Building Maintenance/Custodian (Dayside) - TCHS Pickering

Applitrack; East Caln Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit seeks a Master Custodian for Chester County Technical College High School Pickering - 1580 Charlestown Road, Phoenixville, PA. The role performs cleaning, routine maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing and HVAC tasks, operates large outdoor equipment, and handles landscaping and snow removal.

Hours Monday–Friday, 6:00/6:30A to 2:00/2:30P; anticipate start date October 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and processes; knowledge of trades, codes and regulations.
• Ability to comply with written and/or oral directions.
• Possess valid driver's license.
• General knowledge of trades, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems.
• Experience with carpentry and custodial services methods.
• Ability to operate tools common to the maintenance trades.
• Ability to perform routine and some major repairs.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain building facilities and systems.
• Change belts, filters, replace ballasts and perform routine HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclable items.
• Maintain landscape and snow removal with large power equipment.
• Receive, store, and deliver supplies to the appropriate areas.
• Maintain overall security of building and grounds.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Carpentry basics

Plumbing basics

Custodial services

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Chester County Intermediate Unit

Building Maintenance/Custodian (Dayside) - TCHS Pickering JobID: 4599

• Position Type: Facilities, Maintenance & Transportation/ Master Custodian
• Date Posted: 9/28/2026
• Closing Date: 10/12/2026

At the present time, a vacancyfor a Master Custodianposition exists within the Administrative Services department of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Thispositionisresponsible for building and grounds cleaning and maintenance. This includes the replacement of ballasts, lighting fixtures, installation of electrical fixtures, troubleshooting electrical, plumbing and HVAC issues as well as the operation of large outdoor power equipment and the maintenance and repair of these devices. Also, included are routine repairs of building and ground equipment, mowing, landscaping and snow removal, including snowplow operation. Position may be required to fill in at other locations in times of need or in emergencies.

Position Quick Facts

Anticipated Start Date:October 2026

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Location:Technical College High School Pickering - 1580 Charlestown Road, Phoenixville, PA

Base Schedule:Monday through Friday (6:00/6:30A to 2:00/2:30P)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and processes; knowledge of trades, ability to implement routine building and infrastructure maintenance (plumbing, electrical, hvac).
• Ability to comply with written and/or oral directions
• Possess valid driver's license
• General knowledge and understanding of trades, codes and regulations
• General knowledge of maintaining primary and secondary electrical systems and equipment
• Working knowledge of carpentry and plumbing and custodial services methods and procedure
• Ability to operate a variety of tools common to the maintenance trades
• Ability to perform routine maintenance as well as some major and minor repairs to facilities systems and equipment

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain building facilities and systems.
• Change belts, filters, replace ballasts and perform routine HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclable items.
• Maintain landscape and perform snow removal using large power equipment in addition to manually operate equipment.
• Take receipt of supplies and other items and store and deliver these items to the appropriate persons or areas.
• Maintain overall security of building and grounds as required.

2026-2027 Salary:

$23.42 to $25.31 per hour (based upon experience)

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.

Postings current as of 10/2/2026 10:58:45 AM CST.

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