Custodian / Facilities Member

Darrow School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO / Vacation Time

Complimentary meals during shift hours

Job summary

Darrow School in New Lebanon, NY is seeking a Custodian / Facilities Member. This full-time role involves maintaining campus cleanliness and safety, including tasks such as cleaning student dormitories, setup for events, and adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate should be able to lift 50 lbs, hold a valid driver’s license, and possess strong problem-solving skills. The position offers $20.00/hour and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of student dormitories, classrooms, and administrative areas.
• Setup and teardown of campus events.
• Ensure safety standards throughout campus.
• Monitor and respond to work orders.
• Keep up with the preventative maintenance schedule.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Snowplow

Small industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Custodian / Facilities Member

Full Time • New Lebanon, NY, US • 7 days ago • Requisition ID: 1034

Darrow School is a private, co‑educational, college‑preparatory school located in New Lebanon, New York. The school serves international boarding and day students in grades 9-12 and PG.

We are seeking a Custodian / Facilities Member to work one of two shifts: either 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM, or 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. This role reports to the Facilities Manager and Director of Facilities and plays a vital role in maintaining the overall physical integrity and operational safety of the campus. All facilities staff are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports the daily educational mission. Clear communication, frequent check‑ins, and updates with supervisors and directors are required.

This position includes, but is not limited to, physical labor, janitorial and cleanliness duties, reporting safety and sanitary hazards, following up on concerns, and assisting other facilities employees when assigned. A schedule of preventive maintenance tasks, alongside regularly occurring responsibilities and future projects, will be available in the Facilities Office.

General Responsibilities:

• Daily cleaning of student dormitories, classrooms, and administrative areas (sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, windows, trash disposal, and waxing)
• Assisting with the setup and teardown of campus events, including graduation, commencement, open house, etc.
• Ensuring safety standards are met throughout campus (monitoring hygiene, heat and water, labeling of chemicals, snow removal and de‑icing, locking doors, checking for leaks and structural damage)
• Monitoring and responding to any work orders, performing as‑needed tasks around campus
• Keeping up with the preventative maintenance schedule
• Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager and Director of Facilities

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Experience handling snowplows and other small industrial cleaning equipment preferred but not necessary
• Basic “handyman skills” preferred but not necessary
• Must pass a background check, with a clean criminal record
• Previous custodial experience preferred but not required
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proactive problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Commitment to ongoing professional development of Darrow School and its students

Pay, Hours & Benefits:

• $20.00 / hour
• Full Time, In‑Person
• Anthem Blue Cross Health Insurance Offered
• Guardian Dental Insurance Offered
• VSP Vision Insurance Offered
• HSA, Life Insurance, Disability, Legal, Accident, Hospital Indemnity Insurances available
• Darrow School facilities operate on a schedule separate from the remainder of Darrow School employees. Members of facilities will observe, and have the day‑off with pay, for the following holidays: New Years Eve, New Years Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day‑After‑Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, Day‑After‑Christmas.
• 40 Hours Sick / Personal Time
• 80 Hours PTO / Vacation Time
• Complimentary use of Darrow School’s dining hall for breakfast, lunch, and dinner during shift hours