School Facilities Custodian | Clean, Safe & Dependable

Norwalk Community School; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Community School is seeking a Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety of the school facility. Responsibilities include floor care, carpet cleaning, restroom disinfection, and ensuring a secure environment during all hours of operation.

The role requires good health, the ability to lift heavy objects, operate cleaning machinery, and report hazards promptly, with a focus on reliability and cross-training where needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to use chemicals and cleaning equipment for maintenance.
• Must read labels and follow written instructions.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and build positive relations.
• Good health confirmed by required physical exams.
• Capable of heavy lifting and long hours on feet.
• Experience with waxing machines, scrubbers and vacuums is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dry mop and wet mop hard surface floors.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpet.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and hardware.
• Identify unsafe conditions and fix promptly.
• Submit or complete work orders.
• Request supplies from Lead Custodian promptly.
• Snow removal and ice melt as directed.
• Prepare and clean spaces for meetings and activities.
• Report all safety hazards.
• Secure the facility as directed.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Cross-train as trainer or trainee when needed.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Keep custodial rooms safe, clean, organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chemicals & equipment

Reading labels

Verbal & written communication

Independent work

Positive relations

Good health & exams

Heavy lifting

Equipment operation

Communication devices

Attendance history

Job description

Norwalk Community School is seeking a Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety of the school facility. Responsibilities include floor care, carpet cleaning, restroom disinfection, and ensuring a secure environment during all hours of operation.

The role requires good health, the ability to lift heavy objects, operate cleaning machinery, and report hazards promptly, with a focus on reliability and cross-training where needed.