Custodian I

Sylvania; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Life insurance

Sick leave

Personal leave

Job summary

Carson City School District is seeking a Custodian I at Eagle Valley Middle School. The role involves cleaning and maintaining classrooms, offices and common areas, following established procedures, and supporting events. Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required.

Work is full-time, typically eight hours daily, twelve months per year, with retirement and health insurance benefits as per the classified negotiated agreement. A pre-employment drug screen is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent preferred.
• Informal training in janitorial or custodial duties preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, sanitize floors and clean classrooms and offices.
• Dust, polish furniture, restrooms, windows and walls.
• Move and arrange furniture; assist with snow removal when needed.
• Deliver supplies and maintain custodial equipment and materials.

Skills

Basic custodial knowledge

Safe work practices

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Position

Custodian I

Location

Eagle Valley Middle School

Open to

Employees of Carson City School District and external applicants.

Application Period

Closes September 17, 2026, or until filled.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $16.50 to $21.34 (8hours per day, 12 months per year) with benefits according to the classified negotiated agreement. Employer-paid retirement, health and life insurance, sick leave benefits and personal leave. The prior position must be similar in nature and written verification of employment from the previous employer must be submitted to Human Resources upon employment. Per Administrative Regulation No. 311.1.

Application Requirements

Complete the online application. The application will could include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copy of High School Diploma, or High School transcript, or GED Certificate, or degree from a higher education college/university is preferred.

Education and Experience

Graduation from high school or the equivalent is preferred. A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of informal training in janitorial or custodial duties or a closely related field; or Entry-level experience performing janitorial or custodial duties, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below. Bilingual preferred.

Other Requirements

Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen, physical, and lift test.

This is a replacement position.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling [phone].

Job Description

Job Title: Custodian I

Location: School Site or Department

Reports To: Principal, Supervisor, or Designee

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Prepared By: Associate Superintendent of Human Resources

Prepared Date: 04-01-2023

Related Categories: Utility Custodian

Under the supervision of Custodian III, to keep assigned buildings, classrooms and office spaces clean and orderly; to perform custodial tasks in the care of floors, furniture, walls and equipment; and to perform related work as required, including but not limited to snow removal. Bilingual preferred but not required.

Experience or Training Required

Knowledge of: Basic methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work; good work habits; safe work practices; basic tools used in the routine maintenance of campus grounds and walkways.

Ability to: Learn schedules, procedures and the use of tools and equipment used in custodial work; work without immediate supervision; learn to use cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective proactive relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination of training, education, and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position: A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of informal training in janitorial or custodial duties or a closely related field; or Entry-level experience performing janitorial or custodial duties, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed above including operating snow removal equipment.

Licenses or Certificates Required

Possession of a valid driver's license card issued by the state of residence, and an original Social Security Card.

Job Functions

Incumbents typically perform duties under the supervision of a Custodian II/III District supervisor. The following duties are typical of the positions in this class collectively, but no one position would not normally include all of these duties, nor is any one position necessarily limited to any one of these duties. Positions in this class perform work which is highly structured, which seldom varies and which is performed in accordance with established instructions.

Essential Job Functions

Sweeps, scrubs, sanitizes, mops, waxes and oils floors; vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; empties and cleans waste receptacles and pencil sharpeners; cleans and restocks rest rooms; washes windows, chalkboards and walls; polishes metalwork; takes routine care of custodial equipment and materials; moves and arranges furniture and equipment; sets up auditorium, cafeteria and classrooms for special events and meetings; makes minor non-technical repairs to building and fixtures; replaces lights; cleans and adjusts shades and blinds; adjusts desks and other furniture; scrapes and refinishes floors; turns lights on and off; unlocks and lock doors and gates; cleans and waxes desks; picks up paper and debris; picks up trash containers and empties into large bins; delivers supplies to classrooms; may assist others in making repairs; and cleans vandalized walls as necessary. Occasional exterior work and grounds as needed depending on safety and operational concerns; including but not limited to painting curbs, general painting, and snow removal. Must be able to collaborate with other staff members, parents/guardians, and community partners in a positive, friendly and approachable manner; and perform related work as required.

Emergency Requirements IAW Incident Command Team Doctrine

Custodial employees are a vital member of the Incident Command Team (ICT), and are required to remain on stand-by during any given day within the year, in which inclement weather may affect the District. Must be able to perform emergency wildfire support, snow plowing, flood-watch/flood-control, building-related maintenance, emergency building interior/exterior repairs, or any other unforeseen emergency situations. May need to assist other departments in order to meet emergency requirements. These precautions are required in order to maintain safe travel to-and-from schools, as well as provide a safe learning atmosphere for students and staff/faculty. Compensation provided for all approved ICT activities.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Strength: Heavy Work – Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Will be required to use a variety of chemicals on a daily basis. May be required to wear goggles, gloves, face shields and back support occasionally. Incumbent must be in good physical condition and must take a physical examination at the District’s expense. Frequent reaching, handling, repetitive fine motor activities, talking and hearing. Vision: Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work within school campuses, office buildings, grounds settings and use standard operations equipment. Vision to read printed materials, computer/device screens or other monitoring devices. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone and related technology. Must report to work on campus/assigned site.

Environmental Conditions

Custodial setting with temperature exposure to severe weather, wind, rain, snow, in addition to climate-controlled school setting with temperatures ranging from mild, moderate, and severe cold/heat. Occasional work on surrounding campus grounds under the usual and customary seasonal weather conditions. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud and occasional to frequent time periods. Hazards: vehicle equipment, tools, related machinery, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment).

Supplemental Modifier

10% added to hourly rate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703, [phone]