What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at La Center School District?
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Custodian supports the district’s mission by performing a wide variety of general custodial services for the purpose of providing a safe and sanitary learning environment and enabling full educational use of district facilities at all times.
Terms of Employment: Full-Time, 260 days per year; the current work schedule is Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. with a 30-minute unpaid meal break. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the district.
Terms of Employment: Full-Time, 260 days per year; the current work schedule is Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. with a 30-minute unpaid meal break. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the district.
- This position is covered by the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties will vary based on the assignment, and may include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Vacuum, dust, mop, sweep, clean windows and walls, clean bathrooms, pick up and empty trash/recycling, change lights, fill soap and paper product containers
- Perform deep cleaning of high-traffic and high-occupancy areas as necessary
- Perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs to furniture and fixtures as needed
- Set up, take down and/or move a wide variety of equipment and furniture for events, assemblies, food service, public use of school facilities, and other functions
- Secure and/or lock building doors according to established procedures
- Perform major cleaning of facilities during designated school breaks, including floor finishes, furniture, equipment and minor repairs to prepare buildings for the return of students and staff
- Transport various items using the district-owned vehicle to ensure availability of materials required at a job site
- Assist maintenance personnel with painting as needed
- Assist other maintenance and/or custodial personnel as required to ensure an effective and efficient work environment
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community partners
- Attend required trainings
- Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and traits of a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment
- Provide a safe learning environment for all students
- Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position
- Perform other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- A valid CPR card, or the ability to obtain a valid card upon hire, is required
- Valid state-issued driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Successful completion of a basic skills assessment may be required prior to offer of employment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of appropriate methods, procedures, materials, and safety practices required to perform general custodial duties
- Ability to operate a variety of cleaning equipment and tools required to perform the functions of the position
- Ability to perform minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions for the safe, appropriate operation and use of products and equipment
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions of the position
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse population of staff, students, families, and community members while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and supporting an atmosphere of warmth, cooperation and service to others
- Demonstrated ability to treat all staff, students, parents, and community members with dignity
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and staff
- Strong self-initiative with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a flexible and cooperative manner in order to build and maintain effective teams and partnerships
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions, and determine resolutions and/or action plans
- Punctual with the ability to meet deadlines, adapt quickly to change and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all district matters
- Understand and implement district safety procedures
- Ability to incorporate working knowledge of Board Policies E-1 through E-4 into daily practice
- Ability to learn and follow school district policies and procedures
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Significant lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity are required
- Ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds with assistance
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Salary: The current starting wage is $24.06 per hour after successful completion of a probationary period of 60 working days/480 hours of employment (whichever is less). The probationary wage is $21.65 per hour. Pay rates thereafter are based on the SEIU Salary Schedule.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their qualified dependents. Employer-paid basic life, long-term disability, and AD & D insurance are available to the employee only. Additional benefits include retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement and optional supplemental benefits including supplemental life, long-term disability, FSA, DCAP, and deferred compensation. Paid leave benefits include two (2) days of personal leave and twelve (12) days of sick leave per school year, pro-rated based on the employee's hire date. Twelve paid holidays include: Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, the day preceding Christmas; New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and 4th of July. Additional available paid leave benefits and terms of paid holidays are governed by the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
La Center School District No. 101
725 Highland Road PO Box 1840
La Center, WA 98629
725 Highland Road PO Box 1840
La Center, WA 98629
La Center School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal 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:
Lauri Landerholm, Civil Rights Coordinator, 2001 NE Lockwood Creek Rd, La Center, 360-263-2136
Matt Cooke, Title IX Officer, 725 NE Highland Rd, La Center, 360-263-1700
Carrie Lindsey, Section 504 Coordinator, PO Box 1840, La Center, 360-263-2131
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