Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper at Centennial School District

CENTENNIAL SD 28J; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Centennial School District 28J seeks a Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper to support maintenance across multiple district buildings in Portland. The role is on-site with a flexible schedule, including early mornings and evenings, and pays $21.29 to $29.47 per hour.

Starting immediately, the position reports to the Facilities team and requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and insurability. Benefits include medical and dental coverage for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and follow oral/written instructions.
• Flexible on-call schedule and on-site availability as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school buildings and grounds under supervision.
• Clean premises to maintain a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.
• Mow, edge, trim shrubs, and maintain landscaping.
• Perform minor repairs and handle emergencies as needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Stamina for prolonged periods

On-call flexibility

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper at Centennial School District

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This job is also posted in Centennial School District 28J

Job Details

Job ID: 5938214

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper

LOCATION: Various School District Buildings - Maintenance Department

HOURS: Varies/On Call as Needed (6am - 11pm)

WAGES: $21.29 - $29.47 per hour Range D of Classified Scale

BENEFITS: Eligible for Medical and Dental

START DATE: Immediately

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 30, 2026 or until filled

JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT/S: The position of Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper is for the purpose/s of providing students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient place in which to learn, play, and develop. The Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper assists the head custodians/maintenance in maintaining an attractive, sanitary, and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities, and events; while minimizing property damage, loss, and liability exposure. The Cover Custodian/Grounds Keeper position requires a flexible schedule, which may vary daily.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain school buildings and grounds under the direction of the Facilities Assistant Director for Environmental Safety & Sanitation.
• Clean building premises and school facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.
• Wash or scrub walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, fixtures, windows, and mirrors, using hand or power equipment.
• Sweep and dust.
• Prepare surfaces for varnish, paint, wax, and/or polish.
• Minor repairs of equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Remove broken glass and repair windows.
• Mow and edge and rake grass, using power or hand tools.
• Trim shrubs and trees, using power and hand tools.
• Water lawns, shrubs, trees, and move and store hoses.
• Shovel snow and clear ice from entrances, when needed.
• Plant shrubs and maintain flower beds, as needed.
• Replace/Repair door hardware and outside lighting.
• Communicate effectively, both written and orally, with all building personnel, students and parents.
• Understand and follow District policies and regulations relating to area of responsibilities.
• Must be available on short notice at early hours or late hours to cover shifts as needed. Must be regularly available to work into the evening as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Handle minor emergencies such as cleaning up after sick people, tripped fire alarms, tripped electrical fuses, shorted bells, locked doors, jammed pencil sharpeners, broken glass, etc.
• Keep records relative to the job.
• Maintain playground equipment.
• Assist in the general security and fire safety of facilities and grounds.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Repair furniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS – QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience Preferred: Prior job related experience, preferably in a school setting.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
• Skills to use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents.
• Knowledge of methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment and supplies, safe work practices, District policies and regulations.
• Abilities to stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, understand and execute oral and written instructions. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling, fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation.
• Ability to speak a second language preferred.
• Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Schedule: The ability to work on a variable schedule as needed. This an at-will on-call position.
• Licenses, Bonding and/or Testing Required: Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability; Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board. This position is not represented by the classified employees union.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

Position Type: Part Time

Salary: $21.29 to $29.47 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Joseph Brown , Facilities Assistant Director for Environmental Safety & Sanitation
• Maintenance
• Email: [e-mail]