Custodian District Wide Posting 279

Los Alamos Public Schools

Los Alamos (NM)

On-site

USD 21,059 - 29,994

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays

11 non-contract work days

Job summary

A local educational institution in Los Alamos, NM is seeking a Custodian to perform general custodial maintenance duties. The role involves cleaning facilities, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe working environment. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED, be able to communicate effectively, and complete basic mathematical tasks. The position offers a starting hourly rate of $18.53 and full-time hours across a 249-day work contract with paid holidays.

Responsibilities

Perform custodial maintenance duties including dusting and mopping.
Assist with snow removal during winter months.
Report needs and concerns to appropriate staff.
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Mathematical calculations

Effective communication

Establishing relationships

Securing certifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian District Wide Posting 279

Los Alamos Public Schools LAPS Custodial - Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Job Details

Job ID: 4793678

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Visa sponsorship is not available

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision will perform custodial maintenance duties, including but not limited to dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms. During winter months will be requested to assist with district snow removal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; for positions within on-campus residence halls, responsible for reporting concerns related to on‑campus residents.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Assists in on‑the‑job training of new staff on routine procedures.
Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to read and write English
Perform mathematical calculations as required for the job
Respond to requests and inquiries from building administrators
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to secure required District and State certifications or licenses as requested

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE: Minimum High School Diploma, GED, or One (1) year related work experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret job related materials to perform the required duties
Ability to communicate logically and coherently with co‑workers, staff and District personnel

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Apply basic mathematical concepts to perform required job functions

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions as related to the job duties

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit, walk and stand; have manual and finger dexterity; stoop, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, heights and ladders. The employee is occasionally required to crawl, reach above shoulder level, crouch, kneel, balance, push/pull, and carry. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds with the assistance of another person or appropriate equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds with the assistance of another person or appropriate equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

The information contained in this description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned as reasonably determined by the immediate Supervisor.

$18.53 Starting Hourly rate

1.00 FTE- 8 hour shift, 40 hour week

249 work contract days- July 01 to June 30

9 paid Holidays and 11 non contract work days

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

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