Swing Shift Lead Custodian - School Facilities Manager

Fort Vancouver High School; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Vancouver High School in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Temporary High School Swing Lead Custodian. The role involves supervising swing shift custodians, maintaining facilities, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across the campus.

You will oversee cleaning operations, coordinate with building administration, and assist with maintenance tasks, including HVAC systems and minor repairs. Strong leadership and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year experience as a custodial assistant or custodian; strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Good mechanical aptitude; ability to learn to maintain HVAC and other systems of the assigned school.
• Demonstrated leadership ability; capable of supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Treat co-workers, supervisor, students and others with dignity and respect at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and model expected behaviors.
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner.
• Assist in performance and discipline processes as directed by Building Operator/Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provide direction, feedback, and guidance to crews per building administrators.
• Under supervision, assign work to swing shift custodial assistants and oversee their work; assist with evaluations.
• Train new custodial assistants and substitutes in proper cleaning techniques.
• Perform duties of Building Operator when necessary.
• Ensure facility is physically secured daily.
• Operate HVAC system; write work orders for maintenance as needed.
• Inspect building/grounds/equipment for safety; perform minor repairs and write work orders.
• Prepare facilities for after-school activities and secure building afterwards.
• Perform cleaning tasks including restrooms, floors, walls, and furniture; handle hazardous materials safely.
• Take preventative measures to protect building from freezing; clear snow/ice when needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership ability

Cleaning techniques

Mechanical aptitude

Team leadership

Ability to follow safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WISHA first aid certification

ISSAS district training/certification

Job description

Fort Vancouver High School in Vancouver, WA, is seeking a Temporary High School Swing Lead Custodian. The role involves supervising swing shift custodians, maintaining facilities, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across the campus.

You will oversee cleaning operations, coordinate with building administration, and assist with maintenance tasks, including HVAC systems and minor repairs. Strong leadership and safety awareness are essential.