Chehalis-Grounds-Maintenance-Custodian and Maintenance-Repair 2026/27

Chehalis School District • Chehalis, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a district-wide, classified, union-represented position combining Grounds/Maintenance/Custodian and Maintenance/Repair duties. The employee works 8 hours per day, 260 days per year, including holidays and vacation days. Anticipated hours are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The role maintains facilities and grounds in safe, clean, comfortable, and operational condition through routine custodial work, repairs, preventive maintenance, inspections, documentation, and response to immediate operational or safety concerns. The position works under the supervision of the Facilities Supervisor.

Pay is based on the PSE Salary Schedule and experience, with compensation split between the two job functions: 50% Grounds/Maintenance/Custodian at $29.68–$39.60 and 50% Maintenance/Repair at $34.23–$45.09. The position reports to the Facilities Supervisor and Director of Business & Operations. Compensation and benefits are governed by the PSE Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable eligibility rules.

Requirements

• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Pass a criminal justice fingerprint/background check; the applicant is responsible for the $84 fee.
• High school diploma or recognized equivalent, such as a GED.
• Prior job-related experience in a school or institutional setting.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used for maintenance and custodial tasks and ability to service and maintain lawn and garden equipment.
• Knowledge of, or experience with, care and maintenance of different floor surfaces, physical plant fixtures, facilities, and basic custodial tools and equipment.
• Ability to use cleaning agents, supplies, and equipment and perform basic math to calculate cleaning-agent dilutions.
• Ability to operate light trucks, tractors, trailers, aerial lifts, and ladders, and willingness to work at heights when necessary.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance on facilities and equipment, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and diplomatically with staff, faculty, students, adults, children, and the public.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work, follow oral and written instructions, work independently with minimal supervision, adhere to safe work practices, and adjust to flexible assignments, sometimes with short notice.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform a variety of tasks.
• Excellent moral character and demonstrated aptitude for successful fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, HVAC and computerized HVAC technology, plumbing, carpentry, security, and communication systems.
• Extensive experience maintaining boiler systems.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools used in crafts; read and interpret plans, blueprints, and schematics; and perform basic math for measurements and quantities.
• Knowledge of craft methods and materials, tools and equipment, applicable building codes, and safe equipment use.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications.
• Ability to perform skilled tasks and establish priorities while working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Job requirements are performed at the site of the required work tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, fertilizing, weeding, pruning, maintaining athletic fields, lining fields for events, and repairing sprinkler systems.
• Operate light power equipment and common landscaping equipment, including power mowers, light trucks, tractors, and front-end loaders.
• Perform minor concrete projects, including form building and mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete.
• Install fences, recreation equipment, pipes, and drains.
• Assist with routine building and equipment maintenance, including minor construction, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, sewage line, welding, equipment adjustment and repair, and boiler maintenance and repair.
• Move furniture, chairs, tables, bleachers, scaffolding, equipment, supplies, and other materials around the district and to job sites.
• Maintain required licenses and permits, including a pesticide application license, and comply with applicable procedures for storing and disposing of waste and chemicals.
• Shovel, plow, or sand walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as appropriate.
• Clean and maintain buildings, including classrooms, corridors, restrooms, sanitary fixtures, drinking fountains, and floors; refurbish or refinish gym floors.
• Report property damage promptly to the Facilities Supervisor or Principal.
• Remain on school premises during authorized non-school-hour building use when attendance is required by the Facilities Supervisor or Principal.
• Before leaving, check that doors and windows are secured and that lights are turned off except those left on for safety.
• Conduct ongoing general upkeep and repair and set up and take down for high school graduation.
• Coordinate with staff to complete projects and work orders efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Direct assigned maintenance support personnel to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on time.
• Inspect facilities, systems, and equipment—including electrical, carpentry, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, security, and communication systems—to identify repairs and support preventive maintenance.
• Install and repair machinery and systems requiring skilled maintenance trades to keep facilities safe, comfortable, and operational.
• Prepare documentation and procure equipment, supplies, and materials needed to complete work.
• Respond to emergencies such as facility damage, damaged playground equipment, and roof leaks to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Evaluate breakdowns and troubleshoot solutions and repairs.
• Treat people courteously and professionally, assist other personnel as needed, design systems or projects for new layouts, request quotations and supplies, and repair furniture and equipment.
• Use a forklift to unload supplies and materials and perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements, and a Dependent Care Assistance Program.
• If eligible, retirement benefits may include membership in SERS retirement plans, a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program, and 403(b) annuity enrollments.
• Paid holidays and paid time off, as outlined in the PSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

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