Custodian-Head

West Des Moines Community School District

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 48,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

West Des Moines Community Schools is seeking a Custodian-Head to oversee facility and grounds cleanliness, perform custodial tasks and minor maintenance in the West Des Moines area.

This full-time role offers a 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM schedule, immediate start, and a pay rate of about $19.91 per hour, with an application deadline of Oct 19, 2026.

Qualifications

  • Responsible for facilitating and leading the overall cleanliness of the facility and grounds as well as providing custodial services, including minor repairs and general maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and enhance cleanliness of facilities and grounds.
  • Perform custodial tasks and minor repairs as needed.
  • Ensure safe, clean, well-maintained environments for students and staff.

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

8 hours per day (40 hours per week) generally 10am-6:30pm. Hours may vary.

Responsible for facilitating and leading the overall cleanliness of the facility and grounds as well as providing custodial services, including minor repairs and general maintenance.

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.

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Custodian-Head

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Job Details
Job ID: 5951290
Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $19.91 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information
  • Randy Wilson , Asst. Director of Operations
  • OPERATIONS
  • Phone: 515-633-4900
  • Email: wilsonr@wdmcs.org
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Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Address: 2102 Delavan Drive, West Des Moines, Iowa

8 hours per day (40 hours per week) generally 10am-6:30pm. Hours may vary.

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Responsible for facilitating and leading the overall cleanliness of the facility and grounds as well as providing custodial services, including minor repairs and general maintenance.

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: $19.91 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

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