SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN

South Kitsap School District; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

South Kitsap School District is seeking a Substitute Custodian for swing shift coverage in Port Orchard, Washington. The role involves cleaning, floor care, rest-room sanitation, and event setup across district facilities.

Shifts may run 2:30 PM–11:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with some Saturdays as needed. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, custodial experience preferred, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs (75 lbs occasionally).

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent required.
• Custodial experience preferred.
• Experience in general light trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing or electrical.
• Completed online application is required.
• Knowledge of general cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their safe use.
• Skill in operating general custodial equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to oversee general building security.
• Ability to follow schedules and respond to staff requests.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• May be required to obtain CPR and maintain First Aid certification.
• Must complete safety awareness training when employed.
• Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps and mops floors; strips and waxes floors per schedule.
• Vacuums and shampoos carpets.
• Dusts surfaces and cleans walls, desks, and windows as needed.
• Picks up waste papers and empties trash containers.
• Cleans rest rooms; sanitizes sinks, toilets, and urinals; replenishes supplies.
• Sets up tables, chairs, and equipment for events.
• Ensures doors and windows are locked and building secured after hours.
• Performs minor repairs; reports emergencies and necessary repairs.
• Keeps cleaning equipment in proper operating condition.
• Assists with after-school or evening activities as assigned.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Custodial experience preferred

Experience in general light trades (carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical)

Job description

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SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN

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Job Details

Job ID: 5805359 Application Deadline: May 31, 2027 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Re-Posted: Aug 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

AllApplicants must have a completed online application to be considered for screening.

COMMENTS: SWING SHIFT HOURS

MAY INCLUDE 2:30.P.M.-11:00.P.M., MONDAY-FRIDAY AND SOME SATURDAYS.

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Job Summary: The following is the swing shift custodial job description, it is given here as an example. Most substitute custodial work occurs on swing shift. Substitutes are called out by the substitute call-out system and locations of assignments vary upon need. Responsibilities include mopping and vacuuming floors, operating scrubbing and polishing equipment, cleaning and sanitizing rest rooms, and replenishing supplies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sweeps and mops floors; strips and waxes floors periodically per schedule.
• Vacuums and periodically shampoos carpets.
• Straightens furniture in classrooms and offices; dusts flat surfaces; washes walls, desks, and windows as needed.
• Picks up waste papers; empties trash containers.
• If applicable, picks up litter and clothes in school locker rooms; sweeps and mops locker rooms and gymnasium floors.
• Sets up lunchroom tables and chairs as assigned; cleans and puts away tables after lunch and stacks chairs.
• Cleans rest rooms; sweeps and mops floors and empties trash. Washes mirrors and walls as needed. Scrubs and sanitizes sinks, toilets, and urinals. Replaces supplies and dispensers such as toilet paper and soap.
• Cleanswhiteboards,trays and erasers; empties pencil sharpeners if assigned to a school building.
• Maintains current knowledge of school firefighting equipment; maintains equipment at proper operating conditions; reports fires and obtains emergency help.
• Performs minor repairs: repairs doors, tapes broken windows, replaces light bulbs, and paints surfaces.
• Communicates with staff and/or students during shift; responds to requests for repair, moving of furniture or supplies, or cleaning. Sets up tables, chairs, and other equipment for special events.
• Ensures that doors and windows are locked and building is secured before and after hours; checks that persons entering the building after hours are authorized visitors.
• Uses cleaners, disinfectants, and finishes according to product directions.
• Ensures that surrounding sidewalks and driveways are kept free of glass or other debris. Weeds gardens around building perimeter.
• Assists with after-school or evening activities as assigned; patrols building and parking areas; directs drivers to parking spaces.
• Provides backup assistance in covering for absent custodial employees; cleans and maintains designated areas as needed.
• Conducts thorough cleaning in summer; removes furniture from rooms and thoroughly cleans walls, carpets, and equipment. Washes furniture and windows; cleans, strips, and waxes floors; makes minor repairs, dusts lights.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or equivalent or demonstrated strong skill in reading, writing and communication.
• Custodial experience preferred.
• Prefer candidates with experience in general light trades areas such as carpentry, painting, plumbing or electrical.

Allowable Substitution:

• None.

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their safe use.
• Skill in operating general custodial equipment.
• Ability to perform minor repairs.
• Ability to learn the use of specialized cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to oversee general building security.
• Ability to follow schedules, implement instructions, and respond to staff member requests.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects up to 50 lbs. and infrequently lift objects up to 75 lbs. May be requested to assist in lifting objects in excess of 75 lbs.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Ability to work at extended heights.

Licenses/Special Requirements:

• May be required to obtain training in CPR and maintain First Aid certification.
• When employed, or as soon after hire as possible, employee must complete a safety awareness training program.

Clearances:

• Washington State Patrol and FBIFingerprint Background Clearance

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2025 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Passing the required district tests is a prerequisite for consideration for clerical, paraeducator and playground attendant positions (review EACH job posting for specific testing requirements). To register, follow the instructions on the district testing information page of our district website.

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without