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.
Substitute Custodian West Fargo Public Schools - 4.1 West Fargo, ND Job Details $17.70 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Confidential information handling Employee relationship building
English Full Job Description JobID:
4619
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian Date Posted:
8/24/2026
Location:
District Job Description Position Title :
Substitute Custodian Location:
District Department :
Maintenance and Custodial Reports To :
Custodian Services Manager Term:
As needed basis
Schedule:
On-call position
Salary:
Salary is a set $17.70/hour Date of last review : August 2026
SUMMARY :
The Substitute Custodian ensures the district buildings and grounds are regularly and thoroughly cleaned, equipment properly maintained, safety standards upheld, and school grounds are maintained to the standards of the district.
To Apply:
Please complete the application and include your resume and three professional references.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Other duties may be assigned)
Collaboration:
Works effectively in a team environment. Develops positive, effective working relationships with learners and staff.
Communication:
Connects and shares ideas through appropriate/applicable formats to express thoughts and ideas with integrity.
Compassion:
Understands the complexities of cultural and global issues and how they relate to employee and learners' experiences. Partners with others to resolve potential controversy and conflict through respectful discussion. Proactively seeks to understand the ideas, opinions, and skills of others.
Creativity:
Connects with team members and shares ideas in an effort to improve the overall learner and employee experience.
Critical Thinking:
Ensures all applicable safety standards are upheld. Reasons, interprets, and analyzes information to generate new knowledge and understanding.
Reflection:
Maintains communication with supervisor and director regarding general feedback, career advancement opportunities, and areas of growth opportunities.
Resilience:
Maintains composure while dealing with stressful situations. Proactively seeks out resolutions and takes initiative to resolve knowledge gaps.
Responsibility:
Ensures overall appearance and cleanliness of the buildings and facilities is retained.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk, and hear. The specific vision abilities required for this role include close and peripheral vision. The employee may be required to lift up to ~50 pounds. The employee must work with the public and various WFPS staff while simultaneously managing several competing demands. The employee will work in an environment that has a quiet to loud noise level. The employee may come in contact with bloodborne pathogens or other bodily fluids on rare occasions. The employee will frequently be exposed to items of high or cold temperatures, chemical compounds, and/or sharp edges. Education and/or
Experience:
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred. Prior custodial experience is preferred. Prior experience working in a school setting is preferred.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondences in the English language. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, expressively, and reactively.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Exercise confidentiality, discretion, and good judgement. Adhere to the assigned work schedule by maintaining regular and punctual attendance.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None. - The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other protected status by law. External applicants are eligible for
ND Veteran's Preference:
North Dakota veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a form DD214, and if claiming disabled veteran's status, a current letter of disability. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices. Applicants who incorporate a holistic perspective and a commitment to inclusion are encouraged to apply.
