Tumwater - Lead Custodian

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington 98512
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LEAD CUSTODIAN
Peter G Schmidt Elementary School
6:30AM - 3:00PM
Full Time/Continuing Position
Rate of Pay: $29.59 - $32.38 an hour (25/26 Salary)
Benefit Information

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.


The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

ATTACHMENTS: Current Resume, Cover Letter and 2 Letters of Recommendation


QUALIFICATIONS : Extensive custodial work and leadership experience . High School graduate, preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Custodial and the building administrator: maintain buildings in a clean, attractive, and functional order; establish and maintain effective relationships with school staff. On site point of contact for custodial staff. Observe safety rules and regulations; maintain safe working conditions.Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floors.
2. Vacuum, spot, and extract carpets.
3. Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms.
4. Replace hand soap and paper products, as needed.
5. Collect and dispose of trash and refuse.
6. Clean and sanitize lunchroom tables and seats. Set up and move lunch tables, as required.
7. Clean and disinfect hand washing sinks and water fountains.
8. Clean windows, glass, and mirrors.
9. Remove graffiti, as required.
10. High dust and clean air vents.
11. Clean entryway doors, frames, and thresholds.
12. Pick up litter around building exterior.
13. Replace ceiling light bulbs, as needed.
14. Perform minor repairs, replace HVAC filters, flush eye wash stations, as assigned.
15. Clean garbage containers.
16. Sweep, pressure-wash, remove snow and ice from exterior sidewalks and entryways, as needed.
17. Move district furniture, as required.
18. Observe security of buildings, doors, and windows; report material deficiencies, as needed.
19. Assist with internal and external facility user group events, as needed.
20. Assist Lead Custodian with deep cleaning custodial tasks, as required.
21. Operate and maintain custodial equipment. Report malfunctions, as needed.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by the Custodial Supervisor and/or administrator.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of custodial work.
• Punctual and dependable, maintain attendance requirements per Union/District Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Preferred experience with computer operated building systems, keyless entrance, fire, and sprinkler systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

(NR) Not Required (R) Rarely 1-5% (O) Occasionally 6-33% (F) Frequently 34-66% (C) Constantly 67-100% (S) Sustained

Note: "Sustained" is activity that could be maintained for long periods of time or repeated for days in a row

Physical Activity

NR

R

O

F

C

S

S

Lift/Carry 1-10#s

X

Push/Pull 1-10#s

Lift/Carry 11-20#s

Push/Pull 11-20#s

Lift/Carry 21-35#

Push/Pull 21-35#s

Lift/Carry 36-50#

Push/Pull 36-50#s

Lift/Carry 51-75#

Push/Pull 51-75#s

Lift/Carry 76-100#

Push/Pull 76-100#s

Lift/Carry >100# with assistance

Push/Pull >100#s with assistance

Reach Out

"Assistance" = use of a mechanical device or other person(s)

Reach Up

"Push/Pull" is force exerted to move the item not the weight

Reach Down

Sitting

Handling

Standing

Feeling

Walking

Fingering

Stooping

Keyboard Use

Kneeling

Hearing

Crouching

Near Acuity

Crawling

Far Acuity


Climbing

Depth Perception

Balancing

Color Vision

Tasting/Smelling

Field of Vision

Talking

Environmental

Protection

Weather

Eye Protection

Non weather related:

Fall Protection

• Extreme Heat

Ear Protection

• Extreme Cold

Hard Hat

• Wet/Humid

Respirator

Caustic Chemicals

Steel Toed Shoes

Vibration

Gloves

Odors/Fumes/Dust

Other

Moving Parts

Confined Space

Electric Shock

Tight Quarters

High Places

Radiation

Biohazards

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Basic hand tools, stepladders, vacuum cleaners, wet vacuums, buffers, pressure washers, carpet extractors, and auto scrubbers.


PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal/Supervisor of Custodial
SCHEDULE: Tumwater School District Calendar
SALARY: Tumwater School District Salary Schedule
CONTACT: Human Resources - View phone number on click.appcast.io

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Washington State law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact EdJobsNW at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Officer - Meagan Dawson, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Title IX Coordinator - Wendy Bromley, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator - Deena Alley, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Address - 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.