CUSTODIAL ASSISTANT @ ON TRACK ACADEMY, 8HRS, CONT.

Spokane Public Schools; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB health insurance

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Spokane Public Schools is seeking a dedicated custodian to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming school facilities. You will perform sweeping, mopping, dusting, window cleaning, and basic boiler operation while ensuring health and safety procedures.

The role includes supervising 1-2 site custodial staff, handling events, and adhering to district safety rules. Requires high school diploma and ability to lift 50 pounds; benefits include SEBB health insurance and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and perform labor.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend operational instructions and reports.
• Available for emergency contact and after-hours work as requested.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials safety and disposal procedures.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with scheduling/work order systems.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning procedures and safety rules to keep facilities safe.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop floors, move furniture, dust and clean fixtures.
• Clean gutters, operate cleaning equipment, and help with light maintenance.
• Maintain sidewalks and perform winter de-icing as needed.
• Oversee 1-2 site custodial staff, training and coaching as required.
• Secure buildings and support crisis plans.
• Coordinate event setup and support as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Stamina & physical effort

Reading & writing

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scheduling software

Work order system

Job description

As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers.

• Hours/Day: 8
• Continuing Role
• Daily Start/End times: 1:55PM - 10:25PM
• Anticipated Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Often, positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.

SALARY: LEVEL 2 on the Custodial/Grounds/Warehouse Salary Schedule. Experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school. DOWNLOAD SALARY SCHEDULE

1. Follow expectations outlined in the cleaning and sanitization procedures manual and observe all safety rules and regulations, to ensure a safe and sanitized site for Students and District staff.
2. Duties may include one or more of the following: sweeping, vacuuming and mopping of floors as needed; moving furniture and equipment; dusting, washing furniture/fixtures/flooring/windows, cleaning gutters and drains, operating cleaning equipment, replacing lights, and sanitizing health areas (i.e. bathrooms, locker rooms, drinking fountains, health room).
3. Maintenance of sidewalks and blacktop areas to include watering lawn, weeding garden beds, clearing of snow off sidewalks and steps, and de-icing hard surface areas using snow equipment.
4. Assist with cleaning of boiler, observe running of boiler and know basic boiler operation.
5. May oversee 1-2 site custodial staff, including training and coaching staff in safety procedures, proper cleaning methods, use of supplies and equipment, and addresses performance concerns.
6. Responsible for securing building and performing crisis plan procedures.
7. Monitor building site events schedule, coordinate and perform event setup and support.
8. Other related duties as assigned by head custodian, supervisor, or site administrator.

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, climb ladders, and perform various types of labor in eight-hour shift.
3. Proven ability to read, write, and comprehend operational instructions and write applicable reports.
4. Available for contact in the event of an emergency, and ability to work after hours as requested.
5. Knowledge of hazardous materials and chemicals safety and disposal procedures.
6. Basic computer skills, familiarity with scheduling and work order system.
7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and confidentially with a diverse group of staff and students.

Working Conditions

Requires prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, crawling and other physical exertion. Work on ladders and on low slope and flat roofs, lift and carry heavy supplies, materials and equipment. Possible exposure to elevated noise levels and potentially dangerous conditions. Required to wear protective gear, work outdoors in inclement weather. Requires safety awareness at all times.

1. Work Schedule – Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.
2. Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays – Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement (Collective Bargaining Agreements) as negotiated.
3. Benefits Highlights:
   
   • The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington School districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).
     1. Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
   • Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
   • School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.
     1. Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b)-retirement plan through the district’s plan manager, OMNI.
   • See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/salaries-and-benefits

1. A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees

Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer.

The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, [e-mail] 509-354-7344
• Section 504 Coordinator: Rebecca Doughty, [e-mail] 509-354-7284

Other district contacts:

• ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, [e-mail] 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer: Jodi Harmon, [e-mail] 509-354-7344
• Equal Opportunity Officer: Jodi Harmon, [e-mail] 509-354-7344
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Rebecca Doughty, [e-mail] 509-354-7284

Address: 200 N Bernard Street, Spokane 99201-0282

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