Limited Appointment Facilities Services Worker - Custodial - Navajo ES (25864)

Navajo Elementary School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Navajo Elementary School in Scottsdale is seeking an entry-level Facilities Services Worker (Custodial) to perform basic cleaning, maintenance, and grounds work. Responsibilities include trash removal, restroom cleaning, light repairs, and assisting with setup for events and activities.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Arizona driver’s license. It is a non-exempt, full-time role with a starting hourly rate in the current pay grade range and opportunities to support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor activities, which includes: emptying trash cans; gathering materials and equipment; placing materials and/or equipment in proper locations; sweeping; setting up furniture and/or equipment; digging; cleaning; moving furnishings; painting; and/or, performing other related tasks.
• Assists and responds to internal customer requests for assistance, inquiries, and/or other related requests; and responds to emergency situations as required to ensure the safety of students and staff.
• Maintains facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment utilized in daily activities; troubleshoots, maintains and performs simple repairs and preventive maintenance to equipment; monitors inventory of supplies.
• Notifies appropriate individuals of required facility and/or equipment repairs.
• Under direction, performs routine, minor repairs.
• Assists in performing routine grounds maintenance activities, including picking up trash, sweeping walkways, and weeding planter areas.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Skills

Providing customer service

Operating tools and equipment

Carpentry and groundskeeping

Written comprehension

Preventive maintenance

Basic math

Driving a vehicle

Blueprint reading

Communication/interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Hand and power tools

Light equipment operation

Vehicle operation

Job description

Limited Appointment Facilities Services Worker - Custodial - Navajo ES (25864)

Scottsdale USD 48 Navajo Elementary School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5947236

Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: G

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This is the entry level into the facilities services series. Incumbents perform basic custodial, building or grounds maintenance, or general laborer work. Duties might include: picking up trash and debris, mowing the grass; performing building maintenance such as changing light bulbs; vacuuming; cleaning and maintaining restrooms; and, performing general laborer type work such as moving furniture and room set-up. Incumbents may also operate light equipment such as vehicles, tractors, and mowers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs manual labor activities, which includes: emptying trash cans; gathering materials and equipment; placing materials and/or equipment in proper locations; sweeping; setting up furniture and/or equipment; digging; cleaning; moving furnishings; painting; and/or, performing other related tasks.


• Assists and responds to internal customer requests for assistance, inquiries, and/or other related requests; and responds to emergency situations as required to ensure the safety of students and staff.


• Maintains facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment utilized in daily activities; troubleshoots, maintains and performs simple repairs and preventive maintenance to equipment; monitors inventory of supplies.


• Notifies appropriate individuals of required facility and/or equipment repairs.


• Under direction, performs routine, minor repairs.


• Assists in performing routine grounds maintenance activities, including picking up trash, sweeping walkways, and weeding planter areas.


• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):

High School Diploma or G.E.D.; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):

Licensing Requirements:

Valid Arizona Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE

KNOWLEDGE: (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

Customer service principles;

Inventory maintenance principles;

Safe work practices;

Methods and tools used in assigned area of responsibility;

Hand and power tools;

Basic mathematical functions;

Applicable tools and equipment utilized in performing daily activities.

SKILLS

SKILLS: (position requirements at entry):

Skill in:

Providing customer service;

Operating tools and equipment in assigned area of responsibility;

Performing routine carpentry and groundskeeping tasks;

Comprehending written materials;

Performing routine preventative maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles;

Performing basic mathematical calculations;

Driving a motor vehicle;

Reading and understanding elementary blueprints, sketches, plans, diagrams and other instructional/directive materials;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

NOTE

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.88 to $18.60 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Everett Hayes , Custodial Supervisor


• Facilities and Building Services


• Email: [e-mail]