Custodian

Stratford; Stratford (CT); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratford Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Custodian to perform cleaning and basic maintenance in school buildings and grounds under supervision. The role includes operating cleaning equipment, maintaining facilities, and assisting students, staff and visitors as needed.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, 2–3 years custodial experience preferred, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Work hours are 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with a paid lunch during the summer schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years custodial experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success working with minimal direction.
• Good attendance history.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive interaction with teachers, crew, town employees and students.
• Clean/vacuum/wash/strip/polish/wax floors, walls, windows, ceilings, and furniture.
• Minor checks of building systems.
• General cleaning and maintenance of building during daily route assigned to crew.
• Clear and remove trash as required.
• Fill-in for Head Custodian throughout the district as required.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Building Administrator(s), Facilities Manager and/or designee.

Skills

Effective communication

Self-directed

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance equipment knowledge

Job description

Scope:

Under the direct supervision of the Building Administrator, Director of Facilities and/or designee performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, staff, visitors and others as necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain positive interaction with teachers, crew, town employees and students;
• Clean/vacuum/wash/strip/polish/wax floors, walls, windows, ceilings, and furniture.
• Minor checks of building systems;
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance of building during daily route assigned to crew including but not limited to bathroom facilities, stairwells, hallways, classrooms, etc.
• Clear and remove trash, as required.
• Fill-in for Head Custodian throughout the district, as required.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Building Administrator(s), Facilities Manager and/or designee.

Skill Requirements:

• Ability to identify, prioritize and complete multiple projects on-time and within required deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all organization levels.
• Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision (self-directed, organized, and detail-oriented).
• Ability to work well with colleagues maintaining a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of boilers, fire alarms, maintenance equipment i.e. auto scrubber, ride-on machines, burnisher etc.
• Mechanical skills required i.e. temporary minor repairs for broken soap dispenser, towel dispenser, loose door knob, hang pictures, etc.
• Ability to use equipment i.e. scrubbers, host machine, swing machines burnisher, ride on machine, kai vac, and other various machinery
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures for equipment i.e. scrubbers, host machine, swing machines, burnisher, and other various machinery.
• Willingness to learn the maintenance and operation of current and new equipment.

Qualification Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years custodial experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in working environment requiring minimal direction.
• Good attendance history.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Compensation:

• The salary and hours for this position are determined in accordance with the provisions of the Stratford Public Schools Custodian Association contract.
• Work day is eight (8) hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Hours for this position: 2:30 p.m. tp 11:00 p.m. with 30 minute unpaid lunch; Summer hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with paid lunch
• Full time, full-year with benefits