Job Announcement: Janitor/Custodian

Spokane Neyc; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Northeast Youth Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a Janitor/Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across our facilities. This full-time, non-exempt role performs daily cleaning, sanitation, and basic facility support to meet health, safety, and licensing standards.

You will clean classrooms and offices, operate cleaning equipment, assist with event setup, report maintenance concerns, and support seasonal needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and products.
• Ability to maintain a consistent work schedule and reliable attendance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, families, vendors, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, common areas, kitchens, and other facility spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors, furniture, fixtures, and surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas including door handles, light switches, handrails, tables, and counters.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and transport waste to designated collection areas.
• Clean windows, mirrors, glass surfaces, and entryways.
• Maintain restroom cleanliness and ensure adequate supplies of soap, paper products, and sanitation materials.

Skills

Independent worker

Effective communication

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaner operation

Job description

Position Title: Janitor/Custodian
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Employment Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $19.00/hr/Medical/Dental/PTO DOE
Location: Spokane, WA
Posting Date: November 5th, 2026

Position Overview

The Janitor/Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment throughout Northeast Youth Center facilities. This position performs daily cleaning, sanitation, and basic facility support tasks to ensure compliance with health, safety, licensing, and organizational standards. The Janitor plays a critical role in supporting the well‑being of children, families, staff, and visitors by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and facility appearance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, common areas, kitchens, and other facility spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors, furniture, fixtures, and surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas including door handles, light switches, handrails, tables, and counters.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and transport waste to designated collection areas.
• Clean windows, mirrors, glass surfaces, and entryways.
• Maintain restroom cleanliness and ensure adequate supplies of soap, paper products, and sanitation materials.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and sanitation protocols

Facility Support

• Assist with room setup and breakdown for meetings, events, trainings, and programs.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, vandalism, or facility damage to the Maintenance Manager.
• Support seasonal facility needs, including snow removal, ice mitigation, and exterior cleanliness as assigned.
• Maintain janitorial equipment and ensure proper storage of cleaning supplies and materials.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning products and notify the Maintenance Manager when supplies need replenishment.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all organizational safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and applicable health regulations.
• Properly handle, store, and use cleaning chemicals according to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and organizational operations.
• Participate in required trainings and meetings.
• Support compliance with licensing, health department, and agency regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Respond to urgent cleaning or facility situations as needed.
• Assist with special cleaning projects during school breaks, holidays, and facility improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or leadership team

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and products.
• Ability to maintain a consistent work schedule and reliable attendance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, families, vendors, and visitors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous janitorial, custodial, or facility maintenance experience.
• Experience working in educational, childcare, nonprofit, or community-based environments.
• Knowledge of safe cleaning and sanitation practices.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Operate cleaning equipment including vacuums, floor machines, and related janitorial tools.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as required.

This position operates in an early learning center setting and requires frequent interaction with children, families, and staff. Adherence to our core values of: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Curiosity, and Collaboration are expected at all times.

Northeast Youth Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Spokane NE Youth Center is a nonprofit (71-0886315) state-licensed facility that provides safe, affordable childcare and transportation for children ages 3-12. We offer recreational activities, arts and crafts, special events, meals, summer camps and programs during spring break and winter break to Spokane children. All children deserve a place where they feel safe and welcome. We offer a home away from home so that children feel cared for and parents can focus on all of life’s other needs.