190 Evening Custodian - TEMPORARY

Elma School District; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

I-1433 Sick Leave accrual

Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Job summary

Elma School District is accepting applications for an Evening Custodian at Elma Elementary and Middle Schools. This temporary position covers a leave, with 8-hour days, Monday through Friday, splitting time between the Elementary and Middle Schools.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Washington driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Salary starts at $26.76 per hour with updates forthcoming per the EESP schedule for 2026-2027; benefits include sick leave accrual

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance (employee cost).
• Good communication with supervisors, staff, students, and community.
• Ability to perform custodial duties and lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties for Elma Elementary & Middle Schools.
• Work Mon–Fri, 8 hours per day, 4 hours at each school.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety, follow district policies.
• Collaborate with school staff and administration.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks with quality.

Skills

Team communications

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Basic computer use

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the following classified position:

2026 - 2027

Elma Elementary & Middle Schools

190 Evening Custodian

*TEMPORARY*

Date Posted: 09-03-2026

Category: Classified - Substitute

EESP 2025-2026 Salary Schedule Rate Range:

• $26.76 per hour
• Will be updated per EESP CBA Salary Schedule 2026-2027

Assignment:

• Mon – Fri; 8 hours per day
• 4 hours at Elementary School and 4 hours at Middle School
• Duration: Temporary covering leave (ends upon primary employee's return)

Benefits:

• I-1433 Sick Leave, the employee will accrue at least one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked.
• Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee)
• Ability to work with a team and communicate with supervisors, administrators, staff, students, and the community with tact and diplomacy
• Demonstrate flexibility, caring, respect for others, and a sense of humor; conscientiously model the values of trust and integrity and are a positive role model for students
• Must have the physical stamina and strength to perform custodial duties
• Must have ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must have ability to climb stairs/ladders
• Must have the ability to have arms reaching above head for an extended time
• Able to produce a high volume of work with good quality in a timely fashion
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
• The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position

Required Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities:

• Must possess sufficient physical strength and agility to perform required tasks. Heavy lifting may be required
• Ability to stand or work overhead for long periods of time
• Basic computer experience
• Knowledge of safe lifting procedures and all safety rules and procedures
• Ability to understand job functions in relationship to school district needs
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal or no supervision occasion
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate in English effectively
• Ability to attend to detail and follow tasks through to completion
• Ability to troubleshoot minor problems
• Ability to remain flexible with changes to assignments or situations
• Ability to get along with co-workers, staff, and the public. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the custodial team and assist team members, administrators and public as needed
• Ability to use all necessary equipment and hand-tools, such as broom, mop, squeegee, buffer, polisher, vacuum, saws, drills, mowers, weed eaters, steam cleaner, etc., to perform required tasks.

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are: 504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail], Title IX Officer, Dr Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]

El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Las personas designadas para atender consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación son: Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail] Oficial de Title IX: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]