Open until filled. This is a Regular, 8 hour/day Custodian I position at Hood River Valley High School. The anticipated shift will be 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Mondays-Fridays

Application Process

Current District Regular Employees:Sign into TalentEd as an internal applicant. Submit your letter of interest in TalentEd/Recruit & Hire. Outline your qualifications.

External Applicants (including Substitutes and District Coaches) - TWO OPTIONS FOR APPLYING

Complete an electronic TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application. Include the following:

• Letter of interest addressed to Todd Rainwater, Operations and Facilities Director;
• Include the names and contact numbers for three work references;

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

 Or

 Complete a HRCSD Classified Employment (paper) Application. Submit application to the District Office.  

Application forms are available on the District website (www.hoodriver.k12.or.us) or at the District Office, 1011 Eugene Street, Hood River, OR 97031. Include a letter of interest and the names and contact numbers for three (3) work references. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Job Purpose Statement: The job of “Custodian 1” is done for the purpose of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure. Employees in the “Custodian 1” classification are usually assigned to work during evening hours, but may be required to work other schedules. These employees receive daily lead direction from a site Head Custodian, and are supervised by the District Operations and Facilities Director, and do not supervise others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events (i.e., regular school, community education, special events).
• Cleans district facilities (i.e. offices, floors, classrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, windows, restrooms, sinks, carpets, floors, garbage cans, wastebaskets, gym, cafeteria, and other areas as directed by supervisor, principal or head custodian) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment
• Delivers variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate parties
• Maintains regular and appropriate attendance and is on time for assignments for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the district.
• Informs principal, supervisor, other site personnel and students for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities
• Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site (i.e., unlock & lock doors, secure gates, check windows, turn lights off/on; operate heating plant and equipment)

Other Job Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Repairs furniture, equipment and minor building damage for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition
• Requests equipment and supplies through the supervisor for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities
• May maintain school grounds and operate equipment as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Requirements - Qualifications:

Experience Required: One year prior job related experience in school custodial or institutional building maintenance or related trade.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skills to use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents. 
Knowledge of methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment, and supplies, safe work practices. 
Abilities to stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, adhere to safe work practices, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice, and communicate effectively with students, staff and parents. Maintain satisfactory and predictable attendance. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception.

Bilingual ability in English/Spanish helpful but not required.

Education Required: High School diploma or GED recommended.

Any offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of: 

• Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
• May require a post offer physical abilities assessment.
• Nationwide criminal history verification - a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

The salary range listed below is for the 2024/25 school year. Classified employees who pass the District's English/Spanish bilingual test will earn an additional 5% per hour. The anticipated work shift will qualify for a $.75 cents/hour increase in pay.

Hood River County School District offers a comprehensive benefits program, including family medical, dental and vision insurance, paid sick leave and holidays, and payment into the employee's retirement account. Check out all benefits available to Classified employees on the HRCSD website, under Business Services Department.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.