Substitute Maintenance Team Member 2025-26

OBJECTIVE:

The purpose of the maintenance team is to ensure that we retain the public’s trust by keeping our facilities safe, clean and well maintained at all times.

CANDIDATES:

Toledo School District maintenance team members should be detail oriented and take pride in their work.  They must be physically able to perform labor intensive tasks, and can self-start to get tasks/assignments done daily.

FUNTIONS/TYPICAL WORK:

The maintenance team performs tasks in the custodial, grounds keeping and maintenance fields.  All substitutes may be assigned to a position in one of those areas, and will perform those tasks associated with the assigned position.  The basic functions of each position are as noted below:

ALL:

Perform skilled duties to ensure the care, upkeep and beautification of all Toledo School District properties.

CUSTODIAN:

• Clean and maintain floors, walls, windows and carpets
• Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures
• Empty trash containers; set up and move furniture required for special events
• Use power equipment and hand tools such as broom, mop, squeegee, buffer, polisher and vacuum required for the cleaning and custodial maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture
• Use ladder when required in work assignments
• Replace light bulbs, tissue and restroom supplies
• Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows. Report any unauthorized occupants
• Manually or with self- propelled equipment, remove snow or debris from sidewalks, stairs, driveways, entry ways
• May operate motorized equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

GROUNDS KEEPER:

• Operate and maintain mowers, tractors, vehicles, weed eaters, and other equipment. Perform basic related mechanic tasks
• Collect and dispose of leaves, debris, and refuse
• Install and repair irrigation systems. Move pipes, hoses, and sprinklers for the best use of available water
• Install and repair drain lines and catch basins
• Install and repair fencing
• Patch and repair blacktop and concrete work
• Maintain lawns, plants, shrubs, and trees by pruning and the proper and appropriate use of fertilization and pest control substances
• Assist in preparing plans and cost estimates for district development of turf and planted areas
• Make recommendations regarding the purchase of trees, shrubs and flowers
• Line/mark athletic fields
• May direct the work of students and other non-classified personnel
• Perform other duties as assigned

MAINTENANCE HELP AND/OR SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS:

• Substitute for building custodians when needed
• Clean and maintain floors, walls, windows and carpets
• Clean and sanitize restrooms/shower rooms and fixtures
• Empty trash containers; set up and move furniture required for special events
• Use power equipment and hand tools such as broom, mop, squeegee, buffer, polisher and vacuum required for the cleaning and custodial maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture
• Use ladder when required in work assignments
• Replace light bulbs, tissue and restroom supplies
• Lock and unlock buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors and windows. Report any unauthorized occupants
• Manually or with self- propelled equipment, remove snow or debris from sidewalks, stairs, driveways, entry ways and apply ice melt products
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor as needed with various tasks including but not limited to basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, furniture repairs and assembly, and basic electrical work
• Operate and maintain mowers, tractors, vehicles, weed eaters, and other equipment. Perform basic related mechanic tasks
• Collect and dispose of leaves, debris, and refuse
• Install and repair irrigation systems. Move pipes, hoses, and sprinklers for the best use of available water
• Install and repair drain lines and catch basins
• Install and repair fencing
• Patch and repair blacktop and concrete work
• Maintain lawns, plants, shrubs, and trees by pruning and the proper and appropriate use of fertilization and pest control substances
• Assist in preparing plans and cost estimates for district development of turf and planted areas
• Make recommendations regarding the purchase of trees, shrubs and flowers
• Line/mark athletic fields
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 3 Classified Reference Forms or Letters of Recommendation
• HS Diploma or Transcripts OR GED Diploma or Transcripts 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

1. Physical strength sufficient to lift and carry 50 or more pounds frequently, and 80 pounds occasionally, with assistance; push and/or pull a variety of tools and equipment weighing 80 or more pounds with assistance, and to move heavy items with wheeled manual aids.
2. Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
3. Physical agility to sit, stand, kneel, walk, push/pull, crawl, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, and to reach overhead.
4. Physical stamina sufficient to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
5. Sustain medium to heavy physical effort for up to 8 hours a day

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively
2. Ability to work with minimal supervision
3. Ability to follow tasks and assignments through to completion
4. Ability to work as a team and cooperate with other employees
5. Ability to set and organize work priorities
6. Skill in operating and maintaining related equipment
7. Knowledge and ability to perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner
8. Maintain professionalism when dealing with staff, students and members of the public

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in grounds care and maintenance, including some experience in skilled or specialized duties working independently
• Experience in custodial work and assignments
• Physical ability to perform heavy inside and/or outside work in all types of weather
• Physical ability to perform custodial tasks
• Knowledge and ability to perform mechanical maintenance and repair
• Must be able to read, understand and implement information in an MSDS/SDS sheet
• Possess a valid Washington Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
• Possess a High School Diploma or the equivalent

STATE/DISTRICT MANDATED REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid First Aid/CPR/AED card or ability to attain one
• Fingerprinting (paid by employee)
• Proof of Immunization (if born 1-1-57 or later)
• I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform Act
• HIV/HBV Training (district provided)
• Sexual Harassment Training (district provided)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Substitute - As needed

Salary : $25