Lead Custodian

Tessera; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health and Welfare Benefit

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a motivated and hardworking Lead Custodian to join our team in Spokane. You will lead daily custodial duties, coordinate assignments, train staff, and ensure adherence to contract standards and safety policies.

As a part of Tessera, you will support a comprehensive benefits package and a mission-driven culture focused on inclusion and integrity. This role requires a high school diploma and 0–3 years of custodial experience, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 0 - 3 years of previous custodian or janitorial experience preferred
• Combination of experience and education will be considered

Responsibilities

• Lead by example while performing daily custodial duties alongside the custodial team.
• Assign, coordinate, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure all contract requirements are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Train, coach, and support custodial employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, safety procedures, and contract expectations.
• Inspect completed work to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with contract standards, addressing deficiencies as needed.
• Follow and promote all safety policies, procedures, and industrial safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers, federal employees, building occupants, visitors, and management.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish restroom supplies while following cross-contamination prevention procedures.
• Sweep, vacuum, dust, wet mop, and maintain offices, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, lobbies, entrances, elevators, and other assigned areas according to contract standards.
• Clean interior glass, doors, partitions, furniture, fixtures, and other high-touch surfaces to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and recyclable materials throughout the facility.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment and cleaning tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain janitorial closets and storage areas in a clean, organized, and compliant condition, ensuring equipment is cleaned and properly stored after each use.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and notify management when replenishment or replacement is needed.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, security issues, or facility damage to management promptly.
• Ensure assigned areas are properly secured by locking doors and following all facility security procedures upon completion of assigned work.
• Complete required documentation and communicate work status, concerns, or operational updates to management.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment while supporting company values and delivering exceptional customer service.
• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety procedures

Custodial operations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Location: Spokane, Washington (Federal Building and U.S. Post Office)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time | M-F, Day Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm)

Compensation: $20.35 - $20.35/hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a MOTIVATED and HARDWORKING Lead Custodian with a positive/helpful attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Lead by example while performing daily custodial duties alongside the custodial team.

• Assign, coordinate, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure all contract requirements are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.

• Train, coach, and support custodial employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, safety procedures, and contract expectations.

• Inspect completed work to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with contract standards, addressing deficiencies as needed.

• Follow and promote all safety policies, procedures, and industrial safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers, federal employees, building occupants, visitors, and management.

• Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish restroom supplies while following cross-contamination prevention procedures.

• Sweep, vacuum, dust, wet mop, and maintain offices, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, lobbies, entrances, elevators, and other assigned areas according to contract standards.

• Clean interior glass, doors, partitions, furniture, fixtures, and other high-touch surfaces to maintain a clean and professional appearance.

• Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and recyclable materials throughout the facility.

• Operate and maintain custodial equipment and cleaning tools safely and effectively.

• Maintain janitorial closets and storage areas in a clean, organized, and compliant condition, ensuring equipment is cleaned and properly stored after each use.

• Monitor cleaning supplies and notify management when replenishment or replacement is needed.

• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, security issues, or facility damage to management promptly.

• Ensure assigned areas are properly secured by locking doors and following all facility security procedures upon completion of assigned work.

• Complete required documentation and communicate work status, concerns, or operational updates to management.

• Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment while supporting company values and delivering exceptional customer service.

• All Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required

• 0 - 3 years of previous custodian or janitorial experience preferred

• Combination of experience and education will be considered

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

• Tessera complies with Spokane County's Ordination C36666 (Ban the Address), your application can include a PO Box, mailing address or another address where you could receive mail if needed. Your physical address is not required as part of the application. If you prefer not to provide an address at all as part of the application, please write: "do not wish to provide" in the address line and you can use Spokane, WA 99202 for city, state and zip code.

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Date Posted: 09/25/2026

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

Contact: [phone] or email [e-mail].

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify