Custodian Swing Shift 2026-27 - BHS/Enatai - Split Assignment (Internal Applicants Only)

Bellevue School District • Bellevue, WA

5d • 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. Assignments may vary according to facility and department needs. This is a 260-day annual assignment of 40 hours per week, covered by a collective bargaining agreement, with a stated wage of $32.96 to $33.96 per hour based on the negotiated agreement.

The role reports to and is directly supervised by the Building Administrator and Custodial Manager and/or Custodial Supervisor. The position requires two years of verifiable, paid commercial building custodial experience and a high school diploma/GED or strong evidence of reading, writing, and communication skills. One year of public school experience is preferred. No license is listed as required.

Custodians use district equipment and supplies, follow cleaning and safety practices, and provide basic customer service. The job involves sustained physical work, including lifting and moving objects, and may expose employees to mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noise.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or strong evidence of reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Two years of verifiable, paid commercial building custodial experience.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and understand oral and written directions within the scope of the job.
• Ability to maintain a close and responsive relationship with building management, head custodians, and operations lead personnel.
• Ability to operate hand and power district equipment and handle fragile items carefully.
• Ability to practice safety precautions and perform duties in accordance with applicable Board policies, District requirements, and legal requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to perform sustained physical work, move with agility, and work while standing on a stepladder and/or lift.
• Ability to maintain positive public relations and a willing attitude when dealing with staff and the community.
• Ability to work different shift times as required throughout the year.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

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 walkways, and keep grounds clean.
• Perform minor on-site equipment maintenance and report issues, including unstopping sinks and replacing burned-out light bulbs and tubes.
• Secure the building by checking its 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 requested by the building administrator, custodial manager or supervisor, or head day custodian.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Long-term disability and life insurance eligibility based on 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED