Custodian - Nights

Warwick Veterans Memorial Middle School; Warwick (RI); In loco; USD 34.000 - 38.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Warwick Public Schools is seeking a dedicated custodian for the Warwick Veterans Memorial Middle School in Warwick, Rhode Island. The role covers daily cleaning, security and utility conservation within a public school building, including snow removal and basic maintenance of systems.

The position requires independent work, strong communication and the ability to interact with staff, students and the public.

Competenze

• Graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• General literacy skills required.
• All new hires may be required to pass a pre-employment physical.

Mansioni

• Cleans and maintains spaces to established standards by vacuuming, mopping, dusting, washing and disinfecting surfaces.
• Request, proportion, and use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and supplies.
• Collect and dispose of garbage per district guidelines.
• Move or assist in moving furniture and equipment within areas.
• Maintain building and grounds security and notify authorities in emergencies.
• Grounds work such as raking, sweeping, shoveling, and snow removal outside of proper hours.
• Assist staff, students and visitors using facilities as needed.

Conoscenze

Cleaning methods

Independent work

Written communication

Safety awareness

Grounds maintenance

Public school environment

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Commercial floor machines

Vacuums

Ladders

Cleaning carts

Lawn mowers

Snow removal equipment

HVAC knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

Warwick Public Schools Warwick Veterans Memorial Middle School - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION: #12B

SHIFT: Nights (3:00 pm to 10:00 pm) 35 hrs./wk. - 52 wks./yr.* Hours may change during school recess period

SALARY: *Salary listed is union step compensation. Outside applicants start at Step 1

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The custodian under the general direction of the Head Custodian will be responsible for daily, school recess and summer cleaning, security, conservation of utilities and grounds, including snow removal. The custodian will also be responsible for the operation and minor maintenance of the various building systems such as lighting, plumbing, electrical, heat and ventilation, etc. using established practices and procedures within a public school building.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Cleans and maintains, by established standards, designated spaces, equipment, etc. by performing specific duties such as: vacuuming, dry and wet mopping, wet dusting, washing and disinfecting as well as removal of spots/stains from surfaces and floors, cleaning glass, applying floor-finish and other related floor-care duties.
• Request, proportion and use chemicals, equipment and other supplies.
• Collect and dispose of garbage and other waste per district guidelines.
• To move or assist in moving furniture and equipment within assigned area.
• Maintain building and grounds security within the assigned cleaning area as well as notification to the proper authorities in case of emergency.
• Written communication with Head Custodian as required.
• Grounds work to surrounding areas including such duties as: raking, sweeping, shoveling, snow removal, maintaining shrubs, trees and other vegetation.
• To do minor repair work on buildings or equipment, or to assist maintenance staff when necessary.
• Assist staff, students and visiting public utilizing facilities, where necessary.
• Responsible for snow removal outside of regular work hours.
• Other related duties as required by the Head Custodian.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in public school buildings and surrounding grounds, to include, but not limited to: commercial floor machines, vacuums, ladders, cleaning carts, lawn mowers, trimmers, hand trucks and snow removal equipment; must have a knowledge of mechanical systems (switches and breakers),as well as heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; the ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form; the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and the community; manual dexterity and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.

EDUCATION:

Such as may be gained through graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED) preferred and/or three to six months related experience preferred. General literacy skills required.

All new hires may be required to pass a pre-employment physical.

WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, COLOR, OR DISABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $753.90 to $836.15 Per Week

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Jennifer Bertrand , Employment Clerk
• Administration Building
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Job Details

Job ID: 5982752

Application Deadline: Nov 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION: #12B

SHIFT: Nights (3:00 pm to 10:00 pm) 35 hrs./wk. - 52 wks./yr.* Hours may change during school recess period

SALARY: *Salary listed is union step compensation. Outside applicants start at Step 1

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The custodian under the general direction of the Head Custodian will be responsible for daily, school recess and summer cleaning, security, conservation of utilities and grounds, including snow removal. The custodian will also be responsible for the operation and minor maintenance of the various building systems such as lighting, plumbing, electrical, heat and ventilation, etc. using established practices and procedures within a public school building.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Cleans and maintains, by established standards, designated spaces, equipment, etc. by performing specific duties such as: vacuuming, dry and wet mopping, wet dusting, washing and disinfecting as well as removal of spots/stains from surfaces and floors, cleaning glass, applying floor-finish and other related floor-care duties.
• Request, proportion and use chemicals, equipment and other supplies.
• Collect and dispose of garbage and other waste per district guidelines.
• To move or assist in moving furniture and equipment within assigned area.
• Maintain building and grounds security within the assigned cleaning area as well as notification to the proper authorities in case of emergency.
• Written communication with Head Custodian as required.
• Grounds work to surrounding areas including such duties as: raking, sweeping, shoveling, snow removal, maintaining shrubs, trees and other vegetation.
• To do minor repair work on buildