Custodian/Maintenance Utility - Ashland Ridge Elementary
Custodian/Maintenance Utility - Ashland Ridge Elementary
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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 12800 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: 5.05
Custodian/Maintenance Utility
Position Summary
The Custodian/Maintenance Utility position is responsible for ensuring district facilities are clean organized and safe. This role involves a range of cleaning maintenance and repair tasks to support daily operations special events seasonal projects and emergency needs. Collaboration with the custodial team maintenance staff and building personnel is essential to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students staff and the community.
Job Title: Custodian/Maintenance Utility
Hourly Wage: $18.50/hr.
Hours:3:30 P.M. - 12:00 A.M.
Reports To: Operations and Custodial Manager
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Benefit Summary: D
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to read basic operating instructions.
- Demonstrates a reasonable degree of computer proficiency.
- May be required to possess and maintain a valid Class C Non-Commercial Drivers License contingent upon building assignment and successful completion of a motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
- This position requires that the individual is able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Successful candidates are subject to post-offer pre-employment physical.
Essential Functions
Facility Cleaning and Maintenance
- Cleans facilities and grounds (e.g. classrooms restrooms gyms cafeteria offices pools sports fields multipurpose rooms etc.).
- Performs minor maintenance on custodial and facility equipment (e.g. belts bags furniture repair).
- Assists with general maintenance (e.g. mowing snow removal).
- Performs summer projects (e.g. strip/wax floors painting moving furniture).
- Replenishes classroom and restroom supplies.
Safety and Security
- Monitors work areas to ensure site safety.
- Secures buildings and grounds (e.g. doors gates alarms lights).
- Responds to facility damage vandalism or emergencies.
- Ensures safety protocol compliance.
- Operates district vehicles when required.
Daily Operations and Preparation
- Prepares campus for daily use (e.g. open gates sweep walkways raise flags)
- Sets up/takes down furniture and equipment for school events
- Assists with special campus activities and functions
Collaboration and Communication
- Builds effective relationships with staff students families and community.
- Informs personnel about activities safety concerns and equipment use.
- Responds to inquiries or concerns and directs appropriately.
- Interprets and enforces custodial policies.
Other Functions
- Participates in professional development and training.
- Demonstrates initiative and works independently.
- Maintains confidentiality and integrity.
- Supports district goals and policies.
- Attends work regularly to avoid operational disruptions.
- Responds to emergencies and ensures safe practices.
- May be part of an on-call rotation (Maintenance Utility).
- Other related duties as assigned.
Working Environment
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting carrying pushing pulling climbing reaching driving standing and walking. 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. Successful candidate is subject to post-offer pre-employment physical.
Terms of Employment
Work year established by the District; 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: Justin Mohr Date: June 4th 2025
The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
