Tumwater- Lead Custodian

Sylvania; Tumwater, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Benefits Information

Job summary

Tumwater School District No. 33 is seeking a Lead Custodian for Michael T Simmons Elementary. The role supports a healthy, safe school environment with 8-hour shifts and a pay rate of $29.59–$32.38 per hour, continuing position with benefits information.

The district emphasizes punctuality, reliability, and teamwork in daily custodial operations. Responsibilities include supervising a work crew, coordinating cleaning schedules, and performing minor maintenance while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Custodial or janitorial work experience.
• High school graduate, preferred.
• State/FBI background clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work crew to maintain buildings in a clean, warm, attractive and functional order.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and operate custodial equipment.
• Maintain relationships with school staff, students and community groups.
• Assist with internal and external facility user group events and deep cleaning tasks as required.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment; report malfunctions as needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Punctuality

Background clearance

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Building management systems

Job description

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

LEAD CUSTODIAN
Michael T Simmons Elementary
8 Hours/day
Rate of Pay: $29.59 - $32.38 hour
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 Wednesday, October 7, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

ATTACHMENTS: Current Resume, Cover Letter and 2 Letters of Recommendation

QUALIFICATIONS: Custodial or janitorial work experience. High School graduate, preferred. State/FBI background clearance required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of custodial work.
• 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds and the building administrator:schedule work crew to maintain buildings in a clean, warm, attractive and functional order; conducting minor maintenance tasks; operating and caring for all tools and equipment used in the care of facilities; establish and maintain effective relationships with school staff, students and community groups.

• 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. Set up and move lunch tables, as required.
• Clean and disinfect hand washing sinks and water fountains.
• Clean windows, glass, and mirrors.
• Remove graffiti, as required.
• High dust and clean air vents.
• Clean entryway doors, frames, and thresholds.
• Pick up litter around building exterior.
• Replace ceiling light bulbs, as needed.
• Perform minor repairs, replace HVAC filters, flush eye wash stations, as assigned.
• Clean garbage containers.
• Sweep, pressure-wash, remove snow and ice from exterior sidewalks and entryways, as needed.
• Move district furniture, as required.
• Observe security of buildings, doors, and windows; report material deficiencies, as needed.
• Assist with internal and external facility user group events, as needed.
• Assist Lead Custodian with deep cleaning custodial tasks, as required.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment. Report malfunctions, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Custodial Supervisor and/or administrator.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Basic hand tools, stepladders, vacuum cleaners, wet vacuums, buffers, pressure washers, carpet extractors, and auto scrubbers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (NR) Not Required (R) Rarely 1-5% (O) Occasionally 6-33% (F) Frequently 34-66% (C) Constantly 67-100% (S) Sustained Note: "Sustained" is activity that could be maintained for long periods of time or repeated for days in a row

• Physical Activity, NR, R, O, F, C, S, Physical Activity, NR, R, O, F, C, S
• Lift/Carry 1-10#s, X, Push/Pull 1-10#s, X
• Lift/Carry 11-20#s, X, Push/Pull 11-20#s, X
• Lift/Carry 21-35#, X, Push/Pull 21-35#s, X
• Lift/Carry 36-50#, X, Push/Pull 36-50#s, X
• Lift/Carry 51-75#, X, Push/Pull 51-75#s, X
• Lift/Carry 76-100#, X, Push/Pull 76-100#s, X
• Lift/Carry >100# with assistance, X, Push/Pull >100#s with assistance, X
• Reach Out, X, "Assistance" = use of a mechanical device or other person(s)
• Reach Up, X, "Push/Pull" is force exerted to move the item not the weight
• Reach Down, X

• Physical Activity, NR, R, O, F, C, S, Physical Activity, NR, R, O, F, C, S
• Sitting, X, Handling, X
• Standing, X, X, Feeling, X
• Walking, X, X, Fingering, X
• Stooping, X, Keyboard Use, X
• Kneeling, X, Hearing, X
• Crouching, X, Near Acuity, X
• Crawling, X, Far Acuity, X
• Climbing, X, Depth Perception, X
• Balancing, X, Color Vision, X
• Tasting/Smelling, X, Field of Vision, X
• Talking, X

• Environmental, NR, R, O, F, C, S, Protection, NR, R, O, F, C, S
• Weather, X, Eye Protection, X
• Non weather related:, Fall Protection, X
• Extreme Heat, X, Ear Protection, X
• Extreme Cold, X, Hard Hat, X
• Wet/Humid, X, Respirator, X
• Caustic Chemicals, X, Steel Toed Shoes, X
• Vibration, X, Gloves, X
• Odors/Fumes/Dust, X, Other, NR, R, O, F, C, S
• Moving Parts, X, Confined Space, X
• Electric Shock, X, Tight Quarters, X
• High Places, X
• Radiation, X
• Biohazards, X

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 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], 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512. Title IX Coordinator – Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, [e-mail], 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator – Deena Alley, 360-709-7030, [e-mail], 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.