2nd Shift Custodial Position

Brooklyn Schools; Brooklyn (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Schools is seeking a Custodian for the 2nd shift (2:30pm-10:30pm) to perform cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds. You will work under the supervision of the Principal and Director of Facilities, ensuring clean, safe, and well-maintained facilities for students and staff.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to operate cleaning equipment, and adherence to safety procedures. Previous custodial experience is preferred; high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of recent full-time custodial experience preferred.
• Successful completion of physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Clean, dust, sweep, mop, and sanitize floors and restrooms.
• Use and maintain cleaning equipment and power tools.
• Assist with event setup and building security.
• Follow chemical safety rules and proper handling of supplies.
• Move furniture and equipment as needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Buffers

Auto scrubbers

Extractors

Power washers

Job description

Position: Custodian 2nd shift (2:30pm-10:30pm)*

Reports to: Director of Facilities

Position Function

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, and Director of Facilities, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.

Performance Responsibilities

• Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers.
• Clean, sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.
• Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Use and maintain power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, power drain snake, etc.
• Use and maintain grounds equipment and hand tools; tractor, mowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, plows, loaders, forklifts, manlift, chainsaw, etc.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs using hand operated tools or power equipment.
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.
• Change bulbs, ballasts, switches, receptacles. Be familiar with breaker panels and electrical meters.
• Lock and unlock assigned buildings; secure buildings when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows; report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
• Assist with setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
• Follow the instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools as needed.

Additional Duties

• Perform minor plumbing repairs, light tree work.
• Perform general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
• Assist parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Must be mobile, able to lift, carry, push and pull a maximum of 75 pounds with assistance and 50 pounds independently.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, crouch reach/work overhead or horizontally.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to work effectively with others and follow directions.
• Able to work in an environment containing cleaning materials, dust and noise.
• Able to complete all tasks listed in the job description and similar assignments.
• Able to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of recent full-time custodial experience preferred
• Successful completion of physical and drug screening.

Terms of Employment

• Monday-Friday, 8 hrs/day
• 2nd Shift: 2:30 p.m to 10:30 p.m.
• School Vacations: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Day shift for all custodians
• Summer Hours: June - August (7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) exact dates based on first/last day of school year
• Salary and Benefits in accordance with Local 1303 Contract
• Salary: $24.74 - $26.21 per hour

FLSA Status: Non-exempt