General Skilled Trade Laborer•District Wide Ankeny Community School District

MAINT/CUSTODIANS

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Job ID:

5853158

Application Deadline:

Aug 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.

JDE:

5.07 General Skilled Trade Laborer Purpose Statement The role of General Skilled Trade Laborer is to create a clean, orderly, and safe environment by performing a wide variety of grounds and maintenance activities on building campuses. Our team ensures each campus is attractive, sanitary, and safe for students, staff, and visitors. Duties may include performing daily cleaning operations, assisting and preparing our grounds for activities and campus events, and working collaboratively with the custodian team, maintenance team, building team and activities team.

Job Title:

General Skilled Trade Laborer Hourly Wage:

$21.00/hr.•some overtime required•may include athletic events

Hours:

6:30 AM•3:00 PM

Reports To:

District Operations

Wage/Hour Status:

Non-Exempt

Benefit Summary:

D

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED, preferred Ability to read basic operating instructions Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in basic techniques of maintenance and grounds care Demonstrates a reasonable degree of computer proficiency Turf management experience, preferred Pesticide Application License or willingness to obtain within the first 90 days of employment Pool Operator Certification or willingness to obtain within the first 90 days of employment Essential Functions Management and maintenance of all district sports fields and accessories. Cleans and cares for campus grounds for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment. Setup and maintenance of irrigation equipment on athletic fields. Monitors activities in and around work areas for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety. Performs minor, job related, maintenance on campuses and grounds equipment, for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items. Prepares facilities for daily operations for the purpose of ensuring building and grounds are operational and hazard free. Mows and cares for campus lawns and school grounds. Adjusts, repairs, and services lawn mower equipment, as needed. Assists with snow removal, as directed by the Maintenance Manager/Operations Department. Substitutes in the absence of any custodian or maintenance personnel and/or any maintenance position, as needed. Serves on the on-call rotations, as directed by the Maintenance Manager/Operations Department. Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution. Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability. Informs site personnel for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of facilities and equipment. Attends meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions. Other Functions Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision. Demonstrates integrity and maintains confidentiality. Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and works well with other custodians on jobs that require more than one person. Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff, students, and visitors. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the Ankeny Community School District safety program. Supports the goals and objectives of the school district and follows all district policies. Demonstrates the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations. Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution. Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working Environment Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This position requires that the individual is able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress. Responsibility Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform position functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services. Terms of Employment Work year established by the Superintendent; Salary according to schedule adopted annually. Clearances Background Clearance Evaluation Job performance will be evaluated annually, as per district policies and procedures The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Approved by: Jason Steinkamp Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of the District to provide equal employment opportunities and not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age or marital status in its employment and personnel practices. The job categories where the representative groups are underrepresented.

Position Type:

Full-Time Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required