2nd Shift Custodian (Area 1)

Manchester Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Public Schools is seeking a custodian/maintenance staff member at Manchester High School (9-12) to perform routine cleaning, floor care, dusting, window washing, and basic security tasks across buildings.

Responsibilities include minor repairs, setting up for events, safeguarding property, maintaining boiler room areas, and delivering supplies. Requires ability to lift 50 lbs and a valid driver’s license; English literacy at 8th grade level; U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to read and write English at the 8th grade level.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with students, staff and the public.
• Willingness to learn total job function.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, strip wax, wash, wax and polish floors; vacuum carpets.
• Dust and wash windows, walls, doors, fixtures and surroundings.
• Perform minor repairs such as replacing light switch covers and bulbs.
• Move furniture for events; set up and tear down as needed.
• Maintain boiler room appearance and fuel inventory logs; perform boiler checks.
• Secure and safeguard Board of Education property; report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Reading/Writing English

Valid Driver's License

Lift 50 lbs

Teamwork / Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 8/25/2026
• Location: Manchester High School (9-12)
• Date Available: as soon as possible

Description

Perform routine cleaning, routine maintenance tasks, and securing of various buildings and gates that are the responsibility of the Manchester Board of Education.

Job Summary

Sweep, mop, strip wax, wash, wax and polish floors, remove stains, wash and vacuum carpet; dust and wash windows, walls, doors, light fixtures and lenses, furnishings, install chair glides – generally maintain furniture, custodial closets and equipment.

Totally clean, wash, disinfect, etc. and restock lavatory and toilet room facilities. Clean spills, vomitus, breakage, graffiti, etc.

Minor repairs and corrections such as replace light switch cover plates, change light bulbs/lamps, secure door hinges and adjust latching. Clean radiators and ventilators, change or clean various filters, (remove and reinstall covers, if necessary). Clean ventilation louvers and diffusers. Assist maintenance personnel in scheduled cleaning of roof drains. Spot painting of small areas.

Receive supplies/materials and deliver as necessary. Move furniture (small in-house moves), set up and tear down for various events.

Clean and maintain the appearance of the boiler room. Keep fuel inventory log. Check water level. Check room temperatures. Complete the "boiler check" log.

Maintain walkways, building entrances and steps (sweep sand, remove snow by shovel or snow thrower, etc.)

Mow, rake and otherwise maintain grass within 10' of building and police play areas (pick up broken glass, debris, etc.).

Take appropriate measures to safeguard and secure Board of Education property. Notify supervisor, teacher, principal, police, fire or utility department whichever is appropriate.

Qualifications

This person shall (1) be a U.S. Citizen, (2) be a vocational, trade or high school graduate, or have completed the G.E.D., (3) possess a valid drivers license and a clean driving record, (4) have the ability to read and write the English language at the 8th grade level.

Ability and desire to learn total job function. Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.

Physical ability to operate various cleaning and maintenance equipment associated with the custodial assignment.

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Ability to establish and maintain reasonable relationships with students, professional staff and general public.

Ability to work when necessary in adverse environmental conditions.

Any changes to the qualifications listed above will apply to new hires. The person currently in this position will be "grandfathered" in regards to the qualifications listed above as of the ratification date of this job description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Note

This job description is only a guide and not all-inclusive of a Custodian's function. Assignments vary and will be specified at each job location.