Custodian, School Year

Coupeville; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coupeville School District is seeking a Custodian for the upcoming school year to maintain district facilities in a clean, safe state. Duties include prepping classrooms, restrooms and offices, daily cleaning, and reporting repairs to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Hours are generally 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with shifts outside times when facilities are not needed by students. The role requires physical ability and a valid WA driver’s license, with compensation per the CESA

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a custodian and general knowledge of custodial procedures.
• General knowledge of safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to chest height and push/pull up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with others.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classrooms, restrooms, and offices for fall operations.
• Clean facilities and secure areas before leaving each day.
• Observe and report required repairs to the supervisor.
• Maintain and clean tools and equipment.
• Clean exterior windows and district buildings during summer.
• Follow safety procedures on all tasks.
• Maintain entryways and outdoor areas clean and safe.
• Move furniture for deep cleaning during breaks.
• Unlock/secure facilities for public use as scheduled.

Skills

Custodian experience

Safety practices

Communication

Independent work

Driver's license (WA)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 10/6/2026
• Location: Maintenance
• Date Available: October 2026- TBD

MAINTENANCE � CUSTODIAN JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Custodian - School Year DEPARTMENT: Maintenance/Custodial LOCATION: District Wide/TBD JOB NUMBER:859 PAY RATE: Commensurate with CESA Salary Schedule, Step 1, $29.53 per hour HOURS/DAYS:8.0 hours a day Monday-Friday SUPERVISOR: Maintenance Supervisor ASSOCIATION: Coupeville Educational Support Association

General Description:

The custodian performs general custodial duties to maintain district facilities in a clean, sanitary, and hazard-free condition, as directed by the maintenance supervisor. The hours for the position may vary, and generally occur when facilities are not needed by students.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare assigned classrooms, restrooms, and offices for normal operations prior to the beginning of school each fall.
• Clean assigned areas of use at the end of each school day to prepare for use the following day, and lock appropriate areas prior to leaving
• Observe and report to the maintenance supervisor facilities and/or equipment that appear to need repair.
• Keep tools and equipment clean and in good repair for efficient operation.
• Clean the exterior (including windows) of all district buildings during the summer.
• Practice appropriate safety procedures while working.
• Routinely clean entryways and outside door areas, including mats, as necessary.
• Work with the school principals to control litter inside and outside the schools.
• Move furniture prior to deep cleaning during school breaks.
• Unlock facilities for scheduled public use, and ensuring facilities are secured/locked.
• Respond to emergencies as directed by supervisor.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Principal or Superintendent.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• a high school diploma or equivalent;
• experience as a custodian and general knowledge of custodial procedures;
• general knowledge of safety practices;
• ability to lift 50 pounds to chest height and push/pull 60 pounds;
• ability to work independently on assigned tasks;
• a valid Washington State driver's license;
• a demonstrated ability to communicate and work well with others.

Working Conditions:

• Lifts and carries 50 pounds to chest height and pushes/pulls 60 pounds.
• Climbs ladders and stairs to rooftops and other remote areas.
• Stands for long periods of time.
• Crawls, bends, kneels, reaches and stoops throughout the day performing varied tasks.
• Uses fingers, hands and arms, to climb ladders and operate motorized vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Works with equipment requiring sound moderation, must be able to tolerate occasional loud noises.
• Exposed to fumes, odors, dust, and hazards related to job responsibilities.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work to be performed by someone in this position. It does not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Coupeville School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The board designates the superintendent to serve as the district's coordinator regarding: Title IX; Section 504/ADA; Civil Rights Compliance and to handle questions and investigate any complaints communicated to the district of alleged discrimination. Superintendent, 501 S Main, Coupeville, WA, 98239, phone: [phone].