Custodian

Job Posting Title Custodian Employee Type Regular Recruiting Start Date 06-04-2026 Job Exempt? No Recruiting End Date 06-11-2026 Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana! Job Description Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Campus is currently looking for a Custodian. Our ideal candidate will have some prior custodial or housekeeping experience. While this position will have a regular full-time shift, candidates must have the flexibility to work weekends, holidays & non-shift hours if needed. Job Summary Entry-level position that works with direction and supervision to perform general custodial services, event set up services (interior & exterior), and provides assistance to other custodians as needed. Essential Responsibilities Custodial Services Reviews work to be performed in advance with Custodian II/III to ensure understanding of work-related risks and proper mitigation to ensure safety. Assists or performs custodial services by performing simple duties of lesser skill. Assists with assembling materials and tools for work to be performed. With guidance, prepares work areas for work to be performed, and cleans work areas, machines, and equipment following work completion. With guidance, assists other Custodians in performing a wide range of custodial services. With direction, may independently perform general custodial services. Safety Attends all technical and safety- training, including on-the-job training, uses all PPE, and adheres to safety guidance. Reviews work to be performed in advance with Custodians II or III to ensure understanding of work-related risks and proper mitigations to ensure safety. Reports all safety hazards to supervisor and/or immediately corrects if able to. Administrative Participates in campus and department events and activities as scheduled. Adheres to all employee handbook protocols and policies including mandatory reporting. Constructively identifies and suggests ways to improve organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency. Position Requirements Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed. High School Diploma/GED. Good work ethic, including punctuality and good attendance. Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and knowledge; ability to demonstrate increasing competence with training and experience. Willingness to accept and follow directions. Ability to read and comprehend training materials. Ability to read, understand, and follow safety instructions. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate after-hours school-related functions and activities. Demonstrated values of inclusion. Preferred Qualifications Valid Driver's License. Basic computer knowledge. Physical Requirements Often requires physical work; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Often requires walking/standing, bending/crouching/reaching/etc., and at times sitting. Manual dexterity and strength to work with hand tools. Working Conditions Work may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and contact with hazardous materials, dust, dirt, smoke, unpleasant odors, loud noises, etc. Often work outdoors and indoors. Works in partnership and as a team with other Custodians in performing a wide range of custodial services Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday in the afternoons and evenings, but morning or weekend hours maybe required to meet goals and objectives. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned. For internal use only: #LI-CAR Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS. Work Year 12 Pay Range 20.73 - 27.48 Hourly Compensation and Benefits Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs. At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information. Primary Location Hawaii Campus City, State Keaau, Hawaii Additional Locations Kamehameha Schools offers a dynamic, innovative and collaborative work environment for growth-minded individuals who embrace culture and diversity. Deeply committed to shaping a thriving and vibrant future for Native Hawaiians, Kamehameha Schools aims at finding the right people for the right roles, who bring talent and passion to our mission. Our workforce is comprised of full- and part-time, on-call, and seasonal employees who work in various positions at locations across Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina (group of islands), including three K-12 campuses, 29 preschools, and other regional and support offices. Learn more about us at