CLASSIFIED_Night Custodian

Gretna Public Schools

Gretna (NE)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full family health insurance premium paid

Additional benefits available

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time Night Custodian to manage cleaning duties throughout the school year. Responsibilities include servicing restrooms, cleaning floors, and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the building. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and custodial experience, with an emphasis on dependable attendance. Benefits include full health insurance coverage for employees. This position is available immediately and requires an unrestricted driver’s license.

Qualifications

Must maintain an unrestricted motor vehicle operator’s license.
Custodial and maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
Gather and empty trash.
Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.

Skills

Dependable attendance

Cleaning and maintenance skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

CLASSIFIED Night Custodian

Gretna Public Schools District Wide - Gretna, Nebraska

Job Details

Job ID: 4977884
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Dec 02, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This opening is for a full time night custodian during the school year. Work times will shift to daytime during the summer months and adjust back to night time hours at the start of the following school year.

Full family health insurance premium paid by district for all full time employees.

Additional Benefits are available.

Job Title: Custodian

Department: Custodial/Maintenance

Education Level and Certification: High school degree or GED. Custodial and maintenance experience preferred. Must maintain at all times during employment an unrestricted motor vehicle operator’s license and a satisfactory driving record that meets requirements of Board policy.

Reports To: Head Custodian.

Performance Responsibilities and Job Tasks

Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
Gather and empty trash.
Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
Notify supervisors concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets, meetings, assemblies, athletic events, and plays.
Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals.
Clean equipment, such as glassware and metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Drive vehicles to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand and power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.
Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
Serve as a role model to all students.
Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

At-Will Position. This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of the Custodian position include: (1) regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which require effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements.

Physical Requirements

Custodian

E = Essential

NE = Non-Essential

Stamina

1. Sitting

2. Walking

3. Standing

4. Sprinting/Running

Flexibility

5. Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person

6. Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person

7. Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling

8. Reaching above the head

9. Reaching forward

10. Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.)

Activities

11. Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.)

12. Hand/grip strength

13. Driving on the job

14. Typing non-stop

Use of Arms and Hands

15. Manual dexterity (using a wrench or screwing a lid on a jar)

16. Finger dexterity (typing or putting a nut on a bolt)

Lifting Requirements

17. Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

Waist to shoulder

Shoulder to overhead

18. Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

Waist to shoulder

Shoulder to overhead

19. Lifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

Waist to shoulder

Shoulder to overhead

20. Lifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

Waist to shoulder

Shoulder to overhead

21. Lifting 76 plus pounds (Mark all that apply)

Floor to waist

Waist to shoulder

Shoulder to overhead

22. Can load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads?

Pushing/Pulling

23. 25 to 50 pounds

24. 51 to 75 pounds

25. 76 to 90 pounds

26. Over 90 pounds

Carrying

27. 10 to 25 pounds

28. 26 to 50 pounds

29. 51 to 75 pounds

30. 76 to 90 pounds

31. Over 90 pounds

It is the policy of Gretna Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.

Position Type: Full-Time

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