Afternoon Custodian

Fitzgerald Public Schools; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AFSCME LOCAL 1305 is seeking an Afternoon Custodian for Chatterton Middle School and Westview Elementary School. The role follows the Local 1305 Collective Bargaining Agreement for rate of pay and supports maintenance and custodial tasks during the afternoon shift.

Requirements include a High School diploma, valid driver's license, reliable attendance, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; tasks involve reading and following directions, working alone or with others, and caring for facilities

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License Required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate professionally with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal directions.
• Seniority, ability, initiative and performance may be considered in selection.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Communication skills

Lift 50 pounds

Teamwork

Read and follow directions

Problem solving

Outdoor work in weather

Attendance/reliability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

NOTICE OF OPENING: AFSCME LOCAL 1305

POSITION: Afternoon Custodian

LOCATION: Chatterton Middle School and Westview Elementary School

WORK YEAR: School Year; Alternate shifts when school is not in session

RATE OF PAY: Per Local 1305 Collective Bargaining Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License Required
• Possess good habits, character and attendance records
• Be neat and clean in appearance
• Ability to work alone and within a group to complete tasks
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of instructions
• Ability to read instructions and follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to walk, bend, stoop and squat as part of daily job duties
• Ability to work outside and in inclement weather conditions

Applicants will be selected based based on the following criteria: seniority, ability, initiative, and performance.

Position Type: Maintenance and Custodial/ Custodian

Date Posted: 8/24/2026

Location: Chatterton Middle School (High-Needs School)