Building Maintainer / Districtwide

Cheshire Public Schools; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire Public Schools is seeking a Building Maintainer Substitute to provide as-needed cleaning, maintenance, and event support across district facilities. Duties include cleaning, setup for meetings, basic repairs, and winter sidewalk care. Schedule varies with district needs and is not guaranteed.

The role emphasizes independence, reliability, and strong service to students and staff; candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in building cleaning and maintenance preferred.
• Familiarity with basic carpentry, plumbing, and minor repairs.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and windows.
• Set up and break down chairs, tables, and equipment for meetings and events.
• Assist with basic building maintenance and repairs; move equipment and supplies.
• Clear snow, sand, or salt entrances and walkways when winter conditions apply.
• Provide high level of service to students, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Cleaning

Maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Event setup

Job description

Description

The Building Maintainer Substitute provides as-needed, non-routine coverage and support for building cleaning, maintenance, event setup, and other operational needs throughout Cheshire Public Schools. Work is assigned based on District needs. This position does not have a guaranteed or regular work schedule.

Building Maintainer Substitute

Districtwide

Description

The Building Maintainer Substitute provides as-needed, non-routine coverage and support for building cleaning, maintenance, event setup, and other operational needs throughout Cheshire Public Schools. Work is assigned based on District needs. This position does not have a guaranteed or regular work schedule.

Duties may include cleaning rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and windows; maintaining floor surfaces, including sweeping, mopping, and polishing; and maintaining the general cleanliness of school buildings, including dusting, washing surfaces, emptying waste baskets, and replenishing restroom supplies.

The Building Maintainer Substitute may also set up and break down chairs, tables, and equipment for meetings, school activities, and other functions; prepare rooms for use by outside organizations; assist with basic building maintenance and repairs; move equipment, materials, and supplies; and clear snow, sand, or salt entrances and walkways when winter conditions apply.

Provides a high level of service and assistance to students, teachers, administrators, visitors, and other employees as needed.

Supervised By

Receives task direction from the Facilities Manager, school administrator, and/or designee.

Qualifications

Experience in building cleaning and maintenance preferred, including familiarity with basic carpentry, plumbing, and other minor repairs.

Must Be Able To

• Complete a wide range of assigned tasks and adjust to changing priorities.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Interact courteously and professionally with students, staff, and the public.
• Work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Move equipment, materials, and supplies as needed, including lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain flexibility to work morning and/or evening assignments, as needed, including building-related emergencies and scheduled school events.

Compensation & Employment Status

• This is a substitute, non-routine hourly position paid at a rate of $20 per hour.
• Hours are assigned on an as-needed basis based on District operational needs and are not guaranteed.
• This position is not benefits eligible.