Custodian

Hiawathaschools; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Hiawatha, Kansas is seeking a Custodian to perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and on grounds. The role involves ensuring safety and cleanliness, performing grounds-keeping duties, and assisting in unloading supplies. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in maintenance. This position requires physical ability and occasional travel between schools. Competitive benefits and a supportive environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance is desirable.
• Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds.
• Checks and secures the building at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, restrooms, and other areas.

Skills

Ability to follow oral or written orders

Fluency in English

Basic arithmetic skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent education

Tools

Hand tools

Power cleaning equipment

Job description

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial / Custodian

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors, and others as necessary. Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions

• Checks and secures the building at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti and cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walkways, and spreads sand and ice‑melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds‑keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets, picks up and removes trash, and assists in the recycling program.

Additional Duties

• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower, and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment.
• Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
• Complies with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follows MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and the central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor and coordinate work with the principal and others.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems orally or in writing as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedules set by supervisors.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or sufficient education to perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

FLSA Status

Non‑exempt