Custodian

School Custodian

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance/Custodial Director and the School Principal, and the immediate supervision of the Head Custodian; this position requires manual work relating to efficient performance of general cleaning and routine maintenance task. This job requires thorough execution of simple cleaning tasks which follow an established routine.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Vacuuming carpet or sweeping and dusting floors in classrooms, offices and halls.
• Emptying all wastebaskets, pencil sharpeners.
• Checking and restocking paper product dispensers (toilet paper/towels) in classrooms and restrooms.
• Sweeping and mopping with disinfectant all restrooms/nurses room floors.
• Cleaning and disinfecting all drinking fountains, toilet bowls, urinals, and sinks as above mentioned plus shining all chrome.
• Cleaning doors, door knobs and windows inside and out whatever necessary.
• Spot cleaning carpets, walls and floors as needed.
• Replacing burned out light bulbs, when needed. Must be able to do some minor electrical and plumbing, however these tasks unless it is an emergency and depending on time should be left and reported/documented for the Head Custodian to perform the next day.
• Checking for vandalism daily and notifying Lead Custodian or Head Custodian depending on the situation of all vandalism to the facility.
• Securing all doors and windows and extinguishing lights when leaving the facility at night.
• Seasonally, helping with small watering chores where needed and in winter helping to remove snow from the steps, walks and entrances to the various buildings.
• Occasionally your assigned areas may have to be modified to clean other areas of the facility due to lack of personnel.
• During vacation periods completely cleaning building interiors and exteriors by the use of various cleaning products and cleaning equipment, using both power and manual equipment. Walls, floors, woodwork, and all windows will be completely cleaned. Paints and redecorates classrooms, halls and other parts of the facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Performance and working relationships include:

• Knowledge of custodial and safety procedures
• Basic knowledge of the operation and maintenance of high and low pressure boilers and basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing in case of an emergency and Head Custodian is not present.
• Skills in verbal and written communications.
• Ability to interact positively and confidently with students, staff and the general public.
• Knowledge of the care of floors, including sealing, waxing, and polishing.
• Willingness to accept direction from Maintenance/Custodial Director and Head/Lead Custodian and respond to constructive criticism.
• Ability to perform above assignments with a very small amount of supervision.
• Ability to climb ladders (either step ladders or extension ladders to a height of 40 feet or the use of the district Genie Lifts.)
• Ability to lift and carry object up to 50 lbs. in weight.
• Ability to be flexible, organized and manage time effectively.
• Must maintain neat, clean personal appearance.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must pass and maintain clearance through a Washington State Patrol/FBI background check.

Conditions of employment include:

• Representation: Public School Employees, Ellensburg Chapter
• Work year: 260 days (includes eligible holidays) – Summer months will be a priority
• Work day: 8 hours per day / May be night shift
• Salary: PSE Salary Schedule

Benefits include:

• Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• Retirement benefits provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• 260 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits to include 12 days of sick leave, three personal leave days and vacation per CBA agreement. Prorated if applicable.

Applicants interested must follow the application procedures carefully. Consideration will only be given to fully completed application files. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply. Ellensburg 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 dog guide 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 and Title IX Coordinator, Rhonda Schmidt, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io ; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Lori Gylling, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. Address for both coordinators: 1300 East Third Avenue, Ellensburg, WA 98926.