Custodian - Part-Time (20 Hours)

DPS•Denver, CO

1d•$20

About The Position

Applications will be received until June 30th, 2025. 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 . LOCATION: Assignments are based on applicant's address and job openings within the district. SCHEDULE:Year-round , 4 hours a day shift typically (5:00PM-9:00PM OR 6:00PM-10:00PM) Summer hours differ About this job: The Custodian Part-time works under the direction of the Facility Manager and/or Assistant Facility Manager, cleaning the facility and performing grounds work in accordance with DPS guidelines. May perform minor maintenance activities on facilities and equipment. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed. Competitive starting hourly rate of $20.00 per hour - additional compensation information can be found here . In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Pass a reading test administered by Denver Public Schools
Successfully complete and pass a paid housekeeping course (20 hour course over 5 days)
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.

Responsibilities

Clean, dust, sweep, sanitize, mop, scrub, vacuum, shampoos facility surfaces and floors
Follow proper procedures for chemical and power equipment use, in order to prevent damage and injury.
Remove graffiti, gum and other markings from facility surfaces, and repaints with protective coating.
Check and verify facility security and safety by locking doors, windows and gates; and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
Perform a wide variety of grounds work (e.g., minor irrigation system repair, snow removal and sweeping of walkways, landscape trimming and cultivating, edging and mowing grass, spraying and applying landscape chemicals).
Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, facility systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of the facility does not deteriorate.