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Building Custodian Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Custodian- Float

Alpena, MI ยท On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Building to be determined. The custodian helps maintain clean and safe school facilities while performing custodial and minor maintenance tasks. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or general ...

Custodian - Part-time

Holland, MI ยท On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Holland Christian Schools TITLE - Building Custodian, Evenings Classification: Part-time, full year SCOPE Responsible for the repair, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of HCS facilities and ...

Custodian Monday - Friday | 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Saber Building Services is hiring multiple dependable Custodians to perform routine cleaning at an automotive manufacturing facility near the 26 Mile ...

Custodian - Part-time

Holland, MI ยท On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

TITLE - Building Custodian, Evenings Classification: Part-time, full year SCOPE Responsible for the repair, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of HCS facilities and grounds in the most cost ...

Custodian Monday - Friday | 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Saber Building Services is hiring multiple dependable Custodians to perform routine cleaning at an automotive manufacturing facility near the 26 Mile ...

Ability to use building equipment, materials, and methods used in Custodial work, to follow safe procedures, and comply with all laws and regulations related to work * Ability to complete minor ...

Custodian Monday - Friday | 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Saber Building Services is seeking dependable and detail-oriented Custodians to support evening cleaning operations at a busy healthcare and urgent care ...

Custodian Monday - Friday | 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Saber Building Services is excited to welcome a dependable Custodian to our team at a professional automotive technology facility near the West Hamlin ...

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How much do building custodian jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for building custodian in Michigan is $15.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a building custodian?

Building custodians are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, order, and safety of buildings such as schools, offices, or public facilities. Their duties often include cleaning floors, restocking supplies, emptying trash, performing minor repairs, and ensuring that the building is secure. Custodians play an essential role in creating a safe and healthy environment for building occupants. They may work independently or as part of a team, and sometimes assist with event setup or respond to maintenance emergencies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a building custodian?

To thrive as a Building Custodian, you need knowledge of cleaning procedures, maintenance basics, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, floor care machines, and basic repair tools is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and good communication skills help custodians excel in maintaining clean and safe environments. These skills and qualities ensure that facilities remain well-maintained, safe, and welcoming for occupants and visitors.

What are common challenges faced by building custodians and how can they be managed?

Building custodians often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks simultaneously, dealing with unexpected maintenance issues, and ensuring safety and cleanliness standards are consistently met. Effective time management and prioritization are essential, as is clear communication with supervisors and other staff members to address urgent needs promptly. Many custodians find that staying organized and continually updating their skills with new cleaning techniques or equipment can help them overcome these challenges and maintain a productive work environment.

What is the difference between Building Custodian vs Janitor?

AspectBuilding CustodianJanitor
CredentialsHigh school diploma; sometimes certifications in cleaning or safetyHigh school diploma; often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentCommercial, institutional, or office buildings; may include minor maintenanceSimilar environments; primarily cleaning and basic maintenance
Employer & IndustrySchools, offices, hospitals, government buildingsSchools, commercial facilities, public spaces

Building custodians and janitors often perform similar cleaning tasks, but custodians typically have additional responsibilities like minor repairs and maintenance. Both roles require comparable certifications and work in similar environments, with custodians often taking on a broader scope of duties.

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Infographic showing various Building Custodian job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 78% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,688 per year, or $15.2 per hour.

Custodian- Float

Alpena Public Schools

Alpena, MI โ€ข On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description
Alpena Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a full-time Afternoon Float Custodian. Building to be determined. The custodian helps maintain clean and safe school facilities while performing custodial and minor maintenance tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required; one year of school building or similar custodial experience preferred. All public school employees are required to undergo a criminal history check.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (Holidays/Sick/Vacation/Bereavement)
Retirement/Pension Plans
Life Insurance
Union benefits
AT&T School Employee Discount

Alpena Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requirements
Position Title: Custodian
Department: District Operations
Reports To: Supervisor of Facilities
Location: Building Level Unit/Group: USW 207 FTE: 1.0 Job Classification: Hourly
SUMMARY: Maintains a clean and safe school facility while performing custodial and minor maintenance tasks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Safely performs custodial cleaning using standard industrial equipment, cleaning chemicals and supplies.
  • Performs ongoing preventive maintenance and minor repair on plumbing, custodial equipment, ventilation, kitchen equipment, building structure and hardware.
  • Performs normal operator adjustments and service to facility operational equipment such as, but not limited to, compressors, boilers, unit ventilators, fans and maintains records on operational and maintenance activities.
  • Maintains inventory of custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment.
  • Performs minor electrical maintenance and repairs.
  • Assists the visiting public, who are utilizing the facilities, with directions within the building or in obtaining and setting up needed equipment and/or material.
  • Assists outside maintenance with mowing, shoveling snow and maintaining grounds and equipment.
  • Assists the maintenance supervisor in scheduling and assigning extra time for custodians.
  • Maintains building and grounds security by locking the building each school day.
  • Maintains work-related records and prepares various reports as directed.
  • Moves furniture or equipment within facility, as required.
  • Reviews email communication regularly and responds as needed.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Follows all Board policies and district procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required; One year of school building or similar custodial experience is preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of school employees, students and parents.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, quantities, etc.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Ability to pass a written and physical test. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climbs on ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 lbs. such as salt and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers and sprays while performing the duties of this job. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescription controlled substance use and/or abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) 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.