Lakeside High School - Head Custodian

Nine Mile Falls School District•Nine Mile Falls, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Building Custodian at Lakeside High School is a trusted role with real ownership of the building. This position is for someone who takes pride in knowing a campus inside and out and understands how much the condition of a school matters to the people in it. Your work helps ensure that each day starts smoothly and that the building supports learning rather than getting in the way of it. You will work with a high level of independence while staying closely connected to school leadership. The work includes coordinating custodial responsibilities, responding to day-to-day needs, and addressing issues as they arise. Some days are routine. Others require flexibility and steady judgment. This role is well suited to someone who notices details, follows through without being asked, and is comfortable being relied upon. Nine Mile Falls School District offers year-round stability in a close-knit school community that values reliability and effort. This position includes competitive union wages, state benefits, and retirement. More than that, it offers the opportunity to be part of a high school where your work is visible and genuinely appreciated. If you are looking for a role with responsibility and purpose, this may be the right fit.

Requirements

Valid Washington Driver’s License.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Computer skills such as using email and dedicated programs that support Maintenance and Custodial.
One year of experience working as a custodian/housekeeper.
Physical ability to lift 75 pounds, walk, stoop, bend, climb ladders, and perform various types of labor in eight-hour shifts.
Ability to willingly follow directions of supervisor/principal up to standard without supervision.
Ability to make sound judgements.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
Demonstrated ability to use time wisely.
Demonstrated skill and experience in collaborating with other employees, developing work schedules, and monitoring multiple work tasks.
Satisfactory overall work record, including attendance and demonstrated dependability.
Verifiable experience working in plumbing, sink repair, toilet repair and other plumbing related repair work.
Verifiable experience in electrical repair, ballast repair and lighting.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with irrigation, fire panels and HVAC would be considered favorable.
Verifiable experience working as a commercial custodian or in a maintenance related field of work.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment where everyone sees the education of children as the mission.
Ability to look at the current environment and willing to suggest areas for improvement.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Daily cleaning of the school building: Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors as needed; move furniture and equipment; dust areas as needed; wash furniture, walls, and fixtures; wash windows; apply floor products; operate cleaning equipment; garbage collection and washing trash cans.
Maintenance: Includes but not limited to: Basic building maintenance, snow removal for Lakeside High School, mowing and grounds care for Lakeside High School.
Public Relations: Being visible in the building such as before school and during lunch, working as a team with staff and community.
Willingness to follow directions of principal, assistant principal, supervisor, without supervision while performing your duties up to standard and participate in planning and organizing work schedules.
Repair: Basic school repairs (ie: bathroom repairs), changing light bulbs, light to skilled maintenance jobs.
Staying organized and communicative as you navigate an ever-changing routine based on master schedules.
Opening and or closing/securing the building (locking classrooms/hallways).
Coordinating schedules and communicating with evening custodian and principal.
Setting up for whole school events. (Gym use)
General Maintenance and Repair.
Addressing Building Safety Concerns.
Support the plan, and help organize the schedule, for non-school time cleaning.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.