Custodian

WESTERN HILLS ELEMENTARY; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

West Des Moines Community Schools is seeking a dependable Custodian at WESTERN HILLS ELEMENTARY in West Des Moines, IA. The role runs 8 hours per day with starting date immediately and a salary of $17.66 per hour. Applicants will be screened after applying; AA/EEO employer. Contact Ryan Nail, Operations Manager, at 515-633-4900 or [e-mail] for more information.

Position type: Full-Time. Location: West Des Moines, Iowa. Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 5:00 PM Central Time.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of performing cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal and restocking supplies.
• Ability to maintain custodial storage areas and report hazards promptly.
• Promote positive relationships with staff, students, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Ensure school facilities are clean and well maintained.
• Monitor facility security by keeping doors and windows shut and locked when appropriate.
• Return all tools to storage area at end of shift and assist in moving furniture/equipment as needed.
• Complete snow removal and lawn care duties as required.
• Participate in professional development and safety trainings.

Job description

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Custodian

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This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs , and West Des Moines Community Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5934842
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Address: 600 39th Street West Des Moines, Iowa

8 hrs/day. Click here to view the job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure are school facilities are clean and well maintained.
• Promote positive relationships with staff, students, supervisors and community members.
• Communicate to Head Custodian or Maintenance/Custodial Manager any changes or concerns regarding job assignments.
• Perform cleaning functions such as trash removal, sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and restocking supplies.
• Adhere to established West Des Moines Community School District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Maintain custodial storage area inventory and organize.
• Custodial storage areas must be secured and locked throughout work shift.
• Monitor and ensure facility security through keeping doors and windows shut and locked when appropriate.
• Return all custodial tools and supplies to a secure custodial storage area at the end of each shift.
• Assist in assigned project work, including refinishing floors and cleaning carpet.
• Respond to requests, which may include setting up/tearing down rooms for meetings or class functions, or athletic events moving furniture/equipment and storing deliveries.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Complete snow removal and lawn care duties as required.
• Promptly report all safety hazards to Head Custodian or Maintenance/Custodial Manager.
• Participate actively in all professional development and safety training.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Complete all trainings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Selection Procedure: Applicants with completed applications will be screened for the interview process. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a call or email from the person involved with the hiring process. You will receive an email notification if you are not selected for an interview.

AA/EEO Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.66 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Ryan Nail , Operations Manager
• OPERATIONS
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]