Substitute Custodian

Substitute Custodian

Salary

$18.06 Hourly

Location

District Wide

Job Type

Substitute

Job Number

2526-6

Department

SUBS

Division

CUSTODIAL

Opening Date

03/06/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

Colville School District is now accepting applications for Substitute Custodians. This position, under the direction of the building principal, will perform a variety of cleaning tasks requiring knowledge of cleaning tools, implements, chemicals, and practices. The custodian will ensure the physical plant is maintained in a clean and orderly condition so that the full educational use of the school building is ready at all times. The custodian will perform work activities that include cleaning the internal and external structure, performing routine building maintenance, and maintaining the school building in a condition of safe operating excellence that meets the districts maximum safety, health, and cleanliness standard.

Essential Duties

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, taste, and smell.

• The employee is frequently required to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• The employee must be able to lift and carry objects on a constant to frequent basis weighing 0-24 pounds and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds on occasion.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• The employee must have flexibility of the hands.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The job is performed under conditions with exposure to the risk of injury and/or ordinary infectious diseases carried by students.

• The employee will occasionally work in outside weather conditions.

• The employee will continually work near moving mechanical parts.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have skills, knowledge, and abilities pertaining to principles, procedures, and methods used in general building custodial/cleaning activities and minor maintenance activities, along with knowledge of cleaning tools, implements, chemicals, and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive and productive working relations with custodial workers, maintenance personnel, building staff, students, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure all areas of responsibility are maintained and cleaned to the district standards.
• Demonstrated ownership, organizational abilities, and ability to work well independently.
• Ability to deal with difficult, stressful people and situations in a positive manner.
• Must possess general knowledge of computers, carpentry, painting, and landscaping.
• Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and arithmetic, and follow written and oral communications.
• Must be in good physical health, capable of standing and walking without restrictions, continuously carrying 0-24 pounds and lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
• Must have a pleasant, cooperative personality to communicate and work well with students, staff, and the community.
• Must be willing to acquire specialized training for a thorough understanding of installed systems.
• A favorable report of a state and national fingerprinting background check is mandatory.

Supplemental Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, and the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination. The following positions have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Exec. Director of Business & Operations, Section 504 Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services. Contact: 217 S. Hofstetter Street, Colville WA 99114 services@colsd.org 509-684-7850. The Colville School District is a drug free/tobacco free workplace. This organization requires a successful applicant to provide eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act. Notice: The candidate selected will be hired on a temporary basis subject to favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprinting background. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. Employees are eligible for SEBB health benefits if Colville School District anticipates they will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). Eligible Colville School District employees receive a comprehensive benefit package through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). This includes medical, dental, vision, long term disability, life/AD&D insurance and other optional benefits.

Medical Insurance

Five plans are available to choose from if you reside in Stevens county. Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employees have the option to cover their family/dependents on medical insurance as well. SEBB Medical Benefits At-A-Glance

Dental Insurance

With three plans to choose from, dental insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Dental Plan Comparison Side by Side

Vision Insurance

With three plans to choose from, vision insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Compare Vision Plans Side by Side Tool

Life and AD&D Insurance

Basic life insurance ($35,000 policy) and accidental death and dismemberment ($5,000 policy) are free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance. Life Insurance Details

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Basic long-term disability insurance is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance. Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan Info

Tax Saving Programs

Employee may elect to participate in tax-savings programs such as Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) or Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP coverage with Washington State Employee Assistance Program is free to the employee. The EAP promotes the health and well-being of employees and their household members by offering legal, financial and counseling consultations.

Work/Life Balance (Time Off Benefits)

We offer a robust leave program-including personal, sick, vacation (for eligible roles), bereavement, and holidays-with specific leave amounts varying by position. Additional benefits include leave sharing and annual buy-back options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

District Employees are members of the Washington Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or School Employees Retirement System (SERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Employer Colville School District 115

Address 217 S. Hofstetter St.

Colville, Washington, 99114

Phone 509-684-7850

Website colsd.org