Custodian -

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community School District is seeking a Custodian at North High School for an 8-hour shift. New Hire: Entry Level Rate $18.17/hr.

Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit. Responsibilities include dusting, wet mopping, deep cleaning, trash removal, snow removal, minor grounds work, lawn mowing, delivering supplies, maintaining equipment, and reporting maintenance needs to Head and Lead custodians.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as a successful member of a team.
• Ability to be flexible and have a positive work ethic.
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks on a schedule.

Responsibilities

• Dusts horizontal surfaces, clocks, overhead screens, and blinds
• Wet mopping of floors, spot cleaning of carpets and hard flooring
• Assists with deep cleaning during break periods—stripping, scrub & recoat, carpet extraction, cleaning restrooms, glass, and furniture
• Trash removal
• Removes snow
• Minor grounds keeping
• Lawn mowing
• Assists with delivery of supplies
• Properly maintains equipment
• Reports maintenance issues to Head and Lead custodians
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must work days during summer

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible work ethic

Follow instructions

Multitask scheduling

Job description

Custodian - JobID: 12824

• Position Type: Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 8/17/2026
• Location: North High School

CUSTODIAN - 8 hrs/day

NORTH HIGH

INTERNAL BIDS THRU 8/24/26 @ 4:00 PM.

New Hire: Entry Level Rate $18.17/hr. Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit.

Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

• Dusts horizontal surfaces, clocks, overhead screens, and blinds
• Wet mopping of floors, spot cleaning of carpets and hard flooring
• Assists with deep cleaning during break periods—stripping, scrub & recoat, carpet extraction, cleaning restrooms, glass, and furniture
• Trash removal
• Removes snow
• Minor grounds keeping
• Lawn mowing
• Assists with delivery of supplies
• Properly maintains equipment
• Reports maintenance issues to Head and Lead custodians
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must work days during summer

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)

Ability to lift & carry up to 56 lb.

Ability to climb up to an 8-ft ladder and perform custodial task ie; cleaning light fixture.

Ability to climb steps and work on uneven ground

In addition to these specific qualifications this person must meet all the general qualifications as listed in the custodian job description of the Davenport Community School District.

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Ability to work as a successful member of a team
• Ability to be flexible and have a positive work ethic
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform multiple tasks on a schedule

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Postings current as of 8/18/2026 11:35:42 PM CST.