Custodial - General Class 3 [CU05]

MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

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Job summary

MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is seeking a General Custodian for a 5:30am–1:30pm, Monday–Friday shift. This GCL-3 position offers 8 hours per day under a Custodial-260 Day salary schedule with a starting wage of $16.52 per hour and benefits.

The role ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students and staff, with year-round responsibilities. The incumbent will perform cleaning, site maintenance, and safety-related tasks, and may assist with ordering supplies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Bilingual language skills preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Cleans and inspects facilities to maintain a sanitary, safe environment.
• Plan, prioritize, and schedule custodial staff; respond to inquiries.
• Monitor building systems; respond to safety concerns after hours.
• Prepare site for activities; set up chairs, stages, etc.
• Perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment, etc.
• Prepare site for daily operations, open gates, remove snow.
• Perimeter checks; secure doors, windows, and alarms.
• Assist with ordering supplies and delivering to locations.
• Assist with training; planning, directing work; evaluations.
• Participate in meetings/trainings to perform job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English language skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Bilingual language skills preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

No experience required

Experience preferred in custodial services and/or facilities maintenance

Tools

Custodial cleaning equipment

Office productivity software

Basic hand tools

Job description

Laramie County School District 1 MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Cheyenne, Wyoming Open in Google Maps

Custodial - General Class 3 [CU05]

Laramie County School District 1 MEADOWLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Cheyenne, Wyoming Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Laramie County School District 1

Job Details

Job ID: 5945517

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

GCL-3

5:30am - 1:30pm shift

8 HOURS/DAY

Monday-Friday

Grade G: $16.52/hour

+ benefits

Job Title: General Custodian

Revised Date: May 2020

Department: Custodial Services

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Year: 12 months

Salary Schedule: Custodial-260 Day

SUMMARY: Performs custodial services at assigned site to ensure an attractive, sanitary, safe, and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. Duties include cleaning, preparing, inspecting, and maintaining facilities and grounds; monitoring building systems; and responding to immediate safety and/or operational concerns.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Cleans and inspects assigned facilities and grounds, including classrooms, offices, gyms, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc., to maintain a sanitary, safe, and attractive educational environment. Uses proper personnel protective equipment as deemed necessary by the product manufacturer. Replenishes daily use classroom and rest room supplies, such as paper towels, soap, etc.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 30%
• 2. Consults with administrative personnel to plan, prioritize, and schedule custodial staff for daily activities and special events. Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors and takes appropriate action. Monitors students and staff in and around work areas to prevent injuries and ensure site safety.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 10%
• 3. Monitors building systems and responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns during and after standard hours. Duties include checking boilers to ensure they are working in a safe manner, identifying/reporting facility damage and vandalism, monitoring and responding to alarms, etc. Takes appropriate action, notifies appropriate personnel for resolution, and supports site maintenance staff as needed.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 10%
• 4. Prepares the school and/or grounds for activities and special events, including setting up chairs, stages, backdrops, bleachers, etc.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 10%
• 5. Performs minor, job‑related maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture, and fixtures (e.g., change vacuum belts, vacuum bags, replace light bulbs, repair minor plumbing problems, etc.). Transports required tools, equipment, supplies, and materials to the required site within the building/grounds.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 10%
• 6. Prepares site for daily operations, including opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkways, etc. and removing snow from main entries, steps, doorways and entry sidewalks.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 5%
• 7. Performs daily perimeter checks of facilities and grounds, including securing doors, windows, and gates; activating/deactivating alarm systems; turning on/off lights; etc.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 5%
• 8. Assists with ordering custodial supplies and maintaining equipment. Delivers supplies, equipment, mail, packages, furniture, etc. to appropriate parties and/or storage locations within the building.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 5%
• 9. Assists with training; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and providing input into performance appraisals of Sub Custodians and Student Sweepers.
  Frequency: D % of Time: 5%
• 10. Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars to gather and convey information required to perform job functions.
  Frequency: A % of Time: 5%
• 11. Performs other duties as assigned
  Frequency: Ongoing % of Time: 5%

TOTAL = 100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent

No experience required

Experience preferred in custodial services and/or facilities maintenance

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

Criminal background check required for hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

English language skills

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Basic math skills

Bilingual language skills preferred

Attention to detail

Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting

Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures

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/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals; typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.; and office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc. preferred at hire; required within 3 months after hire

Operating knowledge of custodial cleaning equipment preferred at hire; required within 3 months after hire

Operating knowledge of basic hand tools preferred at hire

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

Reports to: Head Custodian and Custodial Supervisor

Direct reports:
Sub Custodian (for general custodian role) 1-3
Student Sweeper 1-2
Assists with training; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and providing input into performance appraisals.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

Assists with initiating requisitions for supplies to maintain needed inventory.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions 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.

Position Type: See Job Description
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Hannah Nicholson , Custodial Supervisor
• CUSTODIAL SERVICES
• Phone: [phone]

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