Airport Floor Techs and Custodians

Airport Floor Techs and Custodians

Salary

$16.15 - $20.81 Hourly

Location

Airport Terminal, Boise, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07656

Department

Airport

Division

Custodial Services

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

The Boise Airport is growing! To keep pace with the growth of our city and meet the demands of our community, the airport is undergoing a multi-million-dollar capital expansion plan to accommodate future transportation needs. If you like working in a fast-paced environment with 24/7 operations, the City of Boise is recruiting dedicated Airport Custodians and Floor Technicians.

Custodian: $16.15-$18.92

Floor Technician: $17.53-$20.81

Shift differential is available for swing and night shifts.

Successful candidates will be hired as either a Custodian or a Floor Technician based on experience

CUSTODIAN Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of:

• maintaining cleaning equipment and products;
• general cleaning procedures; airport security protocol;
• mixing rules and regulations of cleaning chemicals and solutions;
• safety and cleaning products and equipment.

Ability to:

• work on ladders and scaffolds up to 20 feet high;
• remove and lift large amounts of trash and other waste;
• operate power tools and equipment such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, side-by-side buffers and lifts;
• identify safety and security hazards;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

FLOOR TECHNICIAN Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of experience working in the custodial field

Knowledge of:

• the operation of various floor cleaning equipment; general cleaning procedures; airport security protocol; mixing rules and regulations of cleaning chemicals and solutions.

Ability to:

• troubleshoot and address equipment issues;
• operate power tools and equipment, such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, side-by-side buffers and lifts;
• identify safety and security hazards;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Licensing And Other Requirements (both positions)

• Complete Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Certifications for 100 & 700 Courses within six months of being hired.

Special Requirements (both positions) - Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Transportation Security Administration background check (SIDA)

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family (an estimated $10,000 - 20,000 value)
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Essential Functions

Custodian Essential Functions:

Performs routine or repetitive tasks with specific instructions and set procedures. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Cleans and stocks restrooms. Vacuums waiting areas, stairwells, escalator grids, elevator tracks and walkways. Cleans carpets by extraction and carpet spotting. Picks up trash and empties trash receptacles. Wipes tables and chairs. Spot cleans windows, stainless columns and trim. Mops and sweeps hard surface floors and performs scrub and wax recoating. Cleans up spills and tenant lease spaces. Interacts with the public and provides information or directs them to appropriate personnel. Reports and follows up on safety issues identified during shift inspections.

Shovels snow. Keeps hard surface floors dry during wet conditions to avoid safety concerns for passengers and tenants.

Maintains awareness of airport security. Watches for and responds to unattended baggage or package items, security door alarms, possible security breaches, odd or suspicious behavior from passengers, and dangerous or prohibited items found in trash, restrooms and waiting areas. Assists operations and responds to emergencies.

Floor Technician Essential Duties:

Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Is capable of performing all duties of a Custodian, and provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group, as needed.

Operates and maintains a variety of floor cleaning equipment, such as industrial scrubbers, polishers and vacuums, ensuring they are in optimal working condition.

Performs routine inspections, troubleshoots issues and coordinates repairs with maintenance personnel as needed.

Cleans airport floors, including but not limited to terminals, hallways, restrooms and public areas, utilizing specialized equipment. Addresses spills, stains and other cleanliness concerns promptly and efficiently.

Works collaboratively with the custodial team to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive approach to airport cleanliness.

Coordinates with colleagues to schedule and prioritize floor cleaning activities to minimize disruptions to airport operations.

Maintains accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance activities and inventory of cleaning supplies.

Provides regular reports on floor cleaning activities, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.

Interacts with the public and provides information or directs them to appropriate personnel.

BOTH positions performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

CUSTODIAN Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge of:

• maintaining cleaning equipment and products;
• general cleaning procedures; airport security protocol;
• mixing rules and regulations of cleaning chemicals and solutions;
• safety and cleaning products and equipment.

Ability to:

• work on ladders and scaffolds up to 20 feet high;
• remove and lift large amounts of trash and other waste;
• operate power tools and equipment such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, side-by-side buffers and lifts;
• identify safety and security hazards;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

FLOOR TECHNICIAN Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of experience working in the custodial field

Knowledge of:

• the operation of various floor cleaning equipment; general cleaning procedures; airport security protocol; mixing rules and regulations of cleaning chemicals and solutions.

Ability to:

• troubleshoot and address equipment issues;
• operate power tools and equipment, such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, side-by-side buffers and lifts;
• identify safety and security hazards;
• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
• perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Licensing And Other Requirements (both positions)

• Complete Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Certifications for 100 & 700 Courses within six months of being hired.

Special Requirements (both positions) - Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Transportation Security Administration background check (SIDA)

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision and distance vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases, or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical hazards and work in/at heights. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids, and chemicals.

This position works: day, swing, or night shifts

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• Required participation in PERSI Base Plan retirement benefits with standard employee and City contribution rates
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants
• Alternative transportation incentives

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

01

Please select which answer best describes your experience working in the custodial field.

• No related experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• More than 3 years of experience

02

What kind of floor equipment do you have experience using?

• No related experience
• Floor Scrubbers
• Carpet Extractors
• Side-by-side Buffers
• Lifts

03

Please describe your experience working as a custodian in an industrial or large-scale facility (such as warehouses, plants, airports, schools, or similar). Include the types of equipment, cleaning chemicals, or floor machines you have used, and any specialized cleaning tasks you were responsible for.

04

Are you available to work varied hours including morning, swing, graveyard, and weekend shifts?

• Yes
• No

05

Please select when you are available for work: (Select all that apply)

• I am interested in the day shift (5:30 am - 2:00 pm)
• I am interested in swing shift (1:30 pm - 10:00 pm)
• I am interested in the graveyard shift (9:30 pm - 6:00 pm)
• I am interested in any available shift.

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org