Tumwater- Crew Chief Custodian 26-27

Capital Region ESD 113; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Tumwater School District is seeking a Crew Chief Custodian for Black Hills High School in Tumwater, WA. This continuing, full-time position requires extensive custodial experience, strong leadership, and the ability to supervise evening shifts working with staff and facility users.

Responsibilities include floor care, restroom disinfection, safety compliance, minor repairs, and coordinating with the Custodial Supervisor to maintain clean, safe facilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive custodial work and leadership experience.
• State/FBI background clearance required.
• High School graduate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floors.
• Vacuum, spot, and extract carpets.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms.
• Replace hand soap and paper products as needed.
• Collect and dispose of trash and refuse.
• Clean and sanitize lunchroom tables and seats; move tables as required.
• Clean windows, glass, and mirrors.
• Replace ceiling light bulbs as needed.
• Perform minor repairs and replace HVAC filters.
• Conduct quality control checks of evening custodians’ areas of responsibility.

Skills

Custodial leadership

Custodial operations

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Building management systems

Job description

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33 621 Linwood Avenue Tumwater, Washington 98512 360-709-7020

CREW CHIEF CUSTODIAN

Black Hills High School

8/hrs day; 260 Days

Rate of Pay: $28.40 - $31.05/hour (25/26 Salary)

Continuing Position

Benefit Information

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Friday, November 13, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

ATTACHMENTS

Current Resume, Cover Letter and 2 Letters of Recommendation

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive custodial work and leadership experience. High School graduate, preferred. State/FBI background clearance required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated advanced knowledge and skills of custodial work, including facility operations.
• Punctual and dependable, maintain attendance requirements per Union/District Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Preferred experience with computer operated building systems, keyless entrance, fire, and sprinkler systems.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Basic hand tools, stepladders, vacuum cleaners, wet vacuums, buffers, pressure washers, carpet extractors, and auto scrubbers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Custodial and the building administrator: maintain buildings in a clean, attractive, and functional order; establish and maintain effective relationships with school staff. Evening shift first point of contact for custodial concerns and facility user groups. Observe safety rules and regulations; maintain safe working conditions. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain hard floors.
2. Vacuum, spot, and extract carpets.
3. Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms.
4. Replace hand soap and paper products, as needed.
5. Collect and dispose of trash and refuse. Clean receptacles, as needed.
6. Clean and sanitize lunchroom tables and seats. Set up and move lunch tables, as required.
7. Clean and disinfect hand washing sinks and water fountains.
8. Clean windows, glass, and mirrors.
9. Remove graffiti, as required.
10. High dust and clean air vents.
11. Clean entryway doors, frames, and thresholds.
12. Pick up litter around building exterior.
13. Replace ceiling light bulbs, as needed.
14. Perform minor repairs, replace HVAC filters, flush eye wash stations, as assigned.
15. Conduct quality control checks of evening custodians’ areas of responsibility.
16. Maintain exterior sidewalks and entryways. Sweep, pressure wash, remove snow and ice, as needed.
17. Submit emergent repair work orders, as needed.
18. Move district furniture and supplies, as needed.
19. Observe security of buildings, doors, and windows; report material deficiencies, as needed.
20. Assist with receiving district and commercial deliveries.
21. Operate and maintain custodial equipment. Report malfunctions, as needed.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by the Custodial Supervisor and/or administrator.

PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES.

RESPONSIBLE TO

Principal/Supervisor of Custodial

SCHEDULE

Tumwater School District Calendar

SALARY

Tumwater School District Salary Schedule

CONTACT

Human Resources - 360-709-7020

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Washington State law. If you require an accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact EdJobsNW at [phone] or email [e-mail].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Officer – Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Title IX Coordinator – Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, [e-mail]. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator – Deena Alley, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Address - 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.