Custodian

Archdiocese of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Omaha’s St. Bernard School is seeking a reliable custodial worker to perform essential cleaning and maintenance tasks. The part-time position involves cleaning classrooms, bathrooms, and public spaces, handling equipment, and assisting with events.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, good communication and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. Safe Environment Training and Background Check are required, along with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills.
• General cleaning knowledge and ability to follow custodial procedures.
• Must pass Safe Environment Training and Background Check required by the Archdiocese of Omaha.
• Ability to lift items weighing 50–100 lbs and read technical manuals/drawings.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily cleaning activities across classrooms, bathrooms, and public spaces on a weekly schedule.
• Maintain, service, clean and store custodial equipment properly.
• Complete regular custodial tasks and respond to facilities requests promptly.
• Assist with occasional heavy lifting and event setup/takedown as needed.
• Coordinate with team during renovations and deep cleaning in summer break.
• Report issues to Principal and Pastor and document progress.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Background check

Lifting 50–100 lbs

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

Name of Facility: St. Bernard School
Address: 3604 North 65th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68104

Submitted By

Name: Roseanne Williby
Email: [e-mail]

Description

Department: School
Reports to: Pastor and Principal

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain necessary daily cleaning activities, such as dusting, mopping, trash removal, etc., of all classrooms, bathrooms, and public spaces throughout the building on a weekly scheduled basis
• Maintain, service, clean and properly store equipment
• Complete regular custodial tasks and specific facilities requests in a timely and efficient manner
• Undertake occasional custodial tasks (shoveling snow from the sidewalk, lifting heavy items, moving chairs and tables, etc.)
• Periodic setup/take down for School and/or Parish events (tarping gym floor and setting tables/chairs and A/V Equipment, etc.)
• Collaborate with a team of workers and other professionals during any renovations and coordinate the deep cleaning of the school during the summer break
• Report to Principal and/or Pastor regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress
• Other duties as assigned by Principal and/or Pastor

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication, time management and problem-solving skills
• General construction, prior facilities maintenance, or other similar positions, ideally in a school setting, preferred
• Basic working knowledge of custodial work
• Familiarity with common cleaning products and equipment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to regularly lift items that are 50-100 lbs.
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings
• Must pass Safe Environment Training and Background Check provided by the Archdiocese of Omaha
• Valid driver's license

Education and Experience

St. Bernard School is looking for a reliable, skilled custodial worker to perform essential upkeep tasks throughout our facility. In this part-time position, you will be responsible for a wide variety of activities such as cleaning to ensure that our facilities are functional, safe, and attractive. Being reliable and self‑motivated with a keen eye for detail is essential, as the ideal candidate will have good work experience and common‑sense knowledge. You should have the manual dexterity and physical stamina necessary for this work.

Application Instructions

Send your resume with your work experience and 2 references to:
Dr. Roseanne Williby
[e-mail]
school phone: [phone]