Custodian: Heron Creek

Clackamas Education Service District • West Linn, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The custodian performs routine and specialized cleaning, sanitation, and physical maintenance to keep school facilities, grounds, and fixtures clean, safe, and operational for students, staff, and visitors. The position responds to immediate staff requests and last-minute cleaning needs; performs exterior building maintenance and groundskeeping; completes minor mechanical and building repairs and adjustments; and participates in comprehensive building cleaning and routine maintenance during the summer months.

The position is based at Bolton Primary School in West Linn, Oregon, supporting the Heron Creek therapeutic school program. The schedule is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, on a 220-day year-round calendar. Special custodial assignments are performed under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director and with direction from the Operations Coordinator.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, as required by Oregon Administrative Rules and the Oregon Department of Education.
• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods and the use, care, and safe handling of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Knowledge of the operation of a heating system and equipment.
• Ability to complete bloodborne pathogen training and all federally and state-required training.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions with little supervision.
• Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment skillfully, efficiently, and safely.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students, fellow employees, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding work matters, including records, meetings, and parent rights.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to use and navigate computer technology.
• Ability to complete all district-required training.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in custodial work.
• Bilingual ability. Candidates seeking bilingual salary placement must pass a language proficiency assessment at an intermediate-high to advanced level under CESD guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors and carpets using appropriate equipment.
• Operate specialized cleaning tools, including carpet extractors and pressure washers.
• Clean, dust, and sanitize walls, furniture, woodwork, fixtures, classroom equipment, windows, glass panels, entryways, drinking fountains, metal fixtures, and handrails.
• Empty, clean, and sanitize trash and recycling receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect restrooms, replenish sanitary supplies, and perform plumbing sanitation tasks such as plunging toilets and steam-cleaning heavily soiled areas.
• Clean and sanitize biohazardous materials, including urine, feces, and vomit, following health and safety protocols.
• Clean food service areas, including kitchen and cafeteria floors, sinks, and surfaces, and deep-clean interior refrigerators and freezers quarterly.
• Sweep walkways and entrances, operate leaf blowers, clear refuse from grounds, and pick up litter.
• Replace light bulbs, adjust fixtures, and replace toilet seats or lids.
• Maintain an organized and safe custodial closet; manage cleaning chemical and paper product inventory; and submit replenishment orders to the front office.
• Set up, adjust, and break down tables, chairs, desks, and other furnishings for classroom changes and facility needs.
• Maintain, clean, and properly store equipment used for the work.
• Inspect the building and grounds to identify and report fire, safety, and sanitary hazards to appropriate staff.
• Assist visitors with general directions and complete daily cleaning routes.
• Perform special custodial assignments under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director and with direction from the Operations Coordinator.
• Complete summer building cleaning and routine maintenance.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with a generous district-paid contribution; most employees pay $0 out of pocket to maintain health insurance coverage.
• Retirement through the Oregon Public Retirement System (PERS), including a pension and an Individual Account Program.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays, sick leave, and other personal leave.
• Professional development expense reimbursements.
• The district covers the full cost of fingerprinting for new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED