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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$39,914 / year median in Washington
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Custodian
Pullman School District 267
Kamiak Elementary School - Pullman, Washington This job is also posted in Pullman School District 267
Job Details
Job ID:
5913393
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
DEFINITION OF POSITION
Perform cleaning and related duties for district
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Building Administrator
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Physical ability and stamina to do required work
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
Current First Aid and CPR certification or complete training within the first month of employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
At least one year of custodial experience
Experience and knowledge in custodial and maintenance practices, equipment, and materials
ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES
Clean and maintain facilities using appropriate and correct procedures, equipment and supplies/chemicals
Use custodial power equipment and hand implements required for general cleaning and maintenance
Operate equipment in a safe manner
Perform custodial duties correctly
Recognize and take action to address safety hazards
Follow instructions, both written and oral
Read and interpret written instructions, service orders, etc.
Utilize proper procedures in the storage, use, and handling of chemicals and supplies required for custodial work
Set up and take down furniture as required for special events
Assist in maintaining school grounds: clean sidewalks and driveways, rake leaves, etc.
Assist with the clearing of ice and snow from areas around buildings
Maintain building security at all times
Possess and practice strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization (staff, parents, community members, other agencies, etc.)
Be a positive team builder who works in a collaborative manner
Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
Maintain confidentiality
Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
Regularly demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance
Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
Perform other related duties as required or assigned
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary:
Classified, Custodian:
$23.52 - $27.22 per hour depending on experience
Length of Contract:
8 hours/day (2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.), 260 days/year
Benefits/Leaves:
Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per the collective bargaining agreement between the Pullman Educational Support Personnel (ESP) and the Pullman School District (ESP Bargaining Agreement). Occasional overtime work available The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/ list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools. org/hib-discrimination
PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$23.52 to $27.22 Per Hour