Our Lady of the Lake Parish is seeking a new Custodian responsible for maintaining, cleaning, and disinfecting all areas of the school. Perform basic clearing, sanitation, and minor maintenance of the school building and associated grounds including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, polishing, trash removal, etc. To accomplish these tasks the Custodian must work closely with the Facilities Supervisor and other staff.

Our Lady of the Lake is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic community. Nourished by our faith and sacraments, we strive to live Christ’s Gospel by caring for all God’s creation with compassion, mercy. We have been a fixture in the northeast Seattle community for over 90 years. With over 500 families in the parish and 250+ students in the school. We are looking for a collaborative member of our staff.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to HR Assistant: Liz Jackman at ljackman@ollseattle.org.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Vacuum, dust, mop, and spot mop all assigned classrooms and offices.

2. Disinfect floors, drinking fountains, toilets, and sinks in restrooms/classrooms

3. Empty and clean all waste baskets.

4. Clean chalkboards, whiteboards, trays and erasers as needed.

5. Dust all horizontal surfaces, vents, and univents.

6. Clean walls around doors and light switches as needed.

7. Dust lockers, beams, etc.

8. Secure all windows and doors.

9. Change light bulbs, clocks and batteries as needed.

10. Clean/remove all graffiti as soon as discovered or reported.

11. Set up and take down furniture for events/ annual cleaning.

12. Maintain outdoor school property.

13. May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance

14. Perform cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements

15. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices

16. Creates and maintains a cleaning schedule for the school building

17. Other duties as assigned by the principal, PAA and/or Facilities Director

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Communicate effectively with others.

Work as a team with other custodians and supervisors.

Follow written and verbal instructions.

Recognize hazardous situations and conduct work in a safe manner.

Maintain security of the facility.

Work independently.

Adapt to non-routine occurrences/changes.

Physical requirements necessary to perform essential position duties:

Stand/walk for prolonged periods of time.

Lift up to 75lbs.

Climb ladders and work at heights.

Use hand tools.

Work outdoors in all types of weather.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.