Full Time Custodian - Afternoon/Evenings Lake View

East Sac County; Lake View (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single health insurance

Job summary

East Sac County Schools in Lake View, Iowa is seeking an Evening Custodian to perform general cleaning and maintenance in school facilities. The role runs 1 PM–9 PM or 2 PM–10 PM, depending on activities, with a 12-month contract and paid single health insurance.

The duties include securing the building, maintaining floors, cleaning classrooms and common areas, and assisting with events. Physical work and light maintenance are required under supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous cleaning/maintenance experience desirable.
• State vehicle operator's license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Secure building at shift start and end to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Clean rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways and other areas.
• Sweep, mop, buff, strip and wax floors.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstery and blinds.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors and sills.
• Remove graffiti and clean glass areas.
• Replace light bulbs as needed.
• Set up and break down chairs, tables and equipment for meetings.
• Clear snow and spread sand or ice melting agents.
• Perform grounds-keeping duties and maintain grounds.
• Receive deliveries, unload trucks and stock supplies.
• Deliver supplies to classrooms and other areas; assist in recycling.

Skills

English Fluency

Reading & Writing

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Light Equipment Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Floor Cleaning Machines

Vacuum Cleaners

Snow Removal Tools

Ladders

Job description

Full Time Custodian - Afternoon/Evenings Lake View

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957578
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 12, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Evening Custodian

Work Hours: 1 PM - 9 PM or 2 PM - 10 PM depending on activities.

12 Month Contract

Paid Single Health Insurance

Position Function: Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.

Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions:

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.

Additional Duties:

• Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.

Safety Requirements Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties. Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks. Must comply with school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements Occasional travel between schools, or between schools and central office, may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• [State] Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Nathan Hemiller
• 801 Jackson Street
• Lake View, Iowa 51450
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]