Custodian

About the job

Work Calendar: 242 Days

FTE: 1.0 (40 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Contract

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Reports To: Head Custodian

Starting Wage: $34,131 annually

Salary Schedule/Lane: 71/C

Benefits: Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 11/02/2026

Priority Screen Date: 10/18/2026

Two Positions Available

Multiple Vacancies, Position Open Until Filled

This position is currently located at Highland and West, but may be assigned to other district locations based on departmental needs.

JOB SUMMARY

The Custodian maintains an attractive, sanitary, and safe facility for students, staff, and the public, provides equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities, and events, and minimizes property damage, loss, and liability exposure.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.  Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:

• One (1) year of job-related experience

• Must be 18 years old or older

• Speak, read, write, present professionally, analyze, understand, and interpret written and verbal communications in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

*These are examples of skills and experience that the best-qualified candidates may have.  Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration. *

• Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver’s license and evidence of insurability

• Experience following safety practices and procedures, including industrial cleaning methods, Team Cleaning, Integrated Pest Management (I.P.M.), and Green Cleaning concepts

• Spanish or other language proficiency, includingthe  ability to read, write, speak, and understand

• Basic experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) and experience using data-based software

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean assigned school facilities (e.g., classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) to maintain a sanitary, healthy, safe, and attractive environment while utilizing industrial cleaning methods, team cleaning, I.P.M., and Green Cleaning concepts and cleaning tools such as Protexus Electrostatic sprayers with Pathosans cleaner

• Prepare facility for daily operations (e.g., opening gates, building access doors, disarming security systems, raising flags, crosswalk signs, minor repairs, etc.) to ensure facilities are operational and safe for occupancy

• Arrange furnishings and equipment to provide adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities, and events

• Assist the Head Custodian with snow removal to maintain a safe environment

• Assist the Head Custodian in maintaining supplies and equipment (e.g., cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) to maintain a sanitary, healthy, safe, and attractive environment

• Participate in meetings and training (e.g., bloodborne pathogens, cleaning solvents, floor care, first aid, etc.) to receive information on current or updated procedures

• Repair minor furniture and equipment damage to ensure that items are available and in safe working condition

• Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, injured and ill students, alarms, etc.) to take appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintain a functioning educational environment

• Secure facilities and grounds to minimize property damage, equipment loss, and potential liability to the district

• Substitute for the Head Custodian as needed when Assistant Head Custodians are not available to provide coverage that supports efficient department operations

• Communicate effectively and efficiently with diverse groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and positive working relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and other district employees

• Work under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information, and meeting deadlines

• Support a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the position

• Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required

• As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds

• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing.  This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, contact us at Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services, and employment, including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations, and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340 You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.