Custodian

Skagit Academy; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB benefits

403(b) plan

Leave provisions

Retirement eligibility

Job summary

Mount Vernon School District 320 Skagit Academy in Mount Vernon, WA seeks a Custodian to maintain clean, safe facilities. Work year is 200 days with 7 hours per day; shifts are 3:00-6:00 at Skagit Academy and 6:00-10:30 at MBMS, with lunch and travel time included.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; prior school custodial experience preferred; valid WA driver’s license and CPR/First Aid ability. Benefits include SEBB coverage and optional 403(b) plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to read in English and interpret safety, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work in a school environment and follow district policies.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, scrub, mop, wax, polish; operate floor machines as needed.
• Vacuum rugs and carpets; clean walls, windows and fixtures.
• Move and arrange furniture; assist in ordering janitorial supplies.
• Perform basic maintenance and coordinate with Head Custodian for repairs.
• Lock/unlock buildings; inspect and report any issues; monitor lights and HVAC.

Skills

English reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900424

Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BENEFIT INFORMATION

• Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year.
• Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months.
• Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

Selection for interview is based on evaluation of complete application file. Employment offer is based on employee evaluations, discipline history and attendance records, training and experience, references, and interview results. Hourly rate placement contingent upon verification of related WA public school experience.

This position is included in the classified staff non-supervisory bargaining unit. Union shop requirements and the Collective Bargaining Agreement apply to this position.

Employment contingent upon completion and verification of form information and background check with fee to be paid by applicant.

Pay for contracted classified employees is distributed once/month on the last business day of the month. Pay for employees who work less than full year is spread through August. Questions concerning pay processes may be directed to the Personnel Office.

Job Description:

Custodian

Responsible to: Maintenance Supervisor and Building Administrator

Work Year: 200Days, 7.00 hours/day

This position is shared between Mount Baker Middle School and Skagit Academy. The hours are 3:00-6:00 at Skagit Academy and 6:00-10:30 at MBMS. Lunch and travel time built in to the schedule.

General: Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, building administrator and/or the Head Custodian, participate in the work of keeping school buildings and facilities properly maintained, clean and orderly.

Minimum Qualification

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• School Custodian experience preferred.
• Current Washington State Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain valid CPR and First Aid card.

Position Responsibilities

• Clean floors including sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, waxing and polishing. Scrape and refinish floors as required. Operate floor polishers, scrubbers and other power equipment as required.
• Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets.
• Clean walls, windows, woodwork, metalwork and fixtures, including, but not limited to bowls, sinks, counters, shelves, drinking fountains, blackboards, erasers and waste receptacles.
• Clean furniture; move, arrange and adjust furniture as required.
• Assist in the ordering and distribution of janitorial supplies.
• Perform basic maintenance as necessary. Such maintenance shall include cleaning gutters and roof drains, replacing filters, painting, and minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Coordinate through Head Custodian when additional maintenance assistance or repairs are needed.
• Clean sidewalks, entryways, driveways, parking and play areas; remove litter, leaves, and debris from these areas and grounds as necessary or required.
• Unlock and lock building and rooms as necessary; inspect for vandalism and report any findings to the head custodian and/or building administrator. Check lighting systems, clocks and bells; replace/adjust as necessary or required.
• Regulate heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems as necessary or required.
• Remove snow and/or de-ice walkways as necessary or required.
• Perform such other duties as, from time to time, may be assigned.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Previous school custodial experience preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read in English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present in English information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to staff, students, parents, and community members.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climbs on to ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 lbs such as salt and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as salt and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and outdoors. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional

• Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year.
• Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months.
• Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $31.20 to $36.44 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kecia Fox
• Email: [e-mail]

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