2026-27 #2 Custodian

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

Job summary

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 Maintenance & Operation in Benton City, WA, is hiring a Custodian for the 2026-27 school year. The role requires maintaining school facilities, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and performing repairs. Starting date is immediate with Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day.

Salary ranges from $23.36 to $25.96 per hour. Email [e-mail] for inquiries. Qualifications include high school diploma, valid WA driver's license, ability to lift up to 50–75 pounds, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of maintenance/grounds/custodial skills is expected.
• Ability to organize time effectively and work independently.
• Must read/write English and follow instructions, perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school buildings and areas, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and upkeep.
• Secure buildings as needed and conduct regular facility inspections.
• Set up for special programs and perform repairs as required.
• Move equipment and furniture as needed and perform general labor.
• Collaborate with students, staff, and administrators and follow district policies.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Time management

Physical fitness

English literacy

Communication

Attendance reliability

Self-starting

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 #2 Custodian

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5961976 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 City School District policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. 1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. 2. Can provide references that verify dependability and relevant past work experience.
3. 3. Has knowledge of and can demonstrate general maintenance/grounds/custodial skills.
4. 4. Demonstrates ability to organize time well (self-starter).
5. 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. 6. Must have valid Washington State Driver's License with good driving record, which will be confirmed by Driver Abstract.
7. 7. Able to get along with others (students, staff, parents) and communicate effectively.
8. 8. Demonstrated ability to read and write in English, and follow directions/instructions and perform basic math calculations.
9. 9. Demonstrated ability to present a positive image for the District and willing to follow District policies and procedures.
10. 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. 1. Accomplish all tasks in a professional manner.
2. 2. Secure building as needed.
3. 3. Conduct regular inspections of the facility and report needed repairs on work order forms.
4. 4. Set up for special programs.
5. 5. Make repairs as needed.
6. 6. Perform general labor as needed: i.e. moving equipment, desks, tables, etc.
7. 7. Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor.
8. 8. Work cooperatively with students, teachers and administrators.
9. 9. Possess basic operational knowledge of and ability to operate Custodial/Maintenance equipment.
10. 10. Perform all other related duties as assigned by supervisor pertaining to job classification.
11. 11. Enforce and uphold all District and Building policies, rules and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. 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. 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 assessmentmay 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]