Job Description:

Job ID: 4538 | Posted: 11/9/2026 | Position type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian | Location: Gussner Elementary | Available: Immediately | Closing: Open until filled | Wage: $18.62 to $19.25/hour, full-time, 12 months

Jamestown Public School District has an opening for a Head Custodian at Gussner Elementary.

The Head Custodian position is responsible for leading custodial operations and supporting building-level maintenance to ensure the school's facilities, equipment, and grounds are safe, clean, and functioning efficiently. This role performs preventive maintenance, minor repairs, safety monitoring, and coordination with administration and the maintenance department.

Desired applicants should have good communication skills and enjoy working in a school environment.

This is a full-time position working 12 months a year. Benefits include state retirement, health insurance, life insurance, dental/vision insurance, and paid leaves.

Starting hourly wage for this position is $18.62 to $19.25/hour, depending on experience.

Please contact Mr. Jeff Meissner at 701-252-3846.

Apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/ndseec/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37936&category=Maintenance%2FCustodial

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Ability to lift and move 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.

Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment, including snow blowers and scissor lifts.

Effective communication and organizational skills.

Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the public.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facility & Equipment Maintenance: routine inspections of building interior/exterior, roofs, playgrounds, and grounds; preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment; replace filters and check belts, motors, pumps, boilers, furnaces, and water heaters; safe scissor lift use; monitor fire alarm systems and extinguishers; inspect kitchen equipment.

Custodial Operations: lead, coordinate, and support custodial staff, including scheduling and training; emergency cleaning; maintain cleanliness of floors, restrooms, locker rooms, windows, walls, boards, and fixtures; keep custodial closets organized; move and arrange furniture for events.

Grounds & Seasonal Maintenance: remove snow, ice, and debris from entryways, sidewalks, and exits; operate snow blowers and apply ice melt/sand; assist with mowing, trimming, and lawn care; check the building for roof leaks after weather events.

Inventory, Documentation & Supplies: order and maintain supply inventories; proper storage, labeling, and handling of chemicals and SDS documentation; support hazardous materials, Right to Know, and asbestos procedures.

Coordination, Communication & Safety: report vandalism, unruly behavior, and safety hazards to the building administrator; coordinate with contractors and maintenance staff; assist with safety inspections, accident investigations, and staff safety training; support emergency planning; assist with annual summer maintenance project lists.

Other: ensure building security by opening and closing facilities; raise and lower flags; perform additional duties as directed by the Building Administrator or Director of Maintenance.

Jamestown Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran's Preference.