Custodian Swing Shift 2026-27 - Tyee/Somerset - Split Assignment (Internal Applicants Only)

Bellevue School District; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

The Bellevue School District is seeking a Custodian for the swing shift (split assignment) to support school facilities in Bellevue, Washington. The role reports to the custodian manager and requires physical stamina and reliable attendance.

Starting immediately, the position is full-time, with a 260-day assignment and benefits per district policy. Internal applicants are given priority consideration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of public school experience preferred.
• Two years of verifiable, paid commercial building custodial experience required.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors; cleans and maintains furniture and fixtures; washes windows and vacuums.
• Disinfects restrooms and keeps supplies stocked with towels and soap.
• Moves furniture for events and assists with setup.
• Performs minor maintenance and reports issues to supervisor.
• Secures building, locks doors, turns off lights, and sets alarms.
• Assist staff and community groups; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

One year of public school experience

Two years of custodial experience

Job description

Custodian Swing Shift 2026-27 - Tyee/Somerset - Split Assignment (Internal Applicants Only)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950882

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 7: 00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE: The Custodian is responsible for performing custodial work as required in and around school buildings; maintaining clean, safe and efficient educational facility. Reports to supervisor any condition beyond the employee's control.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors; clean and maintains equipment; empties and clean pencil sharpeners, trash and recycle bins; cleans and maintains furniture and fixtures, washes windows, vacuums carpets, curtains, blinds and furniture; shampoos carpets;
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, keeps them supplied with paper towels, and soap;
• Cleans assigned offices/classrooms;
• Moves furniture and equipment; arranges tables and chairs for special events;
• Collects and disposes of garbage and recycle; shovels snow, sweeps and washes walks, keeps grounds clean,
• Performs minor maintenance on site equipment and/or report issues, repairs such as unstopping sinks, replacing burned out light bulbs and tubes.
• Secures building by walking exterior of building to make sure it is secure, locking doors, closing windows, turning off lights, exhaust fans and other equipment and setting alarms;
• Assists staff and community groups;
• Performs other related work as required by the conditions of the facility or as requested by the building administrator and/or custodial manager/supervisor or head day custodian.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Reports to and is directly supervised by Building Administrator and Custodial Manager and/or Custodial Supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:

• High school diploma/GED or strong evidence of reading, writing and communication skills;

Preferred:

• One year of public school experience
• Two (2) years of verifiable, paid commercial building custodial experience required.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• None

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• District equipment maintenance;
• Cleaning methods;
• Safety practices;
• Equipment and supplies
• Basic customer service;
• Computer skills;

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to understand oral and written directions within the scope of job responsibilities;
• Ability to maintain a close and highly responsive relationship to the requirements of the building manager and/or head custodian and operations lead personnel;
• Ability to operate hand and power district equipment;
• Ability to handle fragile items carefully;
• Ability to practice safety precautions;
  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and over 50 lbs with assistance;
• Ability to do sustained physical work;
• Ability to move with agility;
• Ability to work while standing on a stepladder and/or lift;
• Ability to maintain good public relations by demonstrating a positive and willing attitude in dealing with staff and community;
• Ability to work different shift times as required throughout the year;
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work;
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and District and legal requirements;
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Operating Engineers Salary Classification Custodian $ 32.96/hour to $ 33.96/hour based on negotiated collective bargaining agreement. 40 hours per week for a 260-day annual assignment. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include vacation and paid holidays.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Title IX Compliance Coordinator
Gender-Inclusive Schools Compliance Coordinator
Name: Nancy Pham, Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs
Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005
Telephone Number: 425-456-4248
Email: [e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Name: Kerince Bowen, Director of Counseling
Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005
Telephone Number: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District’s communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or [e-mail].

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 12111 NE 1st St
• Bellevue, Washington 98005-3183
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]