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Pitt County Schools

Custodian at Chicod

Greenville, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

You must also maintain the cleaning equipment and ensure everything needed for cleaning the school is stocked and ready. Your job also includes working with other members of the custodian team to ...

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.

School Custodian

Deland, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

If you're passionate about maintaining clean and safe environments, apply now to become a School Custodian at CSG! EEO Statement CSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to ...

Marquardt School District 15

Custodian

Glendale Heights, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Reskin Elementary School Date Available: 06/01/2026 Marquardt SD 15 is accepting applications for 2 PM school custodian's at Reskin Elementary School. Please contact Marcos Rosales, at MRosales@d15 ...

Pitt County Schools

Custodian at Northwest

Greenville, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

School Principal / Head Custodian Term of Employment: TBD Supervises: No one Performance Evaluation: Performance to be evaluated annually by the principal, head custodian, and the bus supervisor ...

Lodi Unified

Custodian at Lodi High School

Lodi, CA · On-site

$21.24 - $25.83/hr

CUSTODIAN BASIC FUNCTION: Perform a variety of cleaning tasks in an assigned school; perform ... Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Carrying, pushing or pulling custodial equipment.

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How much do custodian at school jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for custodian at school in the United States is $17.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a custodian at a school do?

A custodian at a school is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors. Their duties include cleaning classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas, as well as performing minor repairs, disposing of trash, and ensuring that supplies are stocked. Custodians may also help set up for events, handle snow removal, and report any safety hazards or maintenance needs. Their work is vital to the daily operation and overall well-being of the school community.

What are some common challenges faced by school custodians, and how can they be addressed?

School custodians often face challenges such as managing multiple cleaning and maintenance tasks within tight timeframes, responding to unexpected spills or accidents, and ensuring all areas meet health and safety standards. Effective time management and clear communication with teachers, administrators, and other staff members can help prioritize urgent needs and coordinate efforts. Regular training on proper equipment use and safety procedures also helps custodians address these challenges efficiently while maintaining a safe environment for students and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a custodian at a school, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Custodian at a school, you need knowledge of cleaning techniques, basic maintenance skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, chemical handling procedures, and safety protocols such as OSHA standards is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication help custodians work efficiently and interact positively with staff and students. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment.

What is the difference between Custodian At School vs Janitor At School?

AspectCustodian At SchoolJanitor At School
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications in cleaning or safetyHigh school diploma or equivalent; similar certifications in cleaning and safety
Work EnvironmentSchool buildings, classrooms, hallways, and facilitiesSchool buildings, classrooms, hallways, and facilities
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, school districtsEducational institutions, school districts
Common Search & ComparisonCustodian At School vs Janitor At School

Custodian At School and Janitor At School are often used interchangeably, both involving cleaning and maintenance in educational settings. The main differences are minimal, with both roles requiring similar credentials and working environments. Typically, the terms vary regionally or by employer preference, but both serve to keep school facilities clean, safe, and functional.

How to become a custodian at school?

To become a school custodian, applicants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant custodial or maintenance experience. Many schools require knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and the use of cleaning tools and equipment. Some positions may also require background checks and physical ability to perform cleaning tasks.

Is a custodian at a school a good job?

A school custodian is responsible for cleaning and maintaining school facilities, often working during evenings or weekends. The job provides steady employment, requires physical activity, and may offer benefits such as health insurance and paid time off, making it a stable option for many workers.
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Infographic showing various Custodian At School job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,564 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Head Day Custodian at School of Engineering and Arts

