Custodian - Intermediate School, Evening Shift
About The Position
North Marion School District is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Custodian to help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming school environment. This position plays a vital role in supporting student learning and well-being by ensuring that classrooms, common areas, and school grounds are well cared for and ready for daily use. Custodians work closely with school staff and administration to create a positive atmosphere where students, staff, and the community feel comfortable and supported. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. North Marion School District offers the best of both worlds—a close-knit, small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregon’s surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive, welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve. If you’re looking for meaningful work in a district that values people, place, and purpose, we encourage you to apply and consider joining the North Marion team. North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, and/or disability. An employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Successful background and criminal history clearance
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently
- Willingness to learn proper cleaning methods, equipment use, and safety procedures
- Ability to operate custodial equipment (or willingness to be trained)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive school culture
- Ability to perform physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds (occasionally up to 100 pounds), frequent standing, walking, bending, and moving equipment
- Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to cleaning chemicals and occasional bodily fluids
Responsibilities
- Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, hallways, gyms, and other school areas
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, wax, and maintain floors as assigned
- Clean windows, walls, doors, furniture, and fixtures
- Empty trash and recycling; ensure proper disposal of waste materials
- Maintain restroom cleanliness and restock supplies
- Set up and take down furniture and equipment for school events and activities
- Perform minor repairs and report maintenance needs or safety concerns
- Maintain school grounds, including litter removal and seasonal tasks (e.g., snow/ice removal, basic landscaping)
- Secure buildings by locking/unlocking doors and monitoring facility safety
- Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with safety standards
- Maintain inventory of custodial supplies and notify supervisor when replenishment is needed
- Respond to spills, accidents, and other immediate custodial or safety needs
- Work collaboratively with staff to support daily school operations
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions
- Perform other related duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
