2nd Shift Custodian/TMMS

Teachers' Memorial Middle School; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Norwich Public Schools’ Teachers' Memorial Middle School is seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Custodian to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming learning environment after school hours in Norwich, CT.

The role reports to the Facilities Supervisor and Building Administrator and requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus demonstrated aptitude for custodial tasks. The position offers full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits package and union-negotiated terms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent required.
• Aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Any board-approved alternatives to established qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Keep building and surrounding areas neat and clean.
• Shovel, plow and sand walkways and driveways as needed.
• Clean classrooms and dust as needed daily.
• Clean corridors and sanitary fixtures daily.
• Disinfect toilets and floors; maintain drinking fountains.
• Wash windows inside and out at least twice a year.
• Perform yard keeping duties to maintain grounds.
• Ensure floors are clean and in good condition.
• Report property damage immediately to supervisors.

Skills

Demonstrated aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or its equivalent

Alternative qualifications may be considered

Job description

2nd Shift Custodian/TMMS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5964213
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

2nd Shift Custodian

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and necessary

Reports To: Facilities Supervisor and Building Administrator

General Description: To provide students, staff and visitors with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play and develop.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times
• Shovels, plows and sands walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as appropriate
• Cleans classrooms daily and dusts as needed
• Cleans corridors daily and as needed throughout the day
• Scrubs, hoses down, and disinfects toilets and floors daily, and cleans all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily
• Washes all windows on both the inside and outside at least twice each year, and more frequently as necessary
• Perform yard keeping chores as necessary such as grass cutting, tree trimming to maintain the school grounds in a safe and attractive condition
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation
• Report immediately to the building administrator and facility supervisor when there is damage to any school property
• Remain on the school premises during school hours and during non school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and his/her attendance is required by the building administrator or facilities supervisor
• Responsible for closing the building each school day and determining before leaving that all doors and windows are secured, all lights (except those for safety reasons) are turned off and the alarm is turned on
• Move furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Building administrator or Facilities Supervisor
• Complies with all local, state and federal laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and waste
• Does other related work as required by the Head Custodian, Building Administrator and Facilities Director and/or Supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms above head and from the floor. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb on to ladders and stepladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and waist more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails, salt, bulk furniture and unloading trucks. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work using ladders, scaffolding, mechanical lifts and District vehicles. Ability to spend most of the work day standing, lifting and walking. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and move heavier materials using appropriate equipment. Required to properly use safety equipment to prevent injury to self or others
• Must be able to unload trucks, move deliveries and distribute up to 100 pounds – distribute freight and school materials
• Must be able to climb a step stool or ladder

Terms of Employment: Salary and work year as determined by the union contract

Benefits:Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid leave, including sick, vacation, and personal leave, as applicable; and other employment benefits in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, Board of Education policies, and/or employment terms.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support service personnel

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $24.39 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 90 Town Street
• Norwich, Connecticut 06360
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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