2nd Shift Custodian at Ames High School

Ames CSD; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

PTO & holidays

IPERS retirement

Job summary

Ames Community School District's Ames High School in Ames, IA is hiring a 2nd Shift Custodian. The position offers a 3:30pm to midnight schedule, Monday through Friday, with a 12-month contract.

You will clean and maintain rooms, assist events, secure the building, use work orders systems, and communicate via radio and phone. The district provides benefits including health, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, holidays, IPERS, and retirement.

Qualifications

• Ability to frequently lift, bend, shovel, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains assigned rooms throughout the building.
• Assists in preparing the facility for events.
• Secures the building and performs lock-up duties.
• Utilizes computers to enter work orders, manage email, and submit timesheets and absences.
• Communicates with staff and community members using a two-way radio and cell phone.
• Maintains building grounds during winter conditions through snow removal and ice mitigation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Job description

2nd Shift Custodian at Ames High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5905930

Application Deadline: Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Welcome to Ames Community School District, where we are more than just a workplace. We are a community dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. As a member of Ames CSD, you'll enjoy competitive pay and access to a wide range of employee discount programs. You'll also be part of an organization that values individuals for who they are and encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect. We offer modern, well-equipped facilities, newly built and thoughtfully renovated, to ensure you have the tools and environment needed to thrive in your role. Join us at Ames CSD, where your strengths are celebrated, your potential is nurtured, and you're surrounded by a community that champions your success.

WorkSchedule:3:30pm-12:00am, Monday - Friday; 12-month position (year-round)
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Cleans and maintains assigned rooms throughout the building.
• Assists in preparing the facility for events.
• Secures the building and performs lock-up duties.
• Utilizes computers to enter work orders, manage email, and submit timesheets and absences.
• Communicates with staff and community members using a two-way radio and cell phone.
• Maintains building grounds during winter conditions through snow removal and ice mitigation.

Qualifications:

• Ability to frequently lift, bend, shovel, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs. such as furniture, trash, and bags of ice melt.
• Effectivelycommunicates both verbally and in writing.

Compensation:$17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Paid holidays (11), vacation, sick leave
• IPERS Retirement

Location:Ames, IA; Story County, IA
Choosing the Ames Community School District isn't just about a job. It's about becoming part of a vibrant and close-knit community, nestled in the heart of Iowa. With its small-town charm and big-city amenities, Ames offers a unique blend of contentment and excitement. As a college town, opportunities to engage and get involved abound, whether it's through cultural events, educational pursuits, or community initiatives. At Ames, you're not just joining a workplace; you're becoming a valued member of a community driven by communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Come be a part of the Ames CSD, where both your professional and personal aspirations can thrive.

Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.

To learn more about the Ames Community School District, visit our websites:

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Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

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Contact Information

• Sharday Grove
• 2005 24th St
• Ames, Iowa 50010
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