Custodian

Montrose County School District RE-1J; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Custodian - Evening Shift at Olathe Middle/High School is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe school environment according to a predetermined schedule. The role includes routine cleaning tasks and minor maintenance as needed, with 260 work days per year.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and about six months of experience in building care. Evening shift hours may vary; position is non-exempt and supervised by the Building Principal/Custodial Manager.

Qualifications

• Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Safe working practices and procedures.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, strip, wax, and seal floors.
• Vacuum rugs and carpets.
• Dust, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork.
• Clean restrooms, locker rooms, and showers.
• Move and arrange furniture for events.

Skills

Basic cleaning methods

Safe working practices

Follow directions

Cooperative work relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian


• Date Posted: 9/25/2026


• Location: Olathe Middle/High School


• Date Available: As Soon As Possible


• Closing Date: 10/09/2026

Position Title

Custodian - Evening Shift(summer hours may vary)

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Direct Supervisor

Building Principal/Custodial Manager

Site

Olathe Middle/High School

Work Calendar

Custodian Maintenance - 260 days

Salary

Custodian (range $19.06- $22.45/hour – based on related experience and the 26/27 salary schedules)

Start Date

As soon as possible

District Summary

Nestled within Colorado's gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado with a great focus on STEM including the arts. Which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work).

Benefits

At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development and advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs and incentives.

Summary of Position

Under supervision, to maintain an assigned school facility, group of buildings, or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner following a predetermined schedule; and to do other related work as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, strip, wax, and seal floors.


• Vacuum rugs and carpets.


• Dust, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork.


• Empty and clean waste receptacles, including trash barrels.


• Cleans restrooms, locker rooms, and showers.


• Wash windows and walls, polish metalwork and clean dry erase and chalkboards.


• Move and arrange furniture and equipment in preparing multipurpose rooms or classrooms for special events or meetings.


• Replace light bulbs and lighting tubes.


• Clean window coverings, such as drapes and blinds.


• Remove paper and other debris from school grounds, walk areas, and the areas adjacent to the school facilities.


• Sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to the school buildings.


• Perform emergency cleanup service resulting from breakage, vandalism, spilling, and illness.


• May raise and lower flags, and lock and unlock gates and doors, and set security systems.


• Assist in receiving and distributing supplies and equipment.


• May perform minor maintenance tasks in keeping assigned areas safe and operational.


• May occasionally perform routine ground maintenance functions.


• Assist in reporting and preventing facility vandalism.

Education

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

• Six months of experience involved with the care and cleaning of buildings and facilities.

Knowledge of and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques


• Cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment


• Safe working methods and procedures

Ability to:

• Perform moderately medium to heavy manual activities


• Efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment


• Understand and carry out oral and written directions


• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Physical Requirements

• Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 75 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.


• Must have an adequate range of motion in the upper extremities.


• This type of work may involve ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps, and will involve moving or a stationary position for extended periods.


• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.


• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.