Custodian

Job Overview

The Custodian position supports Vallivue School District by ensuring students and staff experience a safe, clean, and comfortable learning environment. This role involves facility maintenance, cleaning, minor repairs, grounds upkeep, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Board-determined experience in plant operation, maintenance, cleaning systems, repairs, security, HVAC, carpet care, housekeeping, and safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of material safety data sheets and asbestos abatement protocols.
• Physical capability for extended standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting; moving furniture and equipment; lifting objects up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 90 pounds; ladder climbing.
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and perform cleaning and minor repairs.
• Motivated, able to work under pressure and deadlines while maintaining positive relations with students and staff.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to maintain confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities

• Open and secure buildings daily; ensure doors/windows locked and lights off.
• Verify exit doors open and panic bolts function correctly during occupancy.
• Operate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems appropriately and efficiently.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance and repairs; report major issues to supervisors promptly.
• Move furniture/equipment as needed for school activities.
• Perform thorough cleaning of classrooms, offices, library, faculty rooms, corridors, bathrooms, locker rooms, cafeteria, windows, and fixtures daily.
• Replenish paper and soap supplies in restrooms.
• Maintain clean and orderly maintenance closets.
• Use supplies and chemicals safely following manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain exterior grounds including sidewalks, driveways, playing areas; snow removal and salting as required.
• Perform groundskeeping tasks such as grass cutting, tree trimming, leaf raking, and litter removal.
• Carry out summer tasks like gutter cleaning and painting.
• Display the U.S. flag on school days.
• Keep detailed records, communicate necessary repairs between shifts, and follow legal requirements related to safety, environment, and waste disposal.
• Wear district mandated uniform when required and remain on site throughout shift.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and emergency assistance.

Additional Information

• This is an "employment at will" role as defined by the district.
• A criminal background check and fingerprinting are mandatory; felony convictions defined by Idaho Code disqualify applicants.
• Performance appraisals conducted annually by maintenance supervisor and/or building principal.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• $30,000 life insurance with option for additional coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Unlimited sick leave accumulation.
• Personal, bereavement, professional leave, and vacation as applicable.
• Credit reimbursement up to $300 annually.