Custodian, Night - Central Elementary, 8 hours

Olathe Public Schools; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Olathe Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for the Night shift at Central Elementary. This role involves providing custodial services, ensuring cleanliness and safety in facilities. Candidates should be self-motivated and able to handle physical work.

The position is full-time, with hours Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Pay ranges from $15.00 to $16.32 based on experience, inclusive of various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must demonstrate understanding of safety and operational issues.
• At least 16 years of age required.

Responsibilities

• Provide custodial services ensuring a safe environment.
• Perform cleaning operations for classrooms and other areas.
• Attend meetings for job-related information and training.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Custodian, Night - Central Elementary, 8 hours

Olathe, KS, United States

Job Description

POSITION: Custodian, Full-time Evenings

STATUS: Classified, Non-Exempt

HOURS OF WORK: Monday-Friday; 3:00pm - 11:30pm, 8 hours, 247-day calendar

PAY RATE: $15.00 - $16.32, depending on experience

Eligible for: Benefits (Health, dental, vision, life insurance, cancer insurance, accident insurance, short-term disability, medical reimbursement), retirement, paid leave

required to pass a POET (post offer employment test - Physical assessment) - fit for duty screening

must be 16 years of age or older

POSITION SUMMARY

The job of Custodian - Night position was established for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; and preparing facilities for scheduled activities and events.

This job reports to Lead Custodian

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arranges furniture and equipment (e.g. athletic events, plays, concerts, graduations, meetings, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for special events.
• Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, pools, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
• Informs students and other site personnel for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Monitors students, staff and visitors in and around assigned building(s) (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of responding to emergency situations and/or informing appropriate parties.
• Monitors and adjusts site heating and cooling systems as needed and/or assigned for the purpose of providing a comfortable building environment while conserving energy and complying with District objectives.
• Performs summer maintenance (e.g. strip/wax floors, moves furniture, painting, etc.) for the purpose of completing and/or facilitating summer construction.
• Performs a variety of landscaping activities (e.g. mowing grass, trimming grass, cutting weeds, watering, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining school grounds.
• Performs minor, job-related maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures (e.g. change vacuum cleaner belts, bags, repair desks and tables, change light bulbs, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items.
• Removes snow, ice, sand, debris, etc. for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
• Replenishes classroom and restroom supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring.
• Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization’s services.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Demonstrate understanding of verbal and written communication and ability to speak and write at a level sufficient to perform the duties of the job.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• High degree of motivation, responsibility and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability in compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment.
• Highly collaborative team player.
• Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired results.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the performance of heavy work. The position involves some balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, kneeling, and respective motion. Occasional feeling, fingering, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, talking, and reaching. Frequent hearing and walking. The position also requires working in environmental conditions with varied atmospheric conditions, close quarters, extreme cold/heat, hazards, loud noise, indoor/outdoor environment, narrow aisles/passages, and vibrations.

IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This document describes the position currently available. The District reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

The Olathe Public Schools prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 3451
• Job Category Custodian
• Posting Date 06/10/2026, 04:47 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1500 W 56 Hwy, Olathe, KS, 66061, US