Building Custodian III, Shift Supervisor, 2nd Shift

Portland Public Schools, Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

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Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Building Custodian III, Shift Supervisor (2nd Shift) for Deering High School in Portland, ME. The role supervises custodians, performs cleaning and facilities tasks on the 2nd shift, and may follow direction from the building administrator when working alone during the day shift. Training and safety are emphasized.

Wage range is $22.14 to $28.36 per hour, with benefits eligibility. Work hours are Monday-Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, full-time year-round.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization; total cost $70.
• Shift: 2nd Shift; 2:30–11:00 PM; Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE).
• Wage range provided: $22.14–$28.36, based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodians and perform building cleaning and facilities maintenance.
• Assist head custodian and follow directions from administrator when needed.
• Train staff on cleaning methods and safety; may operate HVAC equipment when certified.
• Move furniture/equipment and perform limited grounds maintenance.

Skills

Custodial supervision

Facilities maintenance

Heavy lifting

Training others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

HVAC systems

Job description

Building Custodian III, Shift Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Deering High JobID: 5716

• Position Type: CUSTODIAL/ CUSTODIAN - SHIFT SUPERVISOR
• Date Posted: 9/27/2026
• Location: Custodial
• Date Available: ASAP

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under general supervision, supervises custodians and performs building cleaning and facilities maintenance work in schools and administrative buildings. Assists the head custodian in completing required tasks and may take direction directly from the building administrator if working alone on the day shift. The second shift custodial supervisor conducts on the job training in the application of simple manual skill and use of cleaning and grounds tools and equipment, and supplies to clean interior of buildings and limited maintenance of school grounds.

The nature of the work is repetitive and requires sustained physical effort and involves some heavy work in moving or lifting furniture and equipment with some exposure to accident and injury hazards and disagreeable elements. Custodian shift supervisors who possess the appropriate certificate may be assigned responsibility for checking or operating heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment. Employees in these classes are considered emergency personnel and are required to report to buildings during inclement weather.

Work hours will be MondayFriday, 2:3011:00 PM.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (total cost is $70 - more info here )

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment: Permanent
• Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday-Friday 2:30-11:00 PM
• Contract: Part of BASE union (see 2026-2029Collective Bargaining Unit here )
• Wage range: $22.14-28.36, based on experience as outlined in CBA
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Postings current as of 9/30/2026 8:29:51 AM CST.