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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$35,686 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
•Applications will be received until September 15, 2026 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org .
•About this job: Working under the direction of the Facility Manager and/or Assistant Facility Manager, cleans facility and performs grounds work in accordance with DPS guidelines. May perform minor maintenance activities on facility and equipment.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
Salary Range:
$19.290 . Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
What You'll Do:
Communicates and coordinates with school staff, students, and the community in accordance with District Success Factors. Checks and verifies facility security and safety by locking doors, windows, and gates; reports unsafe conditions to supervisor. Cleans, dusts, sweeps, and vacuums facility surfaces and floors. Gathers, picks-up, and empties facility, classroom, and grounds trash. Removes graffiti, gum, and other markings from facility surfaces. Assists in routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, facility systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of facility does not deteriorate. Performs limited grounds work (e.g., minor irrigation system repair, snow removal, and sweeping of walkways and parking lots, landscape trimming, and cultivating). Assists school and facility personnel with moving school related items; distributing supplies, materials and equipment; and assembling and installing furniture and equipment. Prepares facility for scheduled use. Perform other duties as requested
What You'll Need:
Student Worker/Intern no degree required Must be a current student between the ages of 14-18 (older ok if still in high school). Age certificate completed by the school is required for students 14-15. One positive reference from a current teacher or school leader from school where student currently attends is required. Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
Benefits
- Dental Insurance