Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year

Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year JobID: 1418 Position Type: Classified Substitute/CustodianDate Posted: 9/29/2026Location: Custodial Additional Information: Show/HidePay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule Substitutes subbing in PSE 1 positions will be paid at Step 1 of Schedule A appropriate for the position being subbed.Job Summary:The job of "Custodian" is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure. Essential Job Functions:Upholds board policies and follow administrative proceduresArranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and eventsCleans school facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) as described in the Custodial Handbook for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environmentDelivers variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing the materials to the appropriate partiesInforms students, other site personnel and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilitiesSecures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work sitePerforms minor maintenance and repairs (i.e. replace faulty light switches, light bulbs or fluorescent globes; open plugged drains using snake or "plumbers friend"; replace washers in faucets and valves; spot paint; reglue loose tile and wall coverings; remove graffiti) for the purpose of maintaining a safe working environmentInspects school or district facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc. Other Job Functions:Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activitiesRepairs furniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working conditionRequests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilitiesAssists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policiesTakes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities Essential Job Requirements - Qualifications:Experience Required:Prior job related experience in school or institutional setting preferred.Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:Skills to use cleaning agents; supplies and equipment; perform basic math to calculate accurate dilution of cleaning agents.Knowledge of methods and use of cleaning materials, equipment and supplies, and safe work practices, including MSDS requirements. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and thermostatic control systems and how to cope with electrical and plumbing emergencies.Ability to stand for prolonged periods, follow oral and written instructions, adhere to safe work practices, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments often with short notice, work varying shifts as needed, and communicate with students, staff and parents.Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception.Education Required:High school diploma and/or equivalent or prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility.Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:Valid Driver's License (or evidence of equivalent mobility) and evidence of insurabilityCriminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, valid First Aid & CPR cardsOther Specialized Requirements:Must have and maintain a phone and be willing to respond to off-hour emergency calls; must have reliable means of transportation; must have excellent moral character and be able to get along with staff, students and adults; must present a positive public image, maintain a neat, clean personal appearance, wear clothing appropriate to tasks being performed, and have regular and consistent work attendance. Responsible to: Principal/Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; holly.budge@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; gunnar.guttormsen@kelsosd.org, 360.501.1905 For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; melissa.boudreau@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; mara.rinker@kelsosd.org, 360-501-1800. KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACESUMMARY WORKER TRAIT ANALYSIS REPORTIDENTIFYING INFORMATION:Job Title: Custodian SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATINGSThe following analysis entails an evaluation of the "Physical Demands" factors of the job as it exists. This method provides a basis for permitting modification to fit the capabilities and needs of workers with disabilities. Rating Symbol Key: NP = Not Present - Does not exist O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 of the time F = Frequently - From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time C = Constantly - 2/3 or more of the time PHYSICAL DEMANDS1. STRENGTH: A. Standing 30% Walking 65% Sitting 5% B. Lifting O 50 lbs. Carrying O 50 lbs. Pushing F 50 lbs. Pulling F 50 lbs. 2. CLIMBING O BALANCING O 3. STOOPING F KNEELING O CROUCHING O CRAWLING O 4. REACHING C HANDLING C FINGERING O FEELING NP 5. TALKING: Ordinary O Other O HEARING: Conversations O Other Sounds O 6. SEEING Acuity, Near F Acuity, Far F Depth Perception F Accommodation O Color Vision F Field of Vision O 7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATING SUMMARY: Heavy Work: 2 (3) (4) 5 (6)(DOL Physical Demand Categories 1 to 6 are very significant to the customary performance of the job if contained in parentheses)8. PHYSICAL DEMAND COMMENTS: Examples of lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling are furniture, waste baskets, dumpsters, ladders, floor polishers, vacuums, stooping is trash, sweeping, vacuuming, reaching/handling are vacuum, supplies, broom, visual acuity/depth perception is seeing where to clean, vandalism. SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS RATINGSThe following analysis represents evaluation of the surroundings in which the job is performed. Environmental Conditions must by definition be specific and related to the job. Key to Environmental Factors Rating:NP = Not Present in the Job EnvironmentS = Seldom Involved - Under 5% of Work DayO = Occasionally Involved - Up to 1/3 TimeF = Frequently Involved - From 1/3 to 2/3 TimeC = Constantly Involved - 2/3 or More Time. 1. ENVIRONMENT: Inside 75% Outside 25% (for "outside schools" without halls - this is 50% inside, 50% outside) 2. EXTREME COLD S 3. EXTREME HEAT NP 4. WET/HUMID OComments Regarding "Wet and/or Humid Conditions" = Cleaning floors, sinks, windows 5. NOISE (IN DECIBELS) 120 decibels VIBRATION OComments Regarding "Noise" = Electric cleaning equipment. blowerComments Regarding "Vibrations" = Electric cleaning equipment 6. HAZARDS: Mechanical S Explosives NP Electrical S Radiant Energy NP Burns S Other Hazard/s NPComments Regarding "Mechanical Hazards" = Cleaning equipment, laddersComments Regarding "Electrical Hazards" = Electric cleaning equipment around waterComments Regarding "Burn Hazards" = Chemicals 7. ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS: Fumes F Mists O Odors F Gases NP Dusts F Poor Ventilation S Other Atmospheric Hazards NPComments Regarding "Fume Exposure" = Cleaning solvents, wax strippersComments Regarding "Odor Exposure" = Spray cleanersComments Regarding "Dust Exposure" = Dust, chalk boards8. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING - DEVICES: Rubber gloves, safety glasses, dust mask, ear plugs9. E. C. SUMMARY: Inside and Outside Work 2 3 4 (5) 6 (7)Numbers encircled by () indicate significant involvement of factors enumerated and rated above.