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Alpine School District

Head Sweeper - Elementary

Lehi, UT · On-site

$15.61 - $19.18/hr

River Rock Date Available: 11/26/2026 Custodian - Head Sweeper Elementary Non-contract, no benefits ... students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; overseeing the ...

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Head Sweeper - Elementary

Head Sweeper - Elementary

Alpine School District

American Fork, UT

$15.61 - $19.18/hr

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Re-posted 4 hours ago

Alpine School District (Utah) rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

202nd of 575 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Custodian - Head Sweeper Elementary
Non-contract, no benefits
Hours a day: 7
Hourly rate: $15.61 - $19.18 Depending on qualifications and experience
Contact Information:





  • Name: Kirk Johnson
  • Phone: 385-579-6395
  • Email: kirkrjohnson@alpinedistrict.org


The job of Custodian - Head Sweeper Elementary is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; overseeing the preparation of facilities for classroom activities and campus events; overseeing and supporting assigned custodians in the performance of their assignments; and ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner.
Essential Functions


  • Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, pools, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
  • Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
  • Distributes custodial supplies and equipment for the purpose of disseminating materials to custodial staff and/or storage locations.
  • Lifts up to 80 pounds and may push/pull up to 150 lbs. for the purpose of site maintenance, material distribution, and safety.
  • Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of custodial items required to properly maintain facilities.
  • Oversees facility maintenance activities and assigned custodial personnel for the purpose of ensuring functions are performed efficiently in compliance with site requirements and established standards.
  • Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
  • Prepares written materials (e.g. supply requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, inventory records, time sheets, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or relating activities to administration for action.
  • Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
  • Requisitions equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently.
  • Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
  • Trains assigned personnel for the purpose of developing professional trade and safety awareness skills.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements:

  • age 16+
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Job related experience is required


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