Custodian - Poston Junior High School

Custodial; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Arizona State Retirement System

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, AZ is seeking a full-time Custodian for Poston Junior High School to maintain clean, safe school facilities. The role features a second-shift schedule with an additional $0.35/hr shift pay, and a base hourly rate of $17.12.

Position includes benefits such as paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matching, health and life insurance, plus annual performance pay opportunities. Experience and education as outlined by the district requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Custodial experience or related cleaning duties preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Follows district cleaning procedures and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties to district standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe school environment across classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gym, cafeteria, and offices.
• Operate custodial power equipment and assist in moving equipment/furniture.
• Ensure regular and on-time attendance; perform other duties as assigned.
• Work with Mesa Public Schools staff to support facilities operations.

Skills

MPS Portrait of a Graduate

MPS Promise

Work independently

Heavy manual labor

Teamwork with staff

Satisfactory work record

Effective communication

Education

High School or GED preferred

Tools

Custodial equipment

Job description

Custodian - Poston Junior High School

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This job is also posted in Mesa USD 4

Job Details

Job ID: 5907504

Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

2 nd Shift Evening (plus $.35/hr shift pay)

Base Hourly:

$17.12

Class/Calendar:

A12,12 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays,retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To perform custodial duties as required by district standards; to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Operations. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform custodial duties as required by district standards
• Perform many diversified tasks each day to maintain the cleanliness and safe condition of the schools
• Operate custodial power equipment
• Assist in moving equipment and furniture as required
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge and experience of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School education or GED preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and follow directions
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor as required
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members
• Satisfactory work record
• Ability to communicate effectively

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Custodians work inside classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and offices, as well as outside maintaining school grounds
• Frequent use of cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and floor treatments requires proper safety precautions
• Exposed to high temperatures when working outside
• Requires long periods of standing and walking, often covering large areas of the school throughout the shift
• Frequently bends to clean floors, pick up trash, and access low areas
• Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and other cleaning activities require repetitive arm and hand movements
• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.12 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required