Elementary Custodian Job Washington area,District of Columbia USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Federal Way Public Schools

Days of the Week:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Shift Times: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Position Type:
Classified/ Custodial
Date Posted: 10/16/2026
Location:

Mark Twain Elementary
Date Available:

Upon Hire
Closing Date: 11/06/2026
Hours per Day: 8 hours per day, $28.40 - $32.57 DOE
Days of the Week:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Shift Times: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Days per Year: 260

This position supports Mark Twain Elementary, Wildwood Elementary, and Meredith Hill Elementary.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CUSTODIAN POSITION SUMMARY

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

Has sole responsibility of the building during designated times.
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.
Operates heating equipment as instructed by superiors.

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 RESPONSIBLITIES

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.

The preceding list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A minimum of 6 months of custodial experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Criminal background clearance
Hold a current Grade IV boiler license for gas-fired or oil-fired boiler, if the building utilizes a boiler for the heating system
Excellent safety record

KNOWLEDGE OF

School board policies and procedures
Operation and maintenance of electric heating system, if the building utilizes electric heat
Computer, phone, and e-mail skills at a basic level

ABILITY TO

Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently 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…