Tumwater- Crew Chief Custodian 26-27

Tumwater School District•Tumwater, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Tumwater School District No. 33 is hiring a Crew Chief Custodian for Tumwater High School. This continuing position is scheduled for 8 hours per day and 260 days per year, following the Tumwater School District calendar. The listed 2025–2026 salary rate is $28.40–$31.05 per hour. Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Custodial and the building administrator, the Crew Chief Custodian maintains the building in a clean, attractive, functional, and safe condition; develops effective relationships with school staff; and serves as the evening shift’s first point of contact for custodial concerns and facility user groups. The position also conducts quality-control checks of evening custodians’ work areas, performs routine custodial and minor maintenance tasks, and reports facility or equipment issues. Applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation. The position remains open until filled; the district may make a hiring decision after the initial screening, which is scheduled after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The job description may change as employer needs and job requirements change.

Requirements

Extensive custodial work and leadership experience.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and skills in custodial work, including facility operations.
Punctuality, dependability, and ability to meet attendance requirements under the Union/District Collective Bargaining Agreement.
State and FBI background clearance required.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation is preferred.
Experience with computer-operated building systems, keyless entry, fire systems, and sprinkler systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain buildings in a clean, attractive, and functional order and establish effective relationships with school staff.
Serve as the evening shift’s first point of contact for custodial concerns and facility user groups.
Observe safety rules and regulations and maintain safe working conditions.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floors; vacuum, spot-clean, and extract carpets.
Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms; replenish hand soap and paper products as needed.
Collect and dispose of trash and refuse, and clean receptacles as needed.
Clean and sanitize lunchroom tables and seats; set up and move lunch tables as required.
Clean and disinfect hand-washing sinks and water fountains; clean windows, glass, and mirrors; remove graffiti as required.
High-dust and clean air vents; clean entryway doors, frames, and thresholds; pick up litter around the building exterior.
Replace ceiling light bulbs, perform minor repairs, replace HVAC filters, and flush eyewash stations as assigned.
Conduct quality-control checks of evening custodians’ areas of responsibility.
Maintain exterior sidewalks and entryways; sweep, pressure wash, and remove snow and ice as needed.
Submit emergent repair work orders as needed.
Move district furniture and supplies as needed.
Observe building security, including doors and windows, and report material deficiencies as needed.
Assist with receiving district and commercial deliveries.
Operate and maintain custodial equipment and report malfunctions as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by the Custodial Supervisor and/or administrator.
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.