Custodian Jobs

About The Position

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 plant equipment maintenance, cleaning methods, safety practices, equipment, and supplies.
• 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 cleaning and polishing 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 more than 50 pounds with assistance; perform sustained physical work; move with agility; and work while standing on a stepladder.
• Ability to maintain positive public relations and a willing attitude when dealing with staff and community members.
• 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.
• Positions typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Heavy work involving exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• May be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Nice To Haves

• One year of public school experience.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, seal, and finish floors; dust furniture and equipment; clean pencil sharpeners and wastebaskets; polish furniture and fixtures; wash windows; vacuum carpets, curtains, blinds, and furniture; and shampoo carpets.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish 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 trash; clean chalkboards and erasers; shovel snow; sweep and wash walks; keep grounds clean; and water lawns and shrubbery.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including unstopping sinks, replacing burned-out light bulbs and tubes, and replacing faucet washers.
• Secure the building by locking doors, closing windows, turning off lights, exhaust fans, and other equipment, and setting alarms.
• Assist staff and community groups.
• Report conditions beyond the employee’s control to a supervisor.
• Perform other related work as required by facility conditions or as requested by the building manager and/or chief night or head day custodian.

Benefits

• Medical insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Dental insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Vision insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Long-term disability insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Life-insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Vacation.
• Paid holidays.