SWING CUSTODIAN

Cedar Heights Middle School; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kitsap School District - Cedar Heights Middle School in Port Orchard, WA is hiring a Swing Custodian to maintain cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of the building during the swing shift. Starting date is immediate; work hours are 8 per day, 248-260 days per year.

The role reports to the Building Administrator and requires a High School diploma, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a valid Washington driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• First Aid and CPR may be required.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License required.
• Evidence of automotive insurance required.
• Background clearance via FBI and WA State Patrol fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors safety of buildings to protect students, staff, and visitors.
• Cleans assigned facilities to maintain a clean, healthy environment.
• Responds to staff requests and minor emergencies promptly.
• Opens and closes the building to ensure a safe, secure facility.
• Cleans and maintains classrooms and offices to keep them orderly.
• Supports after-school activities by facilitating access and safety.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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SWING CUSTODIAN

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Job Details

Job ID: 5905799

Application Deadline: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SWING CUSTODIAN

Reports To:

Building Administrator

Bargaining Unit:

SEIU

Department:

Assigned Building

Salary Schedule

Schedule A

Employment Type:

Classified

Salary Range:

Swing Custodian

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Hours per Day:

8.0

Revised Date:

April 2024

Days per Year:

248 (+12 Holidays) = 260

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.

Purpose Statement:

The job of SWING CUSTODIAN is done for the purpose of providing overall building cleanliness, sanitation, security, safety and maintenance of the assigned buildings, grounds, and equipment during typical swing shift hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors safety of buildings for the purpose of ensuring the safety of students, visitors, and staff.
• Cleans assigned facilities for the purpose of maintaining a clean, healthy environment.
• Responds to staff requests and minor emergencies and takes appropriate action for the purpose of ensuring a clean, safe, well-maintained building environment.
• Opens and closes building for the purpose of maintaining a safe, secure facility.
• Cleans and maintains classrooms and offices for the purpose of maintaining a clean, orderly office and classroom environment.
• Maintains a clean, orderly environment in the cafeteria during breakfast and lunch for the purpose of ensuring students have a cleans, safe and inviting place to eat their meals.
• Assists with approved after school activities (e.g., facilitating access to facilities and equipment, patrolling building and parking lot areas, and ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors when present) for the purpose of promoting the safe and responsible community use of district resources.
• Performs minor repairs on facilities and equipment (e.g., assembles and mines minor repairs to furniture, replaces light bulbs and ceiling tiles, and removes minor clogs from drains).
• May be required to complete minor painting (e.g. interior touch-up, classrooms, inside building (height of no more than ten (10) feet off floor, etc.) as directed by the Head Custodian or building administrator based on a tiered scope).
• Work independently with minimal supervision and possess leadership skills
• Required to stand, walk, push/pull, bend/stoop, handle/grasp, twist clime, kneel, crouch, reach, hear, and see.
• Ability to read and comprehend both written and verbal instructions and directions
• Exhibit reliable attendance and punctuality
• Follow all required District and industry safety rules/standards, including wearing required safety equipment.
• May be required to use personal vehicle for District business.
• Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of promoting the efficient operation of the school district.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include none specified.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fraction, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, include non-specified.

ABILITY is required to be flexible; work both independently and with others; specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include ability to lift/carry/push fifty (50) pounds.

Working Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting,carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking,45% standing. This job is usually performed in a sometimes wet, generally clean, and healthy environment but may be exposed to seasonal weather variations. Exposure to odor, noise, vibration, dust, chemicals, and other elements, dependent upon immediate task(s).

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent required

Job related experience is desired

Expertise to perform multiple non-technical tasks required

K-12 Education setting preferred

Public setting/relations experience preferred

Certificates and Licenses:

First Aid and CPR may be required

Valid Washington State Driver’s License required

Evidence of automotive insurance required

Required Testing:

Job-Related Skills Proficiency Test

Clearances:

Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance

Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurance. (Must be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position, including possessing and maintaining a valid license and automobile insurance, when using a personal vehicle for District business).

Continuing Education/Training:

Maintain First aid and CPR may be required

Complete District directed safety awareness training (e.g., asbestos safety, blood-borne pathogens, safe lifting practices, etc.).

Competencies:

Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interest.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources.

Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems.

Customer Service – Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.

Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Interpersonal Skills – Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

Oral and Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively.

Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Other Requirements:

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at [phone].

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and