Head Custodian Middle School - MS2627_67

Elem Middle Schools; Belgrade (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PERS/TRS retirement options

Job summary

Belgrade School District in Belgrade, MT is seeking a Head Custodian for MS2627_67 to lead the custodial team and maintain a safe, clean learning environment. The role requires 3–5 years in custodial work, Montana boiler license (or ability to obtain within six months), and strong maintenance oversight.

The incumbent will supervise staff, manage inventories, coordinate repairs, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Excellent communication and organization are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a Montana boiler license or ability to obtain it within six months.
• Three to five years of custodial experience and the ability to pass a background check are required.
• General knowledge of safety, cleaning, and basic building maintenance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee custodial staff to keep the building clean, safe, and pleasant for students and staff.
• Develop schedules for custodial staff and participate in evaluations and performance reviews.
• Manage supplies, inventory, and equipment in the school building and grounds.
• Coordinate with administration on repairs, safety checks, and preventive maintenance for HVAC and electrical systems.
• Supervise safety training and respond to emergencies and calls related to building operations.
• Perform general cleaning, minor repairs, and routine maintenance as needed.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, snow removal, and safety inspections.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Independence

Report writing

Staff supervision

Safety awareness

Basic maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Montana State Boiler’s License or ability to obtain within six months

Three to five years of experience in custodial role

Background check and board approval

MFPE Collective Bargaining Agreement employment

Tools

Office software

Maintenance tools

Job description

Head Custodian Middle School - MS2627_67

Belgrade Public Schools Elem Middle Schools - Belgrade, Montana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5946937
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

About Belgrade School District:

Belgrade School District provides instructional, athletic, and activities opportunities for more than 3,200 students from the community of nearly 14,000 residents. Through the commitment of more than 600 full- and part-time staff members, students engage in learning and participate in extracurricular events throughout the calendar year. As Belgrade’s largest employer, we’re proud of the partnership we have with local families, businesses and civic organizations. Working with Belgrade School District is a rewarding opportunity to be part of our mission “to educate students to become responsible members of society.”

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including a district contribution toward health insurance premiums, and available dental, vision, and life insurance as well as other supplemental insurance plans. District employees also participate in PERS or TRS retirement plans which is vested after 5 years. Employees can also choose to contribute to a 403B plan with an additional district contribution.

Administration reserves the right to change schedules as needed for the effectiveness and efficiency of the school/department.

Job Summary:

Under supervision of the appropriate administrator, the incumbent performs a variety of comprehensive custodial work to support school functions and programs. The incumbent shall value and promote the mission and vision of the district. The Head Custodian facilitates the efficient operation of the assigned department by performing a variety custodial task and provides students, staff, and the community with a safe, comfortable, clean, and efficient place in which to learn, play and develop.

Essential Functions Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees all custodial staff in the school building(s) to ensure that students are housed in a clean, safe, and pleasant school facility.
• Oversees the custodial staff in the school building(s) to assure tasks assigned to custodial staff are completed and performed to a high quality.
• Recommends to the Custodial Supervisor and Building Principal the assigned work area and work hours for the custodial staff.
• Assists the Custodial Supervisor and Building Principal with the evaluation of the job performance of the custodial staff.
• Provides for the removal of snow.
• Answers to emergency calls related to the operation of the school building(s).
• Assumes the responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the heating, ventilation, and cooling systems by custodial staff. To include the development of a periodic maintenance schedule for HVAC and other building systems.
• Responsible for the in-service training of the custodial staff.
• Orders and maintains an inventory of supplies needed for the operation and maintenance of their school building and grounds.
• Coordinates the receiving of supplies and equipment form freight haulers for their building.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motors and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Develops an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair.
• Conducts periodic inspections and tests of all electrical installations in the school to insure their safe condition.
• Provides temporary help when regular staff are absent.
• Performs general cleaning and janitorial duties in the common areas of the building.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
• Assists in cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, cafeteria, common areas, gyms, and other areas in the building
• Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks.
• Ensures heating and cooling systems are operational.
• Maintains a neat and orderly custodial room; ensures cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
• Washes windows.
• Assists in examining school for safety hazards; reports deficiencies to lead custodian, principal, and/or school resource officer.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to use a office equipment; computer, phone, email, time management system, software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read basic operating instructions and write brief reports.
• Ability to get along with co-works and others with whom contact is made during course of workday.
• Ability to supervise assigned personnel in a fair and equitable manner
• Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Ability to keep the school clean and orderly.
• Ability to interact with staff, students, parents, and visitors at school while remaining professional, polite, and courteous.
• Ability to use of power equipment to buff and restore floors and shampoo carpets; b) regular and routine dusting, mopping, vacuuming emptying trash and cleaning restrooms; and c) routine maintenance to custodial equipment.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Montana State Boiler’s License or ability to obtain within six months of starting the position
• Three to five years of experience in custodial role
• Must pass Background check and board approval
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the MFPE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
• The incumbent will have contact, in person. via email, or on the telephone, with faculty, management, staff and the general public.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing.
• Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 40 pounds at a time.
• Operates custodial equipment

Special Qualifications:

• A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic. socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.

The duties, physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this vacancy announcement are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with compliance with the American with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $20.20 to $21.56 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required