Head Custodian (DPS)(Promotional and Open Competitive)

City of Dayton Department of Water; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Public Schools seeks a Head Custodian (DPS) to oversee cleaning operations and maintain a safe, sanitary environment for students, staff and visitors. The role includes supervising custodians and ensuring high standards of cleanliness across facilities.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of professional cleaning experience in a public service setting. Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from high school (or G.E.D.).
• Experience: 2 years of professional cleaning in a public service institution.

Responsibilities

• Ensures an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors.
• Oversees and supports assigned custodians in the performance of their assignments.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lift 50 lbs

Safety and sanitation focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Head Custodian (DPS)

• Date Opened: 10/19/2026 09:00:00 AM
• Close Date: 11/15/2026 11:59:00 PM
• Salary: $17.76 per hour
• Department: Dayton Public Schools
• Job Type: Dayton Public Schools
• Additional Forms: DD214

Examination Date

REVISED - Week of November 30, 2026

Civil Service Board Office

371 West Second Street, Lower Level

Dayton, Ohio 45402

Responsibilities

Ensures an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors. Oversees and supports assigned custodians in the performance of their assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from high school (or G.E.D.).
• Experience: Must have 2 years of professional cleaning experience in a public service institution.

General Requirements

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
• Ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist or reach out with your body, arms and/or legs.

Citizenship

Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States at time of application.

Military Credit

Open Competitive applicants who have had military service will receive an additional credit of 20% if a passing grade is attained. To obtain credit, a NON-RETURNABLE copy of the DD214 OR Certificate of Service (INDICATING Honorable Discharge) must be UPLOADED to your application or PRESENTED at time of examination.

Promotional Qualifications

Current employment with Dayton Public Schools must be indicated on your application in order to receive promotional credit. Current employment will be verified by Dayton Public Schools Human Resources Department. Identical scores will be broken by (1) seniority and (2) random selection method.

Open Competitive Applicants

Applicants appearing on the Promotional eligible list shall be considered for appointment prior to those on the Open Competitive list. Identical scores will be broken in favor of: (1) the candidate who received military credit and (2) random selection method.

Notes

Examination dates and times are subject to change. Calculators will be provided for the Civil Service examination. Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a job-related medical examination, drug screen and/or police background investigation and providing documentary evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity. Applicants are responsible for providing all necessary employment dates, experience, training, or any other requirements as stated in the Exam Announcement, in order for their application to be considered for certification and admittance to the examination process.