Custodian

FHLB Des Moines; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy District 20 is seeking a school custodian at Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School. The role includes cleaning classrooms and common areas, setting up for events, and assisting staff and students as needed. Training on SDS and blood-borne pathogens is required within two months of hire.

You will help maintain safe, clean facilities and support safety drills and daily operations for the students and community we serve.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow protocols.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and handle routine maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean facilities, including trash removal, floors, restrooms, and surfaces.
• Set up for regular and special events.
• Assist with safety drills and daily school operations as directed.
• Assist students and staff with items and minor repairs as needed.
• Monitor and report facility discrepancies or needs to supervisor.

Skills

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Cleaning equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning machinery

Job description

Location:Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary SchoolRecruiting Start Date:09/11/2026This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.Estimated Start Date:09/18/2026Responsible for cleaning the facilities, including trash removal, floor cleaning, general cleaning, and sanitizing; sets up for special events; develops and promotes good relations among staff and communityIncumbent must complete training in Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and blood-borne pathogens within two months of hire.The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.Reports consistently for work as scheduledPerforms other duties as assignedAttains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance StandardsAssists in cafeteria and other areas during the workday assignment as directedAssists students and staff with items such as lockers, doors, desks, lights, etc. and performs minor repairs as neededAssists with safety drills, scenarios, and real-life situations as needed and directedAttends training and in-service meetingsCleans hazards, including bodily fluids, spills, etc. per best practices and current regulationsCleans, dusts, and straightens desks; cleans counters, toilets, sinks, whiteboards, cove bases, blinds, walls, furniture, vents, windows, mirrors, carpet, floors, and other items as needed and assignedEnsures facilities are safe and operational for students, staff, and the communityMonitors water, electrical, sewer, HVAC, etc. and assists in emergency shut off as neededMoves, relocates, and transports materials, furniture, and equipment as needed and assignedMows lawns and trims and edges around walks and structures as directedPerforms any duties as assigned associated with building upkeep including painting, and other non-routine maintenance tasksPerforms crossing guard duties as directedProcesses and completes internal work requestsRemoves and disposes of trash in facilities and on groundsRemoves snow and iceReports minor and major building and facility-related discrepancies or areas of needSanitizes rooms and facilities where applicable, including but not limited to restrooms, water fountains, gymnasiums, pools and locker rooms, etc.Sets up for regular and special events as directedVacuums, shampoos, sweeps, strips, buffs, dusts, mops, etc. floors and stairs as neededKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systemsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to manage simultaneous demandsAbility to operate and care for mechanized cleaning equipmentAbility to operate standard custodial equipment, performing a wide range of custodial tasksAbility to recognize safety issues in the workplaceAbility to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilitiesAbility to work independently on assignmentsAbility to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions, as well as the student bodyDemonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthinessDetail-orientedExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of or willingness to learn about cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicalsOrganizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skillsSome knowledge of custodial tasks of facilities, grounds, and equipmentWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors and on school/building grounds.The incumbent may experience exposure to dust, fumes, and chemical cleaners.Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functionsSits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing dutiesHas oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devicesUses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensilsLifts or carries burdens weighing up to 50 lbs., and pushes and/or pulls other burdens weighing 100 lbs.Conducts activities involving climbing, stooping, kneeling/bending, crouching/squatting, crawling, twisting, and reaching utilizing a ladder or a liftWorks with hands above shoulder height with a weight up to 50 lbs.Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalentPreferred Qualifications:Compensation Range:$20.00-21.00Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours per Day:8.0 hour(s) per dayNumber of Days per Year:260 Days M-FBenefits Eligibility:Full-time - RegularFor more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).FLSA Status:United States of America (Non-Exempt)How to Apply:New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:A current resumePlease do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the postingHiring Manager Email:[e-mail]