Head Custodian

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

8 paid holidays

Vacation days

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Head Custodian at North Pointe Elementary School. The role requires custodial experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the physical ability to perform heavy labor.

Hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm with a 260‑day contract and benefits. The responsibilities include maintaining a safe, clean environment, operating and monitoring HVAC, supervising custodial staff, and coordinating opening/closing of the building.

Qualifications

• Has a high school diploma or GED.
• Has at least three years of custodial experience.
• Ability to read and follow written directions.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing at least 50 pounds multiple times daily.
• Exhibits responsible personal habits and teamwork.
• Demonstrates aptitude for assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow supervisor guidelines and procedures for job duties.
• Keep building, sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean.
• Regulate HVAC to maintain seasonal temperatures and conserve resources.
• Shovel, plow and maintain exterior walkways and parking areas.
• Check exits and panic hardware during occupancy.
• Raise and lower the U.S. flag as required.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust and polish fixtures on schedule.
• Clean corridors and restrooms daily and as needed.
• Dispose of trash and recycle appropriately.
• Wash windows twice yearly; perform yard upkeep as needed.

Skills

Reading directions

People skills

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Position Type: Operations/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 9/17/2026
• Location: North Pointe Elementary School
• Date Available: 09/21/2026

HOURS: 7:00am-3:30pm

NOTES: 260 Day contract / Benefits include healthcare and retirement / Earn between $15.18-$22.87(based on years of experience) / 8 paid holidays / Vacation days(based on years in district)

TITLE: Head Custodian

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Has at least three years of custodial experience
• Has the ability to read and follow written directions
• Has the physical ability to perform heavy physical labor
• Has the ability to lift and move objects weighing at least 50 pounds numerous times per day
• Exhibits personal habits in keeping with the assigned responsibilities
• Has demonstrated ability to relate and work well with people
• Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities

JOB GOAL: To provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play, develop, and eat; to provide staff with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place to teach, eat and provide services and to provide leadership in the accomplishment of these responsibilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be familiar with and follow written guidelines, policies, procedures and directions from supervisor related to job responsibilities
• Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity
• Shovel, plow, and maintain walks, driveways, and parking areas, as appropriate
• Check daily to ensure that all exits are open and all panic hardware is working properly during the hours of building occupancy
• Raise the United States flag at or before 8:00 a.m. on each school day and lower it at assigned time
• Sweep, mop, wet-cash, and vacuum floors, and dust furniture and clean and polish fixtures and glass on schedule in assigned areas
• Clean corridors after school each day and during the day when conditions require it
• Scrub, hose down, and disinfect toilet floors daily, and clean all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily and during the day when conditions require it
• Remove waste and trash from building
• Wash all windows on both sides at least twice each year
• Perform such yard keeping as necessary to maintain safe and attractive environment
• Clean all chalkboards at least once a week
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation
• Report immediately to the Principal any damage to school property
• Remain on the school premises during school work hours, and during non-school hours when attendance is required by the Principal
• Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each day including lights, heat, windows and doors
• Move furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities as directed by the Principal or designee
• Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and waste
• Make minor repairs such as chairs, desks, and locks
• Perform daily cleaning of kitchen including waste and trash removal
• Shelve all deliveries in appropriate storage--dry, refrigerated or frozen
• Maintain sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment
• Conduct periodic inspections of the building and campus to ensure their clean and safe condition
• Assist with orientation of new custodial staff
• Assist the principal in scheduling, organizing, and supervising custodial services
• Assist the principal in preparing work schedules, assignments and coordination of dates
• Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor