Custodial Worker

Salary: $19.48 - $29.22 Hourly
Location : Public Works, 3200 W Route 66, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Tenure & Benefit Eligible
Job Number: 094-26-02
Division: Public Works
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Work Week: Varied hours Monday-Sunday with Days and Swings shifts
Post-offer Requirements: Background

Physical

Fingerprints

Essential Job Functions Test (Human Performance Evaluation)-Lift Test

Tetanus

Tuberculosis

Hepatitis A & B

MVR
Budgeted Min: $19.48
Budgeted Max: $24.35


Description
Help Keep Flagstaff Shining - Join Our Team! The City of Flagstaff is now hiring 8 Custodial Workers to make a meaningful impact across our community by helping maintain the facilities that serve residents, visitors, and City staff every day. We are seeking reliable, safety-focused individuals who take pride in creating clean, healthy, and welcoming environments. Under general supervision, Custodial Workers are responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of city-owned buildings, including offices, restrooms, public spaces, and specialized facilities. This important role supports approximately 900,000 square feet of City facilities and plays a direct part in ensuring safe, sanitary, and well-maintained spaces for employees and the public. If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that helps keep Flagstaff at its best. Apply today!
Examples of the Work Performed
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK PERFORMED

• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, scrubs, and sanitizes floors, restrooms, offices, lobbies, hallways, and common areas
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including fixtures, partitions, and floors; restocks paper products and soap dispensers
• Empties and removes trash and recycling; replaces liners as needed
• Wipes down surfaces, windows, mirrors, doors, and furniture on assigned schedule
• Performs periodic deep-cleaning tasks including floor stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet extraction
• Operates commercial cleaning equipment including floor buffers, auto-scrubbers, wet/dry vacuums, and pressure washers
• Reports damage, needed repairs, or safety hazards to the supervisor promptly
• Assists with setup and cleanup for special events at city facilities
• Handles, stores, and disposes of cleaning chemicals in accordance with material safety data sheets (MSDS) and city policy
• Maintains custodial storage closets in a clean, organized, and locked condition at all times
• Completes daily task logs and other required documentation accurately
• Participates in required safety meetings, training programs, and performance evaluations
• Performs related duties as required

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Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate
• One (1) year of custodial, janitorial, or building maintenance experience; OR
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Valid driver's license

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Experience performing custodial, janitorial, or building cleaning duties in a public, commercial, municipal, educational, or similar environment
• Experience operating and maintaining commercial custodial equipment, supplies, and tools
• Training or experience in workplace safety practices, including chemical handling, hazard communication, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Experience using electronic work order systems, mobile devices, or other technology to receive and track assigned work

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona class D driver's license
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of service.
• Must be willing and able to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Incumbents are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and post-employment random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol testing.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection, and comply with the city's respiratory protection program, including fit-testing requirements, if applicable

Supplemental Information
CURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.

Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $40,518.40 - $60,777.60, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of 12%
• 457 Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers

P lease note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.

The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!
The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.

INSURANCE
Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.

RETIREMENT
Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.


DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may make pre- or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click
01


Please select the option that best represents your combination of education and work experience.

• High school diploma or GED plus at least one (1) year of experience.
• Associate's degree or higher, or completion of at least 60 college semester credits

02


Please indicate your highest level of education.

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree or 60 college credits
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

03


How many years of professional experience in custodial, janitorial, or building maintenance experience do you have?

• None
• Zero to less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

04


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05


How many years of paid work experience do you have using electronic work order systems, mobile devices, or similar technology to receive, update, and track assigned work?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years.

06


How much paid work experience or formal training do you have in workplace safety practices, including chemical handling, hazard communication, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

• No experience or formal training
• Less than 1 year of experience or less than 8 hours of formal training
• At least 1 year of experience or 8-24 hours of formal training
• At least 3 years of experience or more than 24 hours of formal training
• At least 5 years of experience that included regular application of these safety practices

07


How many years of paid work experience do you have handling, storing, and disposing of cleaning chemicals in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

08


Which of the following commercial custodial equipment have you operated as part of your paid work experience? Select all that apply.

• Floor buffer/burnisher
• Auto-scrubber
• Wet/dry vacuum
• Pressure washer
• None of the Above

09


How many years of paid work experience do you have performing routine maintenance (such as cleaning, inspecting, changing pads or filters, or reporting repairs) on commercial custodial equipment?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

10


This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following hourly range: $19.48 - $24.35. Are you okay with that pay range?

• Yes
• No

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