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Guest Substitute Custodian-2025-2026

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $26.55
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Work Schedule

On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

This job opening is with Federal Way Public Schools, a reputable educational institution committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for its students, staff, and community. Federal Way Public Schools is dedicated to promoting inclusivity, cultural competence, and equitable treatment across its campuses, ensuring that every scholar feels valued and empowered. The district upholds high standards for professionalism and ethical conduct, making it a respectful and collaborative place to work. The role available is for a Custodian, an essential position within the school facilities maintenance team that supports the health, safety, and functionality of the educational environment.

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Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • reliable transportation
  • criminal background clearance with current fingerprints on file or willingness to be fingerprinted
  • ability to work scheduled hours consistently
  • physical stamina to lift up to 35 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally
  • ability to work unusual hours in emergencies
  • attend pre-employment training
  • ability to perform job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
  • ability to organize and perform job duties independently without close supervision

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • experience with operating custodial or maintenance equipment
  • good communication skills
  • ability to work independently and efficiently
  • understanding of safety and security procedures
  • knowledge of energy conservation measures
  • ability to maintain confidentiality
  • ability to interact harmoniously with community groups and school staff
  • ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • attention to detail
  • commitment to ethical and professional standards of conduct
  • ability to promote cultural competence and equity within the school district

Job Duties

  • perform a wide variety of custodial building and grounds maintenance tasks
  • assume responsibility for a specific area of the building and grounds
  • report any necessary preventative maintenance tasks to the supervising custodian
  • complete work assignments daily and help other workers as necessary
  • know and execute 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
  • assist and work harmoniously with community groups as needed
  • clean all assigned classrooms including vacuuming dusting mopping and spot mopping 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 regularly
  • clean and disinfect fixtures floors and partitions daily in lavatories/locker rooms
  • check and replenish supplies as needed
  • clean and disinfect shower rooms daily
  • clean lockers as required
  • dust mop gymnasium daily and remove scuff marks from walls
  • clean behind bleachers and clean drinking fountains
  • perform inspections of bleachers playground equipment and play areas and complete required inspection forms
  • empty garbage and clean lunchroom after lunch in cafeteria
  • set up and take down cafeteria tables
  • clean kitchen area
  • secure all outside doors and windows at designated times
  • keep head custodian or night lead informed of needed supplies
  • monitor persons entering the building for night activities open and secure designated areas as needed
  • clean and maintain around outside of buildings including flowerbeds gutters drains etc
  • wash windows
  • maintain confidentiality
  • maintain a good work attendance record be punctual and follow district procedures for reporting absences
  • perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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