Robbinsdale Area Schools

Golden Valley, MN • On-site

$30.36 - $31.48/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Bus/Head day custodian
Date Posted:
8/13/2026
Location:
SEA School of Engineering and Arts
Date Available:
as soon as possible
Closing Date:
Open until filled
POSITION AVAILABLE
Head day custodian at School of Engineering and Arts
Category IA, $30.36 to $31.48 per hour plus benefits based on the custodial contract
8.5 hours per day (6:00 am-2:30 pm) with 8 hours of paid time and 30 minutes of unpaid lunch time
52 weeks per year
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Supervise building custodian staff, maintain building systems and equipment, direct and oversee preventative and day-to-day building maintenance, ensure overall building cleanliness, and supervise building security and operations safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Report directly to Director of Building and Grounds (or designee), work direction from building principal and program director of Buildings and Grounds.
  • Perform preventative maintenance service and troubleshooting of facility systems, including mechanical and electrical equipment in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Perform minor adjustments and repairs to facility systems in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Perform, when assigned to a building with a boiler heating system, boiler system tending services in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Operate, schedule and utilize building security systems in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Operate, schedule and use building HVAC and lighting automation control systems in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Utilize electronic work order system to submit work requests and accurately enter data in work order system to document repair and preventative maintenance work task hours, materials utilized, condition status and task completion information and to identify and address open work orders.
  • Set up rooms for conferences, classes and special events.
  • Operate and utilize custodial equipment to maintain facility cleanliness and sanitation of assigned building areas.
  • Maintains favorable public relations as a representative of Robbinsdale Area Schools.
  • Monitor site conditions and perform custodial care activities on building exterior walkway systems, plazas and stairs in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Maintain cleanliness and condition of assigned area following district standards and guidelines for use of equipment and materials.
  • Perform proper care and cleaning of equipment and tools in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Monitor and secure building door security systems, respond to building alarms, perform triage response, and perform tasks in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Comply with established timelines, procedures and quality for completion of assigned tasks.
  • Use work time efficiently and effectively.
  • Execute initiative in recognizing and performing tasks that need attention or that require completion.
  • Follow district safety standards and guidelines when performing position responsibilities.
  • Practice fiscal responsibility related to efficient use of materials, care of equipment, recycling, energy conservation, and inventory control.
  • Lead other custodial staff to efficiently perform and complete assigned work in the absence of the building supervisor.
  • Complete and sign employee evaluation forms.
  • Carry District cell phone in a District provided case that is powered on and charged during work hours. Work with head night custodian and Buildings and Grounds office to ensure that calls regarding facility alarms, curtailment events and emergencies are received and responded to outside of work hours.
  • Demonstrate the competencies listed in Attachment A of this posting within 30 days of employment in the position,
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Candidate needs to reside within 30 miles of the assignment facility to help address building alarm, service, and curtailment needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate, diagnose, troubleshoot and respond to building system service needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and perform position responsibilities with a minimum of supervision.
  • Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, building staff and visitors.
  • Ability to follow schedules and adjust priorities based on needs and, when emergencies occur, triage the situation and perform essential tasks to address the situation.
  • Sufficient reading skills to read and comprehend material data sheets, building plans, specifications and operation and maintenance manuals.
  • Mechanical aptitude and skills to perform service, troubleshooting and repairs to facility systems.
  • Prior maintenance experience.
  • First class boiler's license (current, posted and maintained) required, or willing and able to obtain within an agreed timeline.
  • Ability to view building electronic work order, energy management and security systems and acutely check status, enter required data and accurately set occupancy schedules and door lock/unlock schedules to help ensure that systems operate in accordance with the needs of the district and in accordance with the district standards and guidelines.
  • Knowledge of district current cleaning products, equipment and tools and their proper use and cleanup.
  • Able to attend work regularly and report to work in a timely manner.
  • Ability to listen and detect noise related indications of equipment problems or distress.
  • Ability to effectively perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of building equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and district standards and guidelines.
  • Ability to efficiently and safely operate snow removal equipment and to apply deicing materials in accordance with district standards and guidelines.
  • Ability to properly control and use hand tools, test equipment, powered tools and powered equipment required for facility maintenance.
  • Ability to retain facility training information and to consistently follow district standards and guidelines for facility systems.
  • Report early and coordinate snow removal. Participate in snow removal.
  • Attend district meetings, mandated training sessions and participate in a positive manner.
  • Attend district mandated training sessions.

DESIRED TRAINING
  • VoTech education or training in building maintenance or construction of electrical or mechanical systems is desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to routinely perform strenuous labor.
  • Frequently utilize test equipment, hand tools, power tools and powered equipment for building maintenance service and repairs.
  • Willing and able to use PPE when required.
  • Frequently lift and move tables, desks and chairs weighing up to of 50 pounds.
  • Frequently lift cartons, boxes and buckets weighing up to of 50 pounds.
  • Frequently climb flights of stairs.
  • Frequently carry and use a back-pack vacuum.
  • Frequently access and use vertical fixed ladders and folding ladders to a height of 16 feet.
  • Periodically access and use movable vertical lift equipment and scaffolds to a height of 25 feet.
  • Periodically access and perform maintenance work on building rooftop areas.
  • Periodically access and perform work in building tunnel systems.

ATTACHMENT A
Head Day Custodian
  1. Ability to demonstrate complete competency and adherence to district standards and guidelines within 30 days of employment in the position for use of district facility work order software system to:
    1. Report on a timely basis: facility deficiencies, malfunctions, and/or hazards with an accurate, detailed description that identifies the specific location of the issue, details of the issue, details of requested service and its respective prioritization level.
    2. Enter completed facility work orders.
  2. Ability to demonstrate complete competency and adherence to district standards and guidelines within 30 days of employment in this position for use of the Building Control System to:
    1. Review and adjust building control system to reflect dates and hours of actual building occupancy, special events and permit events.
    2. Monitor building control system front and graphics to confirm proper operation and function without alarms and consistent with district guidelines for temperature/humidity set points and their respective occupied/non-occupied set-points.
  3. Ability to demonstrate complete competency and adherence to district standards and guidelines within 30 days of employment in the position to:
    1. Remember assigned-unique Lenel System username and password and to execute the log-on to the Lenel System without any public display of that login information.
    2. Schedule doors to lock/unlock for a programmed special event period without changing the default door schedule for other weekly door schedules in the Lenel Time Schedule System.
    3. Review existing schedules to prevent overriding of existing schedules that are required to remain in effect for building programming.
    4. Investigate system malfunction of a programmed door schedule in the Lenel Time Schedule Systems.
    5. Utilize the emergency lock/unlock feature in the Lenel Door Access Control System;
    6. If the security keypad does not display "Ready to Arm" when arming the building security intrusion system, employee needs to recognize that a normal security arming procedure will not be acceptable. Rather, the employee needs to utilize the system keypad check menu and troubleshoot/resolve the problem in accordance with the district procedures for arming/disarming building security intrusion systems. Contact others when assistance is required to resolve facility problems. When extensive facility services are needed and others have been informed of the facility service need, proceed to force arm.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply on-line at www.applitrack.com/rdale/onlineapp
POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.
Anh Tran
Human Resources Program Director
4148 Winnetka Avenue North
New Hope MN 55427

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