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$15.70 - $16.48/hr

Classified/Substitute Custodial / Maintenance Worker Date Posted: 5/26/2026 Location: Perry, OH (Lake Co.) Substitute Custodial Work Job Title: Substitute Custodial Work Days/Hours: Flexible Shifts ...

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How much do custodial maintenance worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for custodial maintenance worker 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 a custodial maintenance worker?

Custodial maintenance workers are responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and ensuring the safety of buildings and facilities. Their duties typically include sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, sanitizing restrooms, and performing minor repairs. They may also check equipment, handle basic landscaping, and restock supplies. Custodial maintenance workers play an essential role in keeping environments safe, clean, and functional for everyone who uses the space.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a custodial maintenance worker?

To thrive as a Custodial Maintenance Worker, you need knowledge of cleaning techniques, basic maintenance tasks, and safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, floor care machinery, and chemical handling is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and good communication skills help ensure efficient and thorough work. These skills are crucial for maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming facilities that support the daily operations of any organization.

What are some common challenges faced by custodial maintenance workers and how can they be managed?

Custodial maintenance workers often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of cleaning tasks within tight schedules, handling exposure to cleaning chemicals, and adapting to varying facility needs. Effective time management and prioritization are key to ensuring all areas are serviced without compromising quality. Workers are typically provided with safety training and personal protective equipment to minimize health risks. Collaboration with other facility staff and clear communication with supervisors help address maintenance issues quickly and efficiently.

What is the difference between Custodial Maintenance Worker vs Janitorial Worker?

AspectCustodial Maintenance WorkerJanitorial Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some certifications in cleaning or safetyHigh school diploma; minimal certifications often sufficient
Work EnvironmentSchools, offices, hospitals, public buildingsSimilar settings, often in commercial or institutional spaces
Job DutiesCleaning, maintenance, minor repairs, equipment operationCleaning, trash removal, basic sanitation tasks
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in public and private institutionsOften used interchangeably with custodial roles in commercial settings

Custodial Maintenance Workers typically perform a broader range of tasks, including light maintenance and equipment handling, whereas Janitorial Workers mainly focus on cleaning and sanitation. Both roles are essential for maintaining clean, safe environments in various facilities.

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Infographic showing various Custodial Maintenance Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,661 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Custodial Maintenance Worker

Tuba City, AZ

DNA-People's Legal Services
Law Firms • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about DNA-People's Legal Servicesexternal

$18.35/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE WORKER (PART-TIME)

LOCATION: TUBA CITY, AZ

DNA People's Legal Services is a non-profit law firm providing high-quality legal services to people living in poverty in the Navajo, Hopi, and Jicarilla Apache Nations, and parts of Northern Arizona, Northwest New Mexico, and Southern Utah. DNA’s main office, as well as DNA’s Fort Defiance branch office, are located in Window Rock, Arizona. DNA also has branch offices in Chinle, Arizona, Tuba City, Arizona, Flagstaff, Arizona, on the Hopi BIA judicial compound near Keams Canyon, Arizona, and Farmington, New Mexico. DNA legal staff practice in tribal, state, federal, and administrative courts. DNA is seeking to hire a qualified individual for our open part-time custodial/maintenance worker position located in our Tuba City, Arizona Office.

REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational requirements are a high school diploma or GED, minimum one year of experience in general maintenance work involving at least one of the skilled trades; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the capability to perform the described duties in building maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: 

  • Reports to the Facilities Maintenance Manager.
  • Performs janitorial duties, daily.
  • Work requires extensive lifting, bending, carrying, loading, unloading, transporting equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Works extended periods of time in an outdoor environment.
  • Performs general maintenance and carpentry.
  • Performs repairs and/or replaces doors, windows, casing, roofing material, flooring material.
  • Perform plumbing activities, installing new plumbing including pipes, drains, tubs, toilets, faucets, sinks, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment.
  • Makes repairs on old plumbing; repairs leaks and breaks; replaces washers and valves; clean and open drains and water lines.
  • The person must be able to transport, set up, and clean a travel trailer. (Preferred)
  • Performs painting activities by preparing surface to be painted including sanding, scraping, patching, priming, and texturing, mixes and applies paints to surfaces; mixes and applies joint compound or plaster;
  • Performs some electrical work; replace light bulbs, ballasts, light fixtures, wall plates, outlets, etc.
  • Services common household appliances.
  • Performs yardwork and landscaping;
  • Performs on-call emergency duties for major outages, and sewer backups, etc.
  • Provides cross training for coworkers and acquires cross training in other trade areas.
  • Provides preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, winterizes and summarizes on heating units and air conditioners.
  • Performs preventive maintenance program through scheduled inspection and servicing of equipment, housing, and facilities.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
  • Travel to other DNA offices to conduct work may require lodging.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 HOURLY RATE: $18.35

 WHAT TO SUBMIT: Employment Application (found at https://dnalegalservices.org/career-opportunities-2/) and/or Resume.

HOW TO APPLY: Email:  HResources@dnalegalservices.org | Direct: 928.871.4151 ext. 5640 Cell: 928.245.4575 Fax: 928.871.5036 (Faxed documents accepted)

Preference is given to qualified Navajo and other Native American applicants. DNA requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. DNA will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.


Salary/Compensation: $18.35 per hour


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