Custodian - Night

New Milford Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

Retirement Plan

Uniform Allowance

Life Insurance

Job summary

New Milford Public Schools in New Milford, CT, is seeking a full-time night custodian for 2:30pm–11:00pm shifts at New Milford High School. Compensation is per Custodial & Maintenance bargaining unit agreement.

Applicants must submit online applications with at least two signed letters of reference. Candidates should be capable of basic repairs, following instructions, and performing routine custodial tasks with physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of janitorial materials, methods and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to cleaning equipment.
• Sufficient physical strength and agility for routine custodial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs, mops, waxes and polishes floors; dusts and polishes furniture; washes windows and fixtures.
• Moves office and institutional furniture and equipment as directed.
• Collects and disposes of rubbish; replaces bulbs; assists in simple repairs.
• Sweeps, salts sidewalks, and performs minor maintenance tasks and security duties.
• Performs moderately heavy manual cleaning and care of public buildings.

Skills

Janitorial knowledge

Follow instructions

Minor repairs

Physical stamina

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

• Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
  
• Date Posted:
  10/7/2026
  
• Location:
  New Milford High School
  
• Date Available:
  11/02/2026
  

New Milford Public Schools is seeking a Full-Time night time Custodian. Hours are 2:30pm to 11:00pm. Salary is per Custodial bargaining unit agreement.It is necessary that candidates complete an online application and supply at least 2 signed, current and dated letters of reference which must be uploaded to your online application.

Must have:

• Some knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment typically used in janitorial work.
• Ability to understand and perform simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to cleaning equipment.
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform a variety of routine custodial tasks in the care and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Scrubs, mops, waxes and polishes floors; dusts and polishes furniture; washes windows, woodwork, disinfects washrooms, toilets and fixtures.
• Moves office and institutional furniture and equipment from place to place as directed.
• Collects and disposes of rubbish; replaces burned out light bulbs; assists in making simple repairs to building and equipment.
• Sweeps, shovels and salts sidewalks, and performs other minor maintenance tasks, picks up indoor and outdoor litter, performs security functions of buildings and other tasks as directed.
• Performs moderately heavy manual work in cleaning and caring for public buildings and institutions; performs related work as required.

COMPENSATION & WAGE RANGE DISCLOSURE:

In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes § 31-40z (Wage Range Disclosure), hourly wage rates and step placement for this position are established pursuant to the Custodial and Maintenance Wage Schedule set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the New Milford Board of Education and Teamsters Local Union No. 443 (Custodial & Maintenance Employees). Position-specific contractual shift differentials, trade license stipends, and boiler inspection stipends apply as designated in the agreement. To review the full custodial/maintenance wage schedule and license differential terms, please access the Collective Bargaining Agreement here .

BENEFITS & LEAVE ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible full-time facilities and custodial employees receive a comprehensive benefits package pursuant to the Teamsters Local 443 Custodial & Maintenance collective bargaining agreement, including:

• Health & Medical Insurance: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage administered through the Teamsters Union Health & Welfare Fund (Teamsters Indemnity Plan).
• Paid Leave: Generous annual allotment of Paid Vacation Days (for 12-month staff), Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Paid District Holidays.
• Family & Medical Leave: Job protection under the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and wage-replacement benefit eligibility under the Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT Paid Leave) program, supplemented by contractual paid leave allotments. To review the official Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act notice, please visit: U.S. Department of Labor: Wage & Hour Division
• Retirement & Pension: Mandatory participation in the Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System (CMERS) or district pension framework; voluntary 403(b)/457(b) tax-deferred annuity plans.
• Additional Benefits: Annual Safety Shoe & Uniform Allowances, district-provided Life Insurance, and FLSA overtime eligibility for emergency call-ins and weekend building permits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & STATUTORY CLEARANCES:

The New Milford Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The New Milford Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The New Milford Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.