Custodian, Night - Olathe West High School, 8 hours

Olathe Schools

Olathe (KS)

On-site

USD 20,664 - 22,482

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Olathe Schools is looking for a full-time Custodian for evening shifts at Olathe West High School. The role involves maintaining cleanliness at the school, including classrooms and facilities. Responsibilities include arranging furniture for events, performing landscaping, and ensuring safety measures are followed. A strong understanding of communication and ability to prioritize tasks is essential. The position offers $15.00 - $16.32 per hour and various health benefits. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and must pass a physical assessment.

Qualifications

Must be 16 years of age or older.
Demonstrated ability to compile, organize, and analyze data.
Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity.

Responsibilities

Provide custodial services at assigned site.
Maintain a sanitary and safe environment.
Perform special cleaning operations.
Prepare facilities for scheduled activities.

Skills

Understanding of verbal and written communication

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects

High degree of motivation and responsibility

Ability to work independently

Collaborative team player

Job description

Custodian, Night - Olathe West High School, 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 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) for special events.
Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. to gather required information.
Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, pools) to maintain a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.
Delivers a variety of items (supplies, mail, packages, furniture) to distribute materials within the site.
Informs students and site personnel about activities, safety issues, and proper maintenance of facilities and equipment.
Monitors students, staff, and visitors in and around assigned building(s) to respond to emergency situations and inform appropriate parties.
Monitors and adjusts site heating and cooling systems to provide a comfortable environment while conserving energy and complying with district objectives.
Performs summer maintenance (strip/wax floors, move furniture, painting) for construction completion or facilitation.
Performs landscaping activities (mowing grass, trimming, cutting weeds, watering) to maintain school grounds.
Performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture, and fixtures (change vacuum belts, bags; repair desks and tables; replace light bulbs) to ensure proper functioning.
Removes snow, ice, sand, debris to ensure access and safety.
Replenishes classroom and restroom supplies (paper towels, soap) to ensure availability.
Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and visitors, taking appropriate action or directing to appropriate personnel.
Responds to immediate safety or operational concerns (facility damage, vandalism, alarms) to take action or notify appropriate personnel.
Secures facilities and grounds (doors, gates, alarms, lights) to minimize property damage, equipment loss, and liability.
Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit, advises others, and operates within a defined budget.
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; ability to speak and write at a level sufficient to perform job duties.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.).
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
High degree of motivation, responsibility, and confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to compile, organize, and analyze 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 to achieve desired results.

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.

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