Custodian (3:00pm-11:30pm) - Komachin Middle School (Internal Only)

2025-26 Custodian (3:00pm-11:30pm) - Komachin Middle School Employment Begins: 2025-2026 School Year 8.0 hours/day; 5 days/week; 260 days/year Internal Applicants Only STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTION Classification: Custodian – Location: Assigned Building Reports to: Principal or Designee – FLSA Status: Non-Exempt – Bargaining Unit: Custodians This is a standard position description to be used for positions with similar duties, responsibilities, classification and compensation. Employees assigned to the position description may or may not perform all of the essential functions indicated in this position description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Part I: Position Summary The school custodian plays an essential role in maintaining the building and physical plant, and supporting a learning environment that promotes health, attitude and pride of students. In addition to regular building maintenance functions, the school custodian provides direct support to classroom teachers in set up and maintenance of furniture and equipment. The school custodian also serves as a role model for students by displaying a professional, courteous, and helpful nature. Assists in campus security as necessary. The District represents a diverse community. More than 50% of our students arrive with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the District’s diverse populations. Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work The school custodian receives day-to-day direction from the school administrator(s) and receives specific performance requirements from the supervisor for maintenance/custodial. The school custodian operates within district and school policies and procedures, and by applying acceptable custodial standards, Labor and Industry standards, and OSHA standards. Part III: Major Duties and Responsibilities Cleaning Functions: Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, and refinish floors; clean, dust and polish furniture; wash windows and walls; clean restrooms; dispose of rubbish, change lights, etc.; make certain all areas of the building are kept in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition according to industry and/or district standards. Pick up litter within the schools and on school grounds. Assure safety during inclement weather to including shoveling, salting, providing slip protection on wet floors, securing against wind damage, snow removal from roofs, remove debris from down spouts when clogged, etc. Applies cleaning chemicals according to established safety procedures. Adheres to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment. Performs minor repair and maintenance as authorized by district maintenance staff. Removes extraneous dirt/markings from interior and exterior vertical/horizontal surfaces (walls, doors, etc.). Advise building principal/Maintenance Department on matters relating to mechanical equipment and/or building maintenance. Performs minor painting to walls, rails, playgrounds and other areas of the school. Keeps all equipment in a good state of repair and cleanliness. Administrative Functions: Initiate maintenance service requests according to district procedures. Follows through to assure that maintenance is performed in a timely manner. Maintains inventory and request cleaning supplies and materials needed to accomplish assigned tasks. Maintains awareness of energy conservation and make suggestions of methods and procedures to consider energy. Secures equipment and supplies and protects against pilferage, loss, theft, or abuse. Required to follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes. Safety and Security: Periodically inspects, or otherwise maintains awareness of, facility and equipment to detect and prevent injuries or damage. Secures school building to insure proper building security at all times. Lock, secure and code out building at end of shift. Verifies that emergency equipment is maintained and repaired as necessary. Assists in implementing emergency planning and response. Performs other duties as assigned. Part IV: Minimum Qualifications Incumbents must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population. Must have completed an apprenticeship or the equivalent within the specific trade/craft area. Must be trained in First Aid; CPR and defibrillator training may be required. Ability to communicate and maintain good working relations with all District employees, vendors, contractors, and public entities. Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions requiring the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work while responding to interruptions and changing priorities. Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential. Knowledge of state and local codes related to assigned trade/craft. Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and a safe driving record and be able and willing to operate district owned vehicles. Part V: Desired Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience with and knowledge of intrusion alarms, automatic fire alarm/sprinkler systems, HVAC systems and controls (computer controlled type experience preferred). Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements of the Position Employees are frequently required to bend, sit, move about, hear and speak; noise level may be high when operating power equipment; may be required to work in restricted spaces, crawl, climb, and work at heights; required to stand, be on feet, and move around for a full work shift. Ability to work using ladders, scaffolding, mechanical lifts, and district vehicles; can lift up to 60 pounds using appropriate equipment. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. Employee may use safety equipment to prevent injury. Communication may involve radio, electronic, and phone. Ability to use computers for reports, service orders, inventory. Occasionally work in outdoor weather; exposure to wet/humid conditions, fumes, toxins, chemicals, blood, or infectious materials may occur. Insurance Benefits Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Retirement and Deferred Compensation Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). Equal Opportunity Employer North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal 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 Coordinator and Title IX Officer: View email address on click.appcast.io , View phone number on click.appcast.io; Section 504 Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io,View email address on click.appcast.io . Address for both: 305 College St. NE. Lacey, WA 98516. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Effective June 11, 1992, pursuant to Public Law 92544 all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. All employment is considered temporary until receipt of satisfactory check. Proof that the fingerprinting process has begun must be supplied to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. Position Type: Continuing Salary: $26.45 to $31.48 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr