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.
Custodian
Salt Lake City School District
Custodial Services - South Salt Lake, Utah This job is also posted in Salt Lake City School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5885860
Application Deadline:
Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
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/01
Benefits:
Eligible
Anticipated Start Date:
09/01/2026
Priority Screen Date:
08/24/2026
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Positions Available Multiple Vacancies, Position Open Until Filled
This position is currently located at 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 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.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$34,131 Per Year
Job Requirements
At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required