Custodian - Guy E. Rowe Elementary School

Applitrack; Norway (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid sick days

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Oxford Hills School District is seeking a dedicated Custodian for Guy E Rowe Elementary School. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe learning environment and supporting facilities staff with routine cleaning and maintenance tasks.

The position involves operating cleaning equipment, handling cleaning chemicals safely, and following district safety rules to ensure healthy conditions for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
• Experience using cleaning equipment such as vacuums and floor buffers.
• Experience handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
• Knowledge of safety rules and occupational hazards.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and sanitizing.
• Gathers and empties trash and recycling; cleans restrooms.
• Dusts furniture, walls, and fixtures; cleans windows and mirrors.
• Operates cleaning equipment safely; follows chemical usage guidelines.
• Maintains inventory and notifies when supplies run low.
• Assists with repairs requests and snow/ice removal as needed.
• Adheres to safety procedures and district policies.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Cleaning equipment

Chemicals handling

Safety rules

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor buffers

Cleaning solutions

Job description

Custodian - Guy E. Rowe Elementary School JobID: 655

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 9/29/2026
• Location: Guy E. Rowe Elementary School

The Oxford Hills School District is accepting applications for aCustodian for Guy E. Rowe Elementary School.

Terms of Employment

This position is under the Oxford Hills EducationalSupport Personnel Associationwhich can be viewed here .

MSAD #17 offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• health insurance with 80% of the premium paid by the employer (with up to 100% if both spouses work in the district)
• dental, vision, Group Life Insurance
• flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan eligibility
• 12 paid sick days per year

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
• Experience using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions.
• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules.

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment within Oxford Hills School District facilities. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with the ability to perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks, operate cleaning equipment, and handle cleaning chemicals safely. The Custodian supports the District's mission by ensuring that all facilities are conducive to a positive learning and working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleaning and Maintenance:
  • Performs routine and heavy cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming floors.
  • Gathers and empties trash and recycling.
  • Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
  • Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
  • Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions.
  • Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture.
  • Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs.
  • Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Equipment and Supplies:
  • Operates cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners and floor buffers, safely and effectively.
  • Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals according to instructions and safety guidelines.
  • Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage.
  • Manages inventory of cleaning supplies and notifies the Head Custodian of needed supplies.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Checks for and reports unsafe conditions in assigned areas/buildings.
  • Follows District procedures and regulations for maintaining a safe and efficient school environment.
  • Adheres to occupational hazards and safety rules.
• Support and Assistance:
  • Supports the District's mission and goals.
  • Assists in requisitioning cleaning equipment and supplies.
  • Assists in requesting repairs.
  • Removes snow and ice as assigned by the Assistant Facilities Director, or Facilities Director.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Facilities Director, or Facilities Director.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and twist for extended periods.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions for long periods.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.

Expectations of Oxford Hills School District Staff

As contributing members of the district's learning community, all district staff members are expected to:

• Model a strong work ethic, perseverance and grit, as well as responsibility and respect;
• Utilize best practices for motivating today's students in a safe, supportive learning environment;
• Demonstrate knowledge in the development of real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship;
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents and the public.

Further, instructional staff will emphasize and employ practices that lead to improvement in student achievement by:

• Instilling problem-solving and critical thinking as a "new basics" for learning across all grade levels;
• Delivering strong literacy instruction across content areas;
• Helping student develop skills to apply, interpret, analyze, and evaluate the vast, ever-expanding amount of information;
• Employing effective lesson design by adjusting to students' personal learning needs and preferences, including appropriate technology applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.