Custodian

Southeast Polk Community School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

SOUTHEAST POLK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Custodian for an evening shift (4:00pm–9:00pm, Monday–Friday) to perform basic custodial tasks in school facilities. The role includes sweeping, mopping, cleaning restrooms, and securing buildings, with responsibilities varying by season and activity usage.

Responsibilities emphasize safety, proper chemical handling, inventory management, and assisting with special events while maintaining professional conduct and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math skills to determine weight, volume, distance.
• Able to read, write, and interpret rules, reports, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate clearly in speech and writing.
• Must prioritize, organize, and complete assigned work.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Must recognize problems, determine causes, and take action.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties in assigned buildings, including cleaning classrooms and restrooms, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstery, draperies with vacuums or shampooers.
• Move and arrange furniture; set up chairs and tables for events.
• Restock disposables and inventory, assist with supplies procurement.
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities, follow safety guidelines and policies.
• Interact courteously with staff, students, and public.
• Attend in-service training and meetings as directed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Time management

Independence / teamwork

Problem recognition

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
  
• Date Posted:
  7/27/2026
  
• Date Available:
  As Soon As Possible
  

SOUTHEAST POLK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Description

Job Title: Custodian

Hours: 4:00pm-9:00pm M-F

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, such as addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to determine weight, volume and distance.
• Ability to read write and interpret rules, reports and procedure manuals as required when performing assignments.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking to others so they will understand both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals.
• Ability to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action for resolution.
• Ability to take direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Basic knowledge required to identify building conditions and/or chemicals which could be hazardous.
• Knowledge of how to safely use, post notice, and dispose of chemicals.
• Ability to perceive identification numbers marked on material; read and understand numbers and volumes; and transcribe numbers.
• Knowledge of the basic techniques of floor maintenance, including carpet, tile, and terrazzo.
• Knowledge in wall and window surface maintenance is preferred.
• Experience in school custodian department or related experience.
• First aid certificate.
• Knowledge of fire and safety codes.

Reports to:

Director of Buildings and Grounds with work direction/input provided by Building Administrator.

Job Goal:

This position is responsible for performing custodial work in assigned buildings. Responsibilities may include sweeping and mopping floors; emptying garbage; cleaning classrooms, restrooms, and hallways, and securing the building. The professional responsibilities as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the department.

Performance Responsibilities:

Duties may vary by season, grade-level and activity usage.

• Cleans and preserve designated spaces, equipment, etc., in assigned buildings so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors, using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbers.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Wash window, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Move and arrange furniture as required.
• Remove debris from driveways, garages, bus loading areas, and entrances to buildings.
• Set and take down lunch tables.
• Set up chairs for special events.
• Moves cafeteria tables within the building for special events.
• Raise and lower flag at beginning and end of day when applicable.
• Fill in for other shift custodial absence as required by Administration.
• Makes recommendations to improve service and ensure more efficient operation.
• Examines building and reports the needs for repairs of failed equipment.
• Request repair work as discovered and report needs immediately for maintenance.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and neat.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs as needed.
• Follows the chain of command as required.
• Restock disposable items and provide inventory usage and data.
• Requests supplies and equipment to complete required cleaning.
• Assist visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building and in obtaining and setting up equipment.
• Reports to work each day neat and clean.
• Works in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to get along with a great variety of people.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Manages ones' own time efficiently and the time of others.
• Attend in-service training and school meetings as directed.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, attendance and safety.
• Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and fold dried items.
• Maintains good public relations with students, parents, faculty and community.

Physical Demands:

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• Must be able to work with interruptions frequently during a work shift.
• Must be capable of walking/standing constantly.
• Must be capable occasionally of lifting up to 50 pounds to waist level.
• Must be capable of carrying 40 pounds up 13 steps as many as 50 times per month.
• Must be capable occasionally of carrying 25 pounds at waist level for a distance of 100 feet.
• Must be capable occasionally of using 10 pounds-force to fold, then pushing cafeteria tables up to 50 feet.
• Must be capable occasionally of climbing 8 steps of a portable ladder.
• Must be capable occasionally of climbing 12 steps of a fixed ladder and setting foot on roof.
• Must be capable occasionally of pushing 50 pounds-force to relocate portable inside bleachers.
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