Custodian

Vallivue School District; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Sick leave

Leave benefits

Credit reimbursement

Job summary

Vallivue School District in Caldwell, Idaho, is seeking a dedicated Custodian at Vallivue High School to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for students and staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, experience in plant operation and maintenance, and the ability to perform physically demanding cleaning duties and minor repairs. You will work under supervision with the Custodian Supervisor and Night Shift Head Custodian.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in plant operation and maintenance as determined by the Board in cleaning, repairs, and safety.
• Familiar with MSDS and asbestos abatement documents.
• Ability to perform lengthy standing, walking, climbing, lifting up to 90 pounds, and use of cleaning equipment.
• Willingness to perform general cleaning and minor repairs; self-motivated.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; maintain confidentiality with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities and ready them for use; open/close building and secure doors/windows.
• Maintain HVAC operation for appropriate temperatures and efficiency.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and report major issues promptly to supervisor.
• Move and arrange furniture as needed and clean classrooms, offices, library, and common areas.
• Clean and sanitize fixtures, bathrooms, cafeteria, and windows; replenish supplies.
• Maintain grounds: clean sidewalks, driveways, and play areas; perform seasonal tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork with staff and students

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location: Vallivue High School

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or General Education Degree

Minimum experience as determined by the Board in plant operation and maintenance, cleaning methods and procedures, repairs, security, heating and ventilation, care of carpet, cleaning, housekeeping, and proper handling of hazardous materials

Is familiar with material safety data sheets and asbestos abatement documents

Ability to perform long periods of standing; walking; climbing; stooping; kneeling; bending and twisting at the neck and trunk; moving of furniture; pushing/pulling items such as tables, bleachers, and scrubbing machines; frequent lifting of objects weighing up to fifty pounds and occasionally move objects weighing up to ninety pounds; and climbing ladders

Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, to reach above the head and reach forward, to grasp tools

Ability and willingness to do general cleaning and minor repairs

Self-motivated

Works well under pressure and deadlines

Works well with students and staff

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO

Custodian Supervisor and/or Night Shift Head Custodian

JOB SUMMARY

To provide students and staff with a safe, clean, and comfortable school environment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspecting Facilities and Readying them for Use

Open and close the building each day and determine, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all appropriate lights are turned off

Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy

Operate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity

Conduct an ongoing program of general and preventative maintenance, upkeep, and repair, making minor repairs and reporting major repair needs, unsafe situation, vandalism, or other damage to school property promptly to the maintenance and grounds supervisor or night shift head custodian

Move furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities and as directed

Other Building Maintenance

Clean classrooms, offices, the library, and the faculty room daily including dust mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and emptying waste baskets in these areas

Clean corridors after each school day, and during the day when their condition requires it

Clean and sanitize bathroom and locker room fixtures and floors daily, and replenish paper and soap supplies as needed

Clean and sanitize all fixtures including telephones, door handles, and drinking fountains daily

Clean the cafeteria dining areas after use

Clean all windows on both the inside and outside as scheduled

Identify maintenance problems and report larger problems to the appropriate person in a timely manner

Keep maintenance closets in a clean and tidy condition

Use supplies and chemicals properly and safely according to instructions on the labels of the manufacturer's containers

Grounds maintenance

Keep the building premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times

Shovel, plow, salt, and sweep sidewalks, steps, driveways, and parking areas as necessary

Display the U.S. flag during school hours on days when school is in session

Perform grounds-keeping chores including grass cutting, tree trimming, leaf raking, and removal of litter

Perform summer work to include such tasks as cleaning out rain gutters and painting

Other

Communicate information and needed repairs to staff working the following shift for further follow up or repair

Obey all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to plant operation, fire, safety, and environment

Comply with all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to the storage and disposal of recyclables, trash, waste, and debris

Maintain and prepare work related records and reports as directed

Inform the maintenance and grounds supervisor or night shift head custodian of replacements in advance of need

Keep maintenance closets in a clean and tidy condition

May be required to wear a standard uniform selected by the district for security purposes

Remain on school premises for entire shift

Keep an inventory of supplies and equipment and inform the maintenance and grounds supervisor or night shift head custodian of replacements in advance of need

Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at inservices

Seek assistance should emergencies arise

Represent the school district in a positive manner

Know and follow school district policy and chain of command

Perform other duties as assigned

BENEFITS:

District benefit package for full time employees working 20+ hours per week:

• Medical/vision/dental insurance
• $30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Unlimited accumulation of sick leave
• Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable)
• Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the maintenance and grounds supervisor and/or building principal in conformance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference:

I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools

I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance