Secondary Custodian

SECONDARY SCHOOL CUSTODIAN

Hours per Day: 8 hours per day $26.55 to $30.69 per hour DOE Days of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shift Times: 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm Position Type: Classified/ Custodial Date Posted: 6/17/2026 Location: Federal Way High School Date Available: Upon Hire Closing Date: 07/01/2026 Days per Year: 260 Perform a wide variety of custodial, building and grounds maintenance and cleaning tasks. Assume responsibility for a specific area of building and grounds. Report any preventative maintenance tasks that need to be done to the Head Custodian.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete work assignments daily and help other workers as necessary. Know and execute the building security procedures as needed. Support the maintenance of safe and healthy work/play conditions throughout the campus. Utilize appropriate energy conservation measures. Observe and follow safety and health regulations and District guidelines. Maintain excellent communication with the principal or immediate supervisor. Establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with staff and students. Give assistance to and work harmoniously with community groups as needed.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Classroom Cleaning Clean all assigned classrooms. Vacuum, dust, mop and spot mop when necessary. Empty and clean wastebaskets. Clean chalkboards/whiteboards, trays and erasers when needed. Dust all horizontal surfaces, vents and univents. Clean walls and around doors and light switches when necessary. Dust lockers, beams, etc., regularly. Lavatories/Locker Rooms Clean and disinfect fixtures, floors and partitions daily. Check and replenish supplies as needed. Clean and disinfect shower rooms daily. Clean lockers as required. Gymnasium and Playground Dust mop and wet mop daily and remove scuff marks from walls. Clean behind bleachers and clean drinking fountains. Perform required inspections of bleachers, playground equipment, and play areas, and complete required inspection forms. Cafeteria Empty garbage. Clean lunchroom after lunch, including wiping down tables. Set up and take down cafeteria tables. Clean kitchen area. Security Secure all outside doors and windows at designated times.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Keep the Head Custodian or Night Lead informed of needed supplies. Monitor persons entering the building for night activities; i.e., open and secure designated areas as needed. Clean and maintain around outside of the buildings, including flowerbeds, gutters, drains, etc. Wash windows.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Minimum of 6 months of custodial experience. Additional Requirements Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Criminal background clearance. Excellent safety record.

KNOWLEDGE OF

School board policies and procedures. Computer, phone, and e‑mail skills at a basic level.

ABILITY TO

Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently with or without close supervision and able to pay strict attention to detail. Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences. Speak, read and follow written or verbal communications, and take instructions from supervisor. Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines. Develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff and service providers. Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co‑workers. Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentiality. Relate effectively with parents, staff, students and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community. Organize time, materials, and equipment to work in an efficient, thorough manner. Perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others. Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District. Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools’ commitment to “Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future.” Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The position requires physical stamina, sitting, lifting, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, walking, grasping, holding, cleaning, removing, unlocking, opening, pushing, pulling, hearing, speaking, and writing or keyboarding. Must be able to lift at least 35 lbs. on a regular basis and at least 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position requires operating dangerous mechanical systems and/or machines, exposure to noise, hazardous chemicals, high voltage, inclement weather and varying temperatures. Must be available to work unusual hours in emergencies.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position typically works swing shift Monday through Friday.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to Building Principal and/or Designee.

REPRESENTATION

International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) – Local 286.

LEVEL OF COMPENSATION

Level B on the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Salary Schedule. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Way Public Schools