2026-27 #1 Custodian

Maintenance & Operation; Benton City (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 is seeking a 2026-27 #1 Custodian in Benton City, WA. The role focuses on maintaining school buildings, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and repairs, with duties defined by district policies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, valid WA driver’s license, and ability to pass a background check. Employment is full-time, Monday–Friday 8 hours per day, with hourly pay listed as $23.36–$25.96.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• References verifying dependability and past work experience.
• Knowledge of general maintenance/grounds/custodial skills.
• Ability to organize time and be a self-starter.
• Physically capable of heavy/sustained lifting and climbing ladders.
• Washington State driver’s license with clean record.
• Able to get along with students, staff and parents and communicate effectively.
• Read/write English and follow directions; perform basic math.
• Present a positive image and follow district policies.
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, dependability; self-discipline.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish all tasks in a professional manner.
• Secure building as needed.
• Inspect facility regularly and report repairs.
• Set up for special programs.
• Make repairs as needed.
• Perform general labor (moving equipment, desks, tables).
• Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Work cooperatively with students, teachers and administrators.
• Operate custodial/maintenance equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold district and building policies and regulations.

Skills

General maintenance/grounds/custodial

Time management

Effective communication

English literacy

Self-starter

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Dependability

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 Maintenance & Operation - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

2026-27 #1 Custodian

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 Maintenance & Operation - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kiona-Benton City School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5961975
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Maintain schoolbuildings and areas,and efficient management of the facility as to usefulness, appearance, safety hazards, cleanliness, and repairs. Other job-related duties will be assigned. The custodial position will perform all duties of the position within the scope of Kiona-Benton CitySchoolDistrict policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Can provide references that verify dependability and relevant past work experience.

3. Has knowledge of and can demonstrate general maintenance/grounds/custodial skills.

4. Demonstrates ability to organize time well (self-starter).

5. Physically able to do required work which could include some heavy and sustained lifting, squatting, bending, stooping, carrying, possible climbing of ladders, and other functions that are physically difficult and demanding.

6. Must have valid Washington State Driver's License with good driving record, which will be confirmed by Driver Abstract.

7. Able to get along with others (students, staff, parents) and communicate effectively.

8. Demonstrated ability to read and write in English, and follow directions/instructions and perform basic math calculations.

9. Demonstrated ability to present a positive image for the District and willing to follow District policies and procedures.

10. Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability; evidence of ability to be a self-starter and self-disciplined.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Accomplish all tasks in a professional manner.

2. Secure building as needed.

3. Conduct regular inspections of the facility and report needed repairs on work order forms.

4. Set up for special programs.

5. Make repairs as needed.

6. Perform general labor as needed: i.e. moving equipment, desks, tables, etc.

7. Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

8. Work cooperatively with students, teachers and administrators.

9. Possess basic operational knowledge of and ability to operate Custodial/Maintenance equipment.

10. Perform all other related duties as assigned by supervisor pertaining to job classification.

11. Enforce and uphold all District and Building policies, rules and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, kneel or crouch, bend and twist, use hands, and talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

2. The noise level in this work environment is moderate. It may be dusty. The person may be required to spend time in the outside elements as required to perform his/her position.

BENEFITS: Information can be located at https://www.kibesd.org/human resources.

SPECIFIC DETAILS:

Monday-Friday / 8 hours per day. Skills assessment may be administered at time of interview.

The Kiona-Benton City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kiona-Benton City School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Any inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer, Title II and Section 504 Coordinator, the District's Special Services Director, at 1105 Dale Ave., Benton City, WA 99320; contact number [phone]. A copy of the district's appeal/grievance procedure is available upon request from the District Office (WAC 392-190-060). Verification of identity, United States work authorization, and Washington State Patrol/Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint process must be completed before employment commences (pursuant to RCW 28A.400) Candidate selected will be employed on a temporary basis subject to completion of the background check.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $23.36 to $25.96 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Bernardo Castillo , Maintenance/Operations Supervisor
• Maintenance & Operation
• Email: [e-mail]