Janitor

Appone; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Denise Louie Education Center in Beacon Hill, Seattle, is seeking a part-time janitor to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment for children and staff. The role includes sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas, plus trash removal and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities also cover window cleaning, outdoor area upkeep, supply management, and helping with school events.

Qualifications

• Cleaning: sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize classrooms and common areas.
• Disinfecting: sanitize high-touch surfaces daily.
• Safety: follow fire and safety regulations and report hazards.
• Communication: update supervisor daily and document needs.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting floors and surfaces.
• Disinfecting: sanitize door handles, tables, restrooms, and shared spaces.
• Trash/Recycle/Compost Removal: collect and dispose waste throughout the building.
• Window Cleaning, Floor Maintenance, Outdoor Area upkeep: perform related tasks as needed.
• Maintenance: replace light bulbs and handle small repairs.

Skills

Cleaning

Disinfecting

Safety

Communication

Job description

About the Organization Since 1978, the Denise Louie Education Center has provided high-quality multicultural early learning and family support services to ensure that Seattle kids will be ready to succeed in school and life we believe that children from low-income families deserve to grow up in high-quality learning environments and we strive to close the 'opportunity gap' so that all children can enter kindergarten ready to be successful.

Our MISSION is to promote school and life readiness by providing multi-cultural early learning services to children and families, especially those who need our services the most. We will respect and preserve each child and family's individuality, cultural heritage, and home language. We will promote personal and social responsibility with integrity and love in an environment defined by social justice and peace.

Our VISION is to educate and empower children and families to reach their full potential so they can advocate for themselves, our community and the world.

Description

Position Summary

The Janitor's primary responsibility is to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for children and staff. This includes sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting, sanitizing, and performing other routine cleaning tasks throughout the facility.

Essential Functions

• Cleaning: Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting floors, furniture, school materials, and sanitizing classrooms, hallways, restrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Disinfecting: Using appropriate cleaning agents to sanitize high-touch areas, including door handles, tables, counter tops, chairs, and light switches.
• Trash/Recycle/Compost Removal: Collecting and disposing of trash/recycle/compost from all areas, including classrooms and restrooms.
• Restroom Maintenance: Cleaning, mopping, disinfecting, and restocking restroom facilities.
• Window Cleaning: Washing interior and exterior windows, sills, and frames.
• Floor Maintenance: Assisting with floor cleaning and upkeep.
• Outdoor Play Area Maintenance: Keeping outdoor play areas clean and free of debris or hazards.
• Supply Management: Ensuring adequate supplies of cleaning materials, paper towels, hand soap, etc. Communicate to the supervisor when more cleaning materials are running low and need restock.
• Safety and Security: Ensuring fire and safety regulations are followed, inspecting premises for damage or intrusion, and addressing hazards promptly. Identifying and reporting any potential hazards, such as spills or broken items, to the supervisor.
• Event Support: Setting up equipment, moving furniture, and assisting with school events as needed.
• Seasonal and Outdoor Duties: Snow and ice removal, groundskeeping, mowing lawns, sweeping walkways, and maintaining outdoor areas.
• Maintenance: Performing minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, and performing small repair tasks.
• Communicate regularly with staff regarding cleaning updates and potential hazards. Touch base with supervisor daily to ensure important information is shared and understood, and use daily logs to document cleaning needs, safety concerns, and other necessary information.

Note: The job duties listed here are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties in order to meet the needs of DLEC.

Pay Rate

$22.97 - $26.39

Hours

17.5 hours weekly (3.5 hours daily)

Benefits

As a Denise Louie Education Center team member, you may receive some or all of the following employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and options for supplemental Insurance coverage. Team members are eligible to participate in the company 401(k) plan, which offers a non-elective employer contribution after an introductory period. In addition, eligible full-time and part-time employees will accrue up to 18 days of PTO, eleven paid holidays, and one personal holiday annually.

Additional compensation may come in the form of tuition reimbursement, hiring, retention, longevity, referral, or special assignment bonuses, subject to budgetary limitations. Please visit our career page for more information on our current benefit offerings.

Location Beacon Hill

Starting Pay Range $22.97 - $26.39

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Equal Pay and Opportunities Act

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Family and Medical Leave Act

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/f... .pdf

E-Verify

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EOE Statement

Denise Louie Education Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristic protected by law.

** Employment or volunteer service at Denise Louie Education Center is conditioned on a criminal background check as required by child care licensing and Head Start Performance Standards. The 60 categories of criminal convictions or pending charges disqualifying a person from having access to children in child care are in WAC 388-330-040.

** Certain positions require degrees, coursework, or other certifications. You will be asked to provide proof of your stated education prior to hire

This position is currently accepting applications.