Operations Staff (Grounds, Maintenance & Custodial)

Doniphan-Trumbull Public School; Doniphan (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Doniphan-Trumbull Public School in Doniphan, Nebraska is seeking a Custodian for the 2nd Shift or Swing Shift to maintain clean and safe facilities across the district. The position reports to the Operations Supervisor and is a full-time, non-exempt role.

Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, floors, windows, and furnishings; handling waste, setup for events, snow removal, and basic minor repairs. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and professional conduct within the school

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial work preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow schedules and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Set up facilities for events such as banquets, meetings, assemblies, athletic events, and plays.
• Move heavy furniture and equipment as needed.

Job description

Operations Staff (Grounds, Maintenance & Custodial)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5975858
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Custodian (2nd Shift or Swing Shift)

Department: Custodial/Maintenance/Grounds -

Reports To: Operations Supervisor

Performance Responsibilities and Job Tasks

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Notify supervisors concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets, meetings, assemblies, athletic events, and plays.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals.
• Clean equipment, such as glassware and metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Drive vehicles to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand and power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.
• Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Serve as a role model to all students.
• Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District’s reputation or image in the community.
• Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt.

Essential Functions: The essential functions of the Custodian position include: (1) regular, dependable in person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which requires effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements

At-Will Position. This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time in the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Physical RequirementsCustodian E = Essential

NE = Non-Essential

NE

NE

E

E

E

Stamina

• Sitting
• Walking
• Standing
• Sprinting/Running
• Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person
• Bending or twisting at the trunk more than the average person
• Squatting/Stooping/Kneeling
• Reaching above the head
• Reaching forward
• Repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times (For example: typing, data entry, etc.)
• Climbing (on ladders, into large trucks/vehicles, etc.)
• Hand/grip strength
• Driving on the job
• Typing non-stop
• Lifting up to 10 pounds (Mark all that apply)
• Floor to waist
• Waist to shoulder
• Shoulder to overhead
• Lifting 11 to 25 pounds (Mark all that apply)
• Floor to waist
• Waist to shoulder
• Shoulder to overhead
• Lifting 26 to 50 pounds (Mark all that apply)
• Floor to waist
• Waist to shoulder
• Shoulder to overhead
• Lifting 51 to 75 pounds (Mark all that apply)
• Floor to waist
• Waist to shoulder
• Shoulder to overhead
• Lifting 76 plus pounds (Mark all that apply)
• Floor to waist
• Waist to shoulder
• Shoulder to overhead
• Can load/items weighing over 50 pounds that are lifted or carried be shared, or reduced into smaller loads?
• 25 to 50 pounds
• 51 to 75 pounds
• 76 to 90 pounds
• Over 90 pounds
• 10 to 25 pounds
• 26 to 50 pounds
• 51 to 75 pounds
• 76 to 90 pounds
• Over 90 pounds

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.46 to $22 Per Hour
Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Scott Sjuts , Supervisor
• Custodial/Maintenance
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]