Custodian - Full Time - DDB

Dr Daniel Bright School; Cottonwood (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr Daniel Bright School in Cottonwood, AZ is seeking a full-time Custodian to perform routine custodial tasks at an assigned campus, keep buildings clean and secure, and support daily operations.

Starting wage is $15.15–$16.05 per hour, and a valid AZ driver's license is required for district vehicle transport. Hours are 10:00 pm to 6:30 pm, with applications open until filled.

Qualifications

• Sufficient training and experience to perform custodial duties.
• Ability to follow safety protocols.
• Must be able to work nights.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, restrooms, and common areas.
• Operate custodial equipment as needed.
• Move and arrange furniture for events or meetings.
• Lock/unlock doors and maintain security per guidelines.

Skills

Dexterity

Time management

Observation of safety hazards

Safe operation of custodial equipment

Job description

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Custodian - Full Time - DDB

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This job is also posted in Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5554821
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 25, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

START DATE: Immediately

HOURS OF WORK: 10:00 pm - 6:30pm

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below.

STARTING WAGE: $15.15 - $16.05 per hour depending on experience

REQUIREMENT: Valid AZ Drivers License - District vehicle will be made available for transportation to and from campuses.

CLASS TITLE: CUSTODIAN

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, gymnasiums, auditoriums, lounges, offices, locker rooms, hallways and other facilities as assigned; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; empty waste receptacles; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; wash mirrors, tile, walls and windows; unclog drains and toilets.
• Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school building.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned.
• Replace light bulbs and tubes; white boards, trays and erasers; empty pencil sharpeners; clean tables, chairs and floors.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment; prepare classrooms, gymnasiums and other facilities for special events or meetings as assigned; set up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
• Lock and unlock doors, gates and windows as appropriate; turn lights on and off as needed; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set alarms as appropriate.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; report need for maintenance and repairs to appropriate authority.
• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work.
• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.
• Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate a variety of custodial equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment.
• Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Meet schedules and time lines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Subject to fumes, dust and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.

Walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Seeing to perform custodial duties.

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Climbing ladders and working from heights to replace light bulbs.

HAZARDS:

Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.

Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.

Working on ladders.

EVALUATION

Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.15 to $16.05 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required