ASSISTANT FACILITY MANAGER IV

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health and wellness benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Custodian Level I–IV to supervise custodial staff, coordinate with school staff, and maintain secure, clean facilities. The role includes floor care, chemical handling, minor repairs, grounds work, and event setup within Denver area schools.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be 18+, pass a reading test, and complete district training within 90 days of start. Denver Public Schools is committed to equity and student safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 18+; passing reading test; district training within 90 days of start.
• Commitment to equity and ensuring all students have access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodial staff and assign tasks across multiple sites.
• Coordinate with school staff, students and community for District Success Factors.
• Maintain facility security by locking doors and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, cafeterias and common areas.
• Perform floor care: sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming and polishing.
• Safely handle chemicals and power equipment; remove graffiti and gum.
• Inspect equipment and perform minor repairs; maintain building systems and fixtures.
• Assist with grounds work and pool maintenance per safety codes.
• Move and arrange furniture; prepare spaces for events.
• Provide supervision and training to custodial staff; support Facility Manager when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ years old

Reading test score requirement

Job description

Job Description

** Applications will be received until September 3rd. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org .

Monday-Friday: 1:20pm-10:00pm

About This Job

Supervises the repair and maintenance of facility, systems and grounds with consideration to staff and student security and safety so that facility is operational.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• $26.39. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

What You'll Do

• Assistant Custodian Level I – IV is determined by assignment type (e.g., elementary, combined site, high school, multi-site) and Facility Management
• Communicate and coordinate with school staff, students, and community members in alignment with District Success Factors
• Maintain facility security by locking doors, windows, and gates; report unsafe conditions or needed repairs
• Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, drinking fountains, cafeterias, and other facility areas; gather and dispose of trash
• Perform floor care including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, shampooing, stripping, sealing, and polishing
• Safely use chemicals and power equipment; remove graffiti, gum, and other markings, applying protective coatings as needed
• Inspect and clean equipment, air vents, and filters; perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs to building systems, furniture, and fixtures
• Conduct a variety of grounds work and assist with pool maintenance in compliance with district and safety codes
• Move and assemble furniture, distribute supplies, and prepare spaces for scheduled events or activities
• Supervise, assign, and train custodial staff; support or act in place of the Facility Manager when required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent. Eighteen years or older. Passing score (8th grade and above) on reading test. Completion of District specific training or equivalent required for all levels. Must successfully complete District new employee training within 90 days of start date.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demand s of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.