High School 1st Shift Custodian

Ames Community School District; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Community School District is seeking a Maintenance/Custodian at Ames High School. The role runs Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm as part of a 255-day work agreement.

The position includes cleaning duties, building preparation for events, and security tasks to keep the school safe and inviting for students and staff. Qualifications include a valid driver license, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Valid driver license required.
• Frequent lifting, bending and moving items up to 50 lbs.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Routinely cleans assigned rooms in the school and athletic areas.
• Help prepare the building for evening and weekend activities.
• Lock-up and security of the building.
• Input work orders, emails and timesheets using a computer.

Skills

Valid driver license

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian

Date Posted:

10/23/2026

Location:

Ames High School

Closing Date:

11/10/2026

Welcome to Ames Community School District, where we are more than just a workplace. We are a community dedicated to supporting personal and professional growth. As a member of Ames CSD, you'll enjoy competitive pay and access to a wide range of employee discount programs. You'll also be part of an organization that values individuals for who they are and encourages collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect. We offer modern, well-equipped facilities, newly built and thoughtfully renovated, to ensure you have the tools and environment needed to thrive in your role. Join us at Ames CSD, where your strengths are celebrated, your potential is nurtured, and you're surrounded by a community that champions your success.

WorkSchedule:

7:30am-4:00pm, Monday - Friday; 255 day work agreement

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Routinely cleans assigned rooms in the school and athletic areas.
• Helps prepare the building for evening and weekend activities.
• Building lock-up/security.
• Uses computers to input work orders, email, timesheet/absences
• Uses two-way radio and cell phone to communicate with other staff and community members

Qualifications:

• Frequent lifting, bending, carrying and moving items up to 50 lbs. such as furniture, trash, and bags of ice melt, snow removal.
• Valid driver's license.
• Effectivelycommunicates both written and verbal

Compensation:

$17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off-Paid holidays (11), vacation (accrued monthly), sick leave (12 days the first year), emergency leave (5), personal leave (2)
• IPERS Retirement

Location:

Ames, IA; Story County, IA

Choosing the Ames Community School District isn't just about a job. It's about becoming part of a vibrant and close-knit community, nestled in the heart of Iowa. With its small-town charm and big-city amenities, Ames offers a unique blend of contentment and excitement. As a college town, opportunities to engage and get involved abound, whether it's through cultural events, educational pursuits, or community initiatives. At Ames, you're not just joining a workplace; you're becoming a valued member of a community driven by communication, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Come be a part of the Ames CSD, where both your professional and personal aspirations can thrive.

Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer.

The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.