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Custodial Helper 1

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Wooldridge, Assistant Principal, at (385)-646-6627 or email skwooldridge@graniteschools.org Hours per week: 29 Job Title Custodial Helper I 14 years and older Department Custodial Department ...

Custodial Helper 1

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Heather Bakrim Miller, Principal, at (385)-646-4936 or email hbakrim@graniteschools.org Hours per week: 12.5 Job Title Custodial Helper I ...

Custodian Helper

Bronx, NY · On-site

$18.37/hr

Custodian Helper - Part time (20 hours per week) DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): Bronx, NY REPORTS TO: Site Director SALARY RANGE: $18.37 per hour DATE: February 2026 SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday ...

Custodian Helper

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18.37/hr

Custodian Helper DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): Sunset Park Child and Family Center; 850-856 50th Street, Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Site Director SALARY RANGE: $18.37 per hour/ 20 hours a ...

Custodian Helper

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18.37/hr

Custodian Helper DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood LOCATION(S): Stuyvesant Heights Child and Family Center; 1825 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, NY REPORTS TO: Site Director SALARY RANGE: $18.37/hour; 20 hours a ...

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How much do custodial helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for custodial helper in the United States is $16.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Custodial Helper vs Janitor?

AspectCustodial HelperJanitor
CredentialsNone typically requiredNone typically required
Work EnvironmentSchools, offices, public facilitiesSchools, commercial buildings, hospitals
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, public facilitiesCommercial, educational, healthcare
Job DutiesAssisting with cleaning, basic maintenanceCleaning, maintenance, minor repairs

Custodial Helper and Janitor roles often overlap in cleaning and maintenance tasks within similar environments. Custodial Helpers typically assist more experienced staff and may have fewer responsibilities, while Janitors often handle more comprehensive cleaning and minor repairs. Both roles are essential for maintaining clean, safe facilities.

What are custodial helpers?

Custodial helpers are support staff who assist custodians or janitors in maintaining cleanliness and order in buildings such as schools, offices, and public facilities. Their tasks often include sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, restocking supplies, and helping with minor repairs. They work under the supervision of a head custodian or facility manager and play an important role in ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for everyone. Custodial helpers may also assist with setting up rooms for events and responding to immediate cleaning needs. The position typically requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Custodial Helper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Custodial Helper, you need basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, attention to detail, and physical stamina, with a high school diploma or equivalent often preferred. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, chemical safety protocols, and sometimes OSHA guidelines is important for effective job performance. Reliability, a strong work ethic, and good communication skills help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment for building occupants and contribute to overall workplace efficiency.

What are some common challenges a Custodial Helper might face during their shifts, and how can they be managed?

Custodial Helpers often encounter challenges such as maintaining cleanliness in high-traffic areas, managing time effectively to complete multiple tasks, and handling exposure to cleaning chemicals. To overcome these, it's important to prioritize tasks, use protective equipment, and stay organized. Good communication with the custodial team and supervisors also ensures issues are addressed promptly and workloads are balanced.
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Infographic showing various Custodial Helper job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,661 per year, or $16.7 per hour.
Custodial Helper 2

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Other

Posted 26 days ago


Granite School District (Utah) rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

403rd of 545 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Angelee Luther, Principal, at (385)-646-4942 or email aluther@graniteschools.org
Hours per week: up to 25






Job Title  Custodial Helper II adult Department  Custodial Department Supervisor  Head Custodian / Principal Salary Schedule  ESP Hourly (72) Lane Placement  bb step 5 Contract Length  Hourly Only FLSA Classification  Non-exempt Last Review Date  June 2020

 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.  Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Summary
Provides assistance to students, teacher, custodians and administrators. Performs assigned tasks such as, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and removal of garbage. May also assist in grounds care, building maintenance, cleaning, and moving of equipment. May help with building security by locking/unlocking doors when requested and do final lock-up of building at night including turning on security systems.  Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required are are essential functions of this position.
Essential Functions





  • Assists with routine maintenance of school and district buildings.
  • Cleans restroom, offices, classrooms, and hallways.
  • Mop or runs auto scrubber.
  • Extracts/bonnets carpets.
  • Assist with floor refinishing.
  • Removes garbage.
  • May fill soap, paper towel, toilet paper and other dispensers.
  • May remove graffiti and repair other acts of vandalism.
  • Assist in restricting access by locking and unlocking doors.
  • Mows and edges lawns.
  • Performs other outside maintenance.
  • Cleans up garbage, repairs furniture, lockers, doors and small equipment.
  • Involved with security of building after hours.
  • Turns on/off security and locks/unlocks the building.
  • Performs duties in a manner to maintain an 80% or higher VEKTR inspection. 

Non-Essential Functions

  • Other duties as assigned*

Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Needs to know how to operate and maintain basic cleaning equipment, including but not limited to buffers, extractors and auto scrubber.
  • May perform minor adjustments to equipment.
  • Must understand basic use of cleaning solvents and their proper application.

 
Required Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must have basis reading and math skills.
Required Prior Experience
One year of prior custodial experience preferred.
Assigned Decision Making
Makes decisions concerning the best way to accomplish tasks assigned by supervisors. Must take direction well and be able to work within specific guidelines. Makes suggestions, but must be willing to follow directions.
Interactions with Others
Interacts positively with students, teachers, principals, custodians, and other district personnel.  May also interact appropriately with parents, counselors, and police agencies.
Supervisory Responsibility
N/A
Working Environment
Works inside and outside the building to accomplish assigned tasks. Working conditions can be in hot and cold weather. May experience stress from disruptive students and/or groups of students. Must receive proper training from the Head Custodian when working with cleaning chemicals and must be handled properly.
Physical Requirements Not limited to the following:



















  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
  • Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. 
    Note:  The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.




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