Substitute Custodian

Job Title:

Substitute Custodian

Schools do not function without people who take pride in the work that happens behind the scenes. Nine Mile Falls School District is seeking Substitute Custodians who understand that the condition of a school building affects how students experience their day and how staff are able to do their work.

Substitute Custodians step in during times of need to keep buildings functioning and secure. This role calls for reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while following established expectations. Custodians are trusted with access to school facilities and are expected to approach their work with care and professionalism. The work is physical and practical, but it is also meaningful.

Individuals who do this work well are respected as part of the school community and relied upon to help keep schools safe, welcoming, and ready for students.

Salary: Current Washington State Minimum Wage ($17.13 per hour)

Benefits: As outlined by the Policies and Procedures of Nine Mile Falls School District. Policies and Procedures can be accessed online at .

Nine Mile Falls
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Limited Defined Employees will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Employees who work 630 hours in a school year will become benefit eligible for the remainder of the school year. Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-employees

Work Location: Nine Mile Falls School District

Nature and Scope of Job:

• To perform duties of complete cleaning of assigned facility.
• To provide a clean, comfortable, safe, and attractive environment for the students, staff, and patrons of the Nine Mile Falls School District.
• All general custodial and housekeeping related to a school setting.
• This position will require securing the building and grounds as well as arming the security system upon leaving at the end of the shift.

Position Reports To: Building Administrator / Superintendent

Classification: Substitute Custodian

Work Day: Monday – Friday;
Hours Vary

Begin: 2025/26 School Year

Salary: Current Washington State Minimum Wage

• Maintain punctual attendance
• Cleaning and Sanitizing Building
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors as needed; move furniture and equipment; dust areas as needed; wash furniture, walls, and fixtures; wash windows; apply floor products; operate cleaning equipment; do garbage collection and wash trash bins.
• Clean sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds seasonally as needed.
• Shovel snow off walks and steps and de-ice hard surface areas seasonally.
• Willingly follow directions of the principal/supervisor without supervision while performing duties up to standard.
• Responsible for securing the building (locking classrooms/hallways)
• Setting up for whole school events. (gym use)
• Supervision of students at the end of the school day as needed/requested.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and the maintenance department.
• Direct support of large groups to organize and coordinate activities.
• General Maintenance and Repair.
• Public Relations.
• Address building safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications (Traits, Education, Experience, Training, physical requirements, etc.):

• Valid Washington Driver’s License.
• Computer skills such as using email and dedicated programs that support Maintenance and Custodial.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, walk, stoop, bend, climb ladders, and perform various types of labor in eight-hour shifts.
• Ability to work diligently, follow directives, and meet expectations of supervisor/principal without supervision.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and use time wisely.
• Demonstrated skill and experience in collaborating with other employees, developing work schedules, and monitoring multiple work tasks.
• Satisfactory overall work record, including attendance and demonstrated dependability

Desired Qualifications

• High School…