Lead Custodian

Tessera; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,128 - 32,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Vacation time

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

EAP

Job summary

Tessera is seeking a Lead Custodian in Spokane, WA (Federal Building and U.S. Post Office) to lead daily custodial operations with the team.

This full-time, day-shift role covers supervising assignments, training staff, and ensuring cleanliness and safety across all areas. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k), paid holidays and vacation, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of 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 contract requirements are met on schedule and to quality standards.
• Train, coach, and support custodial employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, and safety procedures.

Skills

Custodian experience

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lead Custodian

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

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance 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 engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

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 supplies 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 clean, organized, and compliant, 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 or GED required.
• 0–3 years of previous custodian or janitorial experience preferred; combination of experience and education will be considered.

Physical Requirements

• 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, 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.

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 (U.S. passport or military ID); you must obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted.

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