Custodian 2nd Shift

John F. Deering Middle School; West Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

West Warwick Public Schools, John F. Deering Middle School in West Warwick, RI, is seeking a Full-time Custodian (2nd Shift) to maintain clean, safe, and well-preserved facilities and grounds for students, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include minor repairs, boiler operation, and routine grounds work.

The role requires ability to read and follow instructions, physical stamina for manual labor, and a commitment to building security and safety during and after school hours.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required or equivalency.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to serve a wide variety of building users courteously and efficiently.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean, safe, orderly school facilities and grounds.
• Operates HVAC/boiler systems and minor building repairs.
• Maintains security and safety of the building.
• Inspects facilities for repairs and notifies appropriate staff.
• Performs routine grounds maintenance and snow removal.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Services and Principal.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalency

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

West Warwick Public Schools John F. Deering Middle School - West Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary:
To maintain clean, safe, orderly, and well-preserved facilities and grounds for students, staff, and visitors. The Full-Time Custodian is responsible for day-to-day custodial care, minor building repairs, HVAC/boiler operation, facility security, and routine grounds maintenance.

Performance Responsibilities

• Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, entrances, hydrants, and play areas neat and clean at all times (including removal of snow).
• Cleans and maintains all boilers and other major equipment.
• Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Examines school facilities and grounds on a regular basis for needed repairs and maintenance. Informs the head custodian and/or Director of Property Services of needed or potential repairs and/or maintenance which cannot be corrected at the building level.
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Makes minor building repairs.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motor and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Reports immediately to the head custodian and Director of Property Services any damage to school property.
• Remains on the school premises during school hours and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and attendance is required by the principal or Director of Property Services.
• Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building and the general fire safety of the building.
• Assumes responsibility for opening and closing of the buildings each day, which includes securing all doors and windows and turning off all lights, except for those left on for safety reasons.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and/or supplies within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the head custodian, principal, and/or Director of Property Services.
• Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Services and building Principal.

Custodian 2nd Shift

West Warwick Public Schools John F. Deering Middle School - West Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5990814
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary:
To maintain clean, safe, orderly, and well-preserved facilities and grounds for students, staff, and visitors. The Full-Time Custodian is responsible for day-to-day custodial care, minor building repairs, HVAC/boiler operation, facility security, and routine grounds maintenance.

Performance Responsibilities

• Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, entrances, hydrants, and play areas neat and clean at all times (including removal of snow).
• Cleans and maintains all boilers and other major equipment.
• Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Examines school facilities and grounds on a regular basis for needed repairs and maintenance. Informs the head custodian and/or Director of Property Services of needed or potential repairs and/or maintenance which cannot be corrected at the building level.
• Keeps the grounds free from rubbish.
• Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation.
• Makes minor building repairs.
• Maintains on a regular schedule all motor and other mechanical equipment requiring scheduled servicing.
• Reports immediately to the head custodian and Director of Property Services any damage to school property.
• Remains on the school premises during school hours and during non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and attendance is required by the principal or Director of Property Services.
• Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building and the general fire safety of the building.
• Assumes responsibility for opening and closing of the buildings each day, which includes securing all doors and windows and turning off all lights, except for those left on for safety reasons.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and/or supplies within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the head custodian, principal, and/or Director of Property Services.
• Complies with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Services and building Principal.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
  Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
  A working knowledge of the equipment and methods used in cleaning and custodial work.
  Ability to serve a wide variety of building users courteously and efficiently.
  Physical ability to perform manual labor.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Derrick Randle
• 10 Harris Ave
• West Warwick, Rhode Island 02893
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]