Custodian Swing Shift (Part Time) 2026-27 - Jing Mei Elementary (Internal Applicants Only)

Bellevue School District • Bellevue, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs custodial work in and around school buildings to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient educational facility. The position reports conditions beyond the employee’s control and assists staff and community groups. This is a part-time swing-shift assignment at Jing Mei Elementary for 30 hours per week on a 260-day annual assignment. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and reports to the Building Administrator and Custodial Manager and/or Custodial Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or strong evidence of reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Two years of verifiable, paid commercial building custodial experience.
• Knowledge of district equipment maintenance, cleaning methods, safety practices, equipment and supplies, basic customer service, and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and understand oral and written directions within the scope of job responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain a close and responsive relationship with the building manager and/or head custodian and operations lead personnel.
• Ability to operate hand and power district equipment and handle fragile items carefully.
• Ability to practice safety precautions and perform minor maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance; perform sustained physical work; move with agility; and work while standing on a stepladder and/or lift.
• Ability to maintain good public relations by demonstrating a positive and willing attitude when dealing with staff and community.
• Ability to work different shift times as required throughout the year.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and District and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Satisfactory background checks with prior employers and professional references, criminal history background check including fingerprinting, and sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; employment is also contingent on Bellevue School Board approval.
• Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• One year of public school experience.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and scrub floors; clean and maintain equipment.
• Empty and clean pencil sharpeners, trash bins, and recycling bins.
• Clean and maintain furniture and fixtures; wash windows; vacuum carpets, curtains, blinds, and furniture; and shampoo carpets.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and keep them supplied with paper towels and soap.
• Clean assigned offices and classrooms.
• Move furniture and equipment and arrange tables and chairs for special events.
• Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling.
• Shovel snow, sweep and wash walks, and keep grounds clean.
• Perform minor maintenance on site equipment or report issues, including unstopping sinks and replacing burned-out light bulbs and tubes.
• Secure the building by checking the exterior, locking doors, closing windows, turning off lights, exhaust fans and other equipment, and setting alarms.
• Assist staff and community groups.
• Perform other related work as required by facility conditions or as requested by the building administrator, custodial manager/supervisor, or head day custodian.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility based upon 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Vacation.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED