Tumwater - Lead Custodian Job Tumwater area,Washington USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue
• Tumwater, Washington 98512

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)

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.

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.

Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floors.

Vacuum, spot, and extract carpets.

Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms.

Replace hand soap and paper products, as needed.

Collect and dispose of trash and refuse.

Clean and sanitize lunchroom tables and seats. Set up and move lunch tables, as required.

Clean and disinfect hand washing sinks and water fountains.

Clean windows, glass, and mirrors.

Remove graffiti, as required.

High dust and clean air vents.

Clean entryway doors, frames, and thresholds.

Pick up litter around building exterior.

Replace ceiling light bulbs, as needed.

Perform minor repairs, replace HVAC filters, flush eye wash stations, as assigned.

Clean garbage containers.

Sweep, pressure-wash, remove snow and ice from exterior sidewalks and entryways, as needed.

Move district furniture, as required.

Observe security of buildings, doors, and windows; report material deficiencies, as needed.

Assist with internal and external facility user group events, as needed.

Assist Lead Custodian with deep cleaning custodial tasks, as required.

Operate and maintain custodial equipment. Report malfunctions, as needed.

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

Physical activities required include:

Lift/Carry 1-10#, 11-20#, 21-35#, 36-50#, 51-75#, 76-100#, >100# with assistance.
Push/Pull 1-10#, 11-20#, 21-35#, 36-50#, 51-75#, 76-100#, >100# with assistance.
Reach Out, Reach Up, Reach Down, Reach Over.
Standing, Sitting, Walking, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Climbing.
Physical activities such as the above are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical activity frequency of these tasks is rare 1-5% to sustained 67-100% as required.

Environmental and exposure factors include weather conditions, eye protection, fall protection, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet/humid conditions, caustic chemicals, vibration, odor and fumes, moving parts, confined space, electric shock, tight quarters, high places, radiation, and biohazards. Protective equipment such as eye protection, ear protection, hard hat, respirator, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and other protective gear may be required.

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 -

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified…