Temporary High School Swing Lead Custodian

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

Temporary High School Swing Lead Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967234

Application Deadline: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

8.0 hours per day, 12 months per year

Fair Labor Standard Act Status: Non-exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year experience as a custodial assistant or custodian. Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment
• Good mechanical aptitude, with the ability to learn to maintain the specific HVAC and other systems of the assigned school
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Current WISHA approved first aid certification
• Current ISSAS (International Sanitary Supply Association Standards) district training and certification

Other Requirements

• Ability to work effectively as a team leader and team member
• Ability to plan, direct, and evaluate the work of custodial employees
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Ability to meet tight time constraints and deadlines
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements, goals, and outcomes
• Ability to clean to meet acceptable health and other environmental standards
• Ability to communicate with a variety of people, in person, electronically, in writing, and over the phone and/or radio
• Ability to spend most of the work-day standing, lifting, and walking
• Ability to lift up to 1/3 of your body weight up to 60 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders to change light bulbs and do other tasks
• Ability to see well enough to inspect cleanliness of work areas

Essential Functions

• Treat co-workers, supervisor, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Assist in the performance and discipline process as needed and as directed by the Building Operator and/or Maintenance Supervisor
• Provide direction, feedback, and guidance that will enable crews to perform their job requirements as directed by both the building administrators and the Director of Facility Maintenance and Operations
• Under supervision of the Building Operator, assign work to swing shift custodial assistants. Oversee their work and assist the Building Operator with evaluations and suggest corrective action plans. Assist in maintaining supply inventory; anticipate future needs so that necessary supplies are always available
• Train new custodial assistants and substitute custodial assistants in proper cleaning techniques.
• Perform duties of Building Operator when necessary
• Take appropriate steps daily to insure that the facility is physically secured
• Operate HVAC system of assigned school; change belts, lubricate, or make adjustments as needed; write work orders for maintenance as necessary
• In the course of work, inspect building, grounds, and equipment for safety and for repairs needed. Make temporary emergency repairs; write work orders for further repair. Make minor repairs to furniture and equipment, including repairing lockers and changing combinations
• Prepare facilities for after-school activities, including setting up chairs and tables, opening building, and assisting groups. Clean up and secure building after activities
• Perform assigned cleaning tasks including cleaning of rest rooms, floor, carpets, walls, furniture, and black/white boards. Empty trash containers. Work may require use of power tools and/or hazardous chemicals; must know how to use them safely
• Take preventative measures to protect building and equipment from freezing weather; clean snow and ice from walks and roof when necessary
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Benefits/Compensation

Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here.

Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here.

Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here.

Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position SEIU CBA.

Position Type: Swing Shift

Salary: $32.83 to $36.96 Hourly

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required