually

Walking (uneven surface) Occasionally

Crawling Occasionally

Crouching (bend at knees) Frequently

Stooping (bend at waist) Frequently

Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Frequently

Turn/Pivot Frequently

Climbing (stairs) Occasionally

Climbing (ladder) Occasionally

Reaching overhead Frequently

Reaching extension Frequently

Repetitive use arms Continually

Repetitive use wrists Continually

Repetitive use hands grasping Continually

Repetitive use hands squeezing Continually

Fine manipulation Occasionally

Using foot control Occasionally

*Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 100 lbs. Occasionaly

Lifting
Maximum weight: 100 lbs. Occasionaly

Carrying
Maximum weight: 75 lbs. Occasionaly

WORKING CONDITIONS

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but a custodian may be exposed to very loud noises that can damage hearing without proper protection. The Custodian may work inside and outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. The Custodian may be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells. He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose, and skin from irritation and infection. Regularly exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts and serious injuries and risk of electrical shock while performing work using power tools

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, [e-mail], Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, [phone]. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at [phone], [e-mail]; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1,AC-R-2, AC-E-1,AC-E-2, AC-E-3).

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