Full-Time School Facilities & Grounds Custodian

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health and wellness benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for ongoing, full-time work under the Facility Manager, performing cleaning and light maintenance per DPS guidelines. Responsibilities include cleaning floors, sanitizing surfaces, managing security checks, and basic grounds work to keep the campus safe and welcoming.

The role requires being 18+, passing DPS reading tests, completing a 20-hour housekeeping course, and residing in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pass a reading test administered by Denver Public Schools.
• Successfully complete and pass a paid housekeeping course (20 hour course over 5 days).
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.
• Ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Clean, dust, sweep, sanitize, mop, scrub, vacuum, shampoos facility surfaces and floors.
• Follow procedures for chemical and power equipment use to prevent damage and injury.
• Remove graffiti, gum and other markings and repaint with protective coating.
• Check and verify facility security by locking doors, windows and gates; report unsafe conditions.
• Perform grounds work such as irrigation, snow removal, sweeping walkways, landscaping, edging and mowing.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to keep machines and facility systems operating smoothly.

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for ongoing, full-time work under the Facility Manager, performing cleaning and light maintenance per DPS guidelines. Responsibilities include cleaning floors, sanitizing surfaces, managing security checks, and basic grounds work to keep the campus safe and welcoming.

The role requires being 18+, passing DPS reading tests, completing a 20-hour housekeeping course, and residing in Colorado.