Find & Apply For Janitor / Cleaner Jobs in Weippe, Idaho

Vacancy Announcement Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and community-minded Custodian to join our team. In this role, you do much more than maintain a building—you help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where young students can learn, grow, and thrive. As a vital part of our school community, you will ensure that classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, and playgrounds are safe and sanitary. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a sharp eye for detail, and a warm, friendly demeanor, as you will interact daily with students, teachers, and parents. If you take pride in your work and want to make a positive impact on the lives of children every day, we want to hear from you! Job Duties

Classrooms & Common Areas:

Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust classrooms, offices, hallways, and the media center daily.

Restroom Maintenance:

Clean, sanitize, and stock all student and staff restrooms multiple times a day to ensure strict hygiene standards.

Waste Removal:

Empty trash, recycling, and compost bins daily, replacing liners and safely disposing of waste in designated outdoor dumpsters.

Lunchroom Turnover:

Clean and sanitize lunch tables, benches, and floors between lunch periods to maintain a clean eating environment for students.

Spill Response:

Promptly clean up food and liquid spills during breakfast and lunch hours to prevent slips and falls.

• Securing the

Building:

Lock and unlock doors, windows, and gates according to school schedules to maintain campus security.

Groundskeeping:

Inspect playgrounds daily for safety hazards or debris; sweep entryways, clear walkways of snow/ice (seasonally), and keep the perimeter litter-free.

Minor Repairs:

Perform basic, routine maintenance tasks such as changing lightbulbs, tightening loose screws, or fixing minor desk/chair misalignments.

Supply Management:

Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and paper products, notifying the lead custodian when stock is low.

Event Setup:

Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and audio equipment for school assemblies, parent-teacher nights, and special student events.

Summer Duties Washing Windows:

Wash all windows inside and out.

Painting:

Repaint classrooms as needed and touch-up scuffed or faded walls, door frames and hallways.

Carpet Cleaning:

Thoroughly vacuum, pre-treat and steam-extract all carpeted areas in classrooms and offices.

Classroom Relocation:

Move furniture out of classrooms for custodial/maintenance needs and return/organize items before the new school year. Job Requirements & Physical Demands

• This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand and walk for extended periods, and safely handle standard commercial cleaning chemicals
• Applicants must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Selected applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test Salary Starting hourly rate: $16.

08 Benefits Employee medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage paid 100% by the district. Family benefits paid at 80% coverage. $20,000 employee life insurance and $2,000 dependent life insurance paid by the district. Eligible for PERSI retirement

Schedule:

This is a full-time, year-round position. Work days are Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day

Application Deadline:

October 6, 2026

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Pay:

From $16.08 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person