2nd Shift Custodian

Servingschools; Dedham (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dedham School is seeking a dedicated Custodian to perform routine and deep cleaning, snow removal, and light maintenance at the Dedham School Department facilities. The role supports safety, cleanliness and efficient operations during the 1PM–9PM shift.

Expect responsibilities include carpet cleaning, floor refinishing, restocking, and assisting in training new staff while maintaining high standards and dependable service to the school community.

Qualifications

• Must understand and follow multi-step instructions.
• Able to read and follow safety procedures.
• Capable of using custodial equipment safely.
• Able to use hand and power tools when required.

Responsibilities

• Dust, mop, vacuum, clean restrooms and restock supplies.
• Perform deep cleaning: carpets, floors, furniture, walls, lights, windows.
• Maintain custodial equipment and supplies.
• Empty trash and secure areas after cleaning.
• Report needs to head custodians and support safety practices.
• Assist in training new staff on routines.
• Set up and clean up building activities as needed.
• Snow removal and treating sidewalks/entryways in winter.

Skills

Custodial experience

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Team ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

A Custodian is responsible for a variety of tasks including washing, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, sweeping, moving, event setup/cleanup & snow removal. Perform routine, detailed and deep cleaning along with basic maintenance procedures to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, efficiency and customer service for the Dedham School Department.

Hours

Monday through Friday 1PM – 9PM. Must be able to switch to day shift during the Summer and School Vacations/Breaks.

Pay Range

$19.00 - $24.80

Minimum Requirements

• Previous custodial experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current Maine CHRC (fingerprinting) or ability to obtain
• Pass a criminal background check
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to climb and work from a ladder
• Ability to perform snow removal
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the district (i.e. hours, locations, duties, etc.)
• Physical abilities - able to work on your feet for 7+ hours a day and lift up to 50lbs
• Personal qualities - dependable, honest, enthusiastic, approachable
• Professional qualities - detail-oriented, self-directed and able to communicate effectively

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs routine custodial duties; dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking supplies
• Performs deep cleaning duties; carpet cleaning, floor stripping and refinishing, furniture, walls, lights, and windows
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters
• Ensure all doors and windows are locked after cleaning areas
• Reports need and concerns to head custodians
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of custodial equipment and supplies
• Assists in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements
• Perform tasks associated with setting up, breaking down and cleaning up of building activities as needed
• Performs snow shoveling, snow blowing and treatment of sidewalks and entryways with salt, sand or ice melt
• Performs lite maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to understand and follow multi step verbal and written instructions
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and safety procedures.
• Ability to safely use district provided custodial equipment and supplies
• Ability to use hand and power tools associated with custodial work

Dedham School

2065 Main Rd, Dedham

Job Details

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary.

This will close when suitable candidate is found.