Custodian

Salt-Lake-City-School-District; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The Salt Lake City School District is seeking a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming school environment at South Salt Lake facilities. The role includes preparing spaces for daily activities, supporting meetings, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across classrooms and offices.

Qualifications include at least one year of related experience, English proficiency, and willingness to work in a K-12 setting.

Qualifications

• One year of job-related experience.
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Speak, read, write, present professionally, analyze, understand, and interpret written and verbal communications in English.
• Preferred: experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s license and evidence of insurability.
• Experience following safety practices and procedures, including industrial cleaning methods, Team Cleaning, IPM, and Green Cleaning concepts.
• Spanish or other language proficiency, including read/write/speak/understand.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and data-based software.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned school facilities to maintain a sanitary, healthy, safe, and attractive environment.
• Prepare facility for daily operations and ensure occupancy readiness.
• Arrange furnishings for meetings, classroom activities, and events.
• Assist the Head Custodian with snow removal.
• Assist the Head Custodian in maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Participate in meetings and training to receive information on procedures.
• Repair minor furniture and equipment to keep items safe and available.
• Respond to safety and operational concerns to resolve issues.
• Secure facilities and grounds to minimize property damage and liability.
• Substitute for the Head Custodian when needed.
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups while preserving confidentiality.
• Work under limited supervision and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Support a team environment and collaborate with other units.
• Adapt to changing priorities with interruptions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Perform other duties to ensure efficient operation.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

One year experience

English proficiency

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data-based software

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5954034

Application Deadline: Nov 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Work Calendar: 242 Days

FTE: 1.0 (40 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Contract

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Reports To: Head Custodian

Starting Wage: $34,131 annually

Salary Schedule/Lane: 71/C

Benefits: Eligible

Anticipated Start Date:11/02/2026

Priority Screen Date:10/18/2026

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Two Positions Available

Multiple Vacancies, Position Open Until Filled

This position is currently located at Highland and West , but may be assigned to other district locations based on departmental needs.

JOB SUMMARY

The Custodian maintains an attractive, sanitary, and safe facility for students, staff, and the public, provides equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities, and events, and minimizes property damage, loss, and liability exposure.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year of job-related experience
• Must be 18 years old or older
• Speak, read, write, present professionally, analyze, understand, and interpret written and verbal communications in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license and evidence of insurability
• Experience following safety practices and procedures, including industrial cleaning methods, Team Cleaning, Integrated Pest Management (I.P.M.), and Green Cleaning concepts
• Spanish or other language proficiency, includingthe ability to read, write, speak, and understand
• Basic experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) and experience using data-based software

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean assigned school facilities (e.g., classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) to maintain a sanitary, healthy, safe, and attractive environment while utilizing industrial cleaning methods, team cleaning, I.P.M., and Green Cleaning concepts and cleaning tools such as Protexus Electrostatic sprayers with Pathosans cleaner
• Prepare facility for daily operations (e.g., opening gates, building access doors, disarming security systems, raising flags, crosswalk signs, minor repairs, etc.) to ensure facilities are operational and safe for occupancy
• Arrange furnishings and equipment to provide adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities, and events
• Assist the Head Custodian with snow removal to maintain a safe environment
• Assist the Head Custodian in maintaining supplies and equipment (e.g., cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) to maintain a sanitary, healthy, safe, and attractive environment
• Participate in meetings and training (e.g., bloodborne pathogens, cleaning solvents, floor care, first aid, etc.) to receive information on current or updated procedures
• Repair minor furniture and equipment damage to ensure that items are available and in safe working condition
• Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, injured and ill students, alarms, etc.) to take appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintain a functioning educational environment
• Secure facilities and grounds to minimize property damage, equipment loss, and potential liability to the district
• Substitute for the Head Custodian as needed when Assistant Head Custodians are not available to provide coverage that supports efficient department operations
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with diverse groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and positive working relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and other district employees
• Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information, and meeting deadlines
• Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the position
• Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
• As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact usat Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

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No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services, and employment, including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations, and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, [phone] You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, [phone].

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $34,131 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 406 E 100 S
• Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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