Custodian - Chief - 20279002

Elementary Chief Custodian IUOE

Two Locations:

CP Early Learning - 6.0 hrs/day

Open Doors Program - 2.0 hrs/day

Anticipated Start Date - 9/1/2026

Hourly Wage Range- $31.99/hr - $33.94/hr

Hours per Day - 8.0

Days per Year - 260

Shift - 6:30am - 2:30pm

Job Title:

Elementary Chief Custodian IUOE

Classification Level: Elementary Chief Custodian IUOE

Reports to:

Building Principal/Custodial Supervisor

Summary of Assignment

Maintains district cleaning standards for the custodial crew to insure a clean, sanitary, comfortable and safe building. Will plan, work with and evaluate the work which is to be accomplished by other custodians within the plant.

Essential Functions

1. Responsible for all housekeeping services of the facility:
Empties trash cans, cleans chalkboards and chalk trays, cleans restrooms and classrooms, dusts and spot mops tiled floor areas, cleans furniture, vacuums and spot cleans carpeted areas, bonnets and extract carpets when needed, cleans sinks, cleans windows, fills all types of dispensers and empties pencil sharpeners, straightens student desks, dusts high and low, changes light bulbs only when more than one custodian is present, changes classroom trash can liners, cleans drinking fountains, washes walls, preps and applies floor finish to tile floors when needed, preps and applies finish and maintains wooden floors where needed, sweeps stairwells, entryways, and thresholds, cleans all custodial equipment at end of shift.

2. Responsible for minor repairs to building and equipment:
Changes air filters, repairs classroom furniture, plans and works with custodian(s) to maintain buildings and grounds to district standards, performs routine painting of wall surfaces where and when needed, performs routine daily maintenance of boiler system if applicable, regulates temperature, humidity, and ventilation within the plant, performs minor repairs to protect the facility from damage, performs additional duties related to housekeeping.

3. Work within established procedures to safeguard and operate the facility:
Orders supplies in sufficient quantity and type to maintain proper operation of plant, works within the established custodial budget assigned to the facility, responsible for building security, responds to emergencies after duty hours as needed, renders assistance to maintenance personnel when requested, responsible for maintaining records and files connected with the operation and safeguarding of the plant, responsible for conducting various checks and sending reports to the Custodial Services office within established time frames or as requested, responsible for work orders and vandalism reports, set-up and tear-down for special events in the building, read utility meters.

4.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Plans, directs and works with custodian(s) within the facility. Provide input to evaluate custodian and substitute custodians assigned to the facility.

5. Perform other duties as required.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Other tasks of a similar level of difficulty and responsibility may be assigned. Also, performance of more difficult and responsible tasks may be required to aid in the development of the employee for future advancement.

Minimum Qualifications

A. Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

2. Must be in the existing Chief Custodial Trainee Program and a secondary level assistant chief custodian.

3. Physically able to perform the duties demanded of a custodian.

4. Experience as a custodian (sweeper).

5. Experience in the minor repair of electrical, plumbing and carpentry areas.

6. Must be flexible to hour or shift changes to provide service for school functions

7. Successful completion of district standard custodial classes.

B. Certification and Licenses

1. Successful completion of fingerprint and background check.
2. Valid Washington State driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

1. Ability to effectively work independently, as well as cooperatively within a team environment.

2. Ability to receive and positively act upon constructive criticism.

3. Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and carpentry repair.

4. Knowledge of and ability to apply district housekeeping standards.

5. Ability to proficiently speak, write, and understand English.

6. Ability to effectively implement written and oral instructions from supervisor and/or principal.

7. Ability to cohesively and respectfully interact with students, staff, parents, administrators, and patrons within a diverse environment.

8. Ability to work flexible hour or shift changes as necessary to provide services for school functions.

9. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Five years experience in commercial housekeeping.
2. Experience in the supervision of others.

Working Conditions

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Employee may be exposed to inclement weather, dust, fumes, dirt, bleach and other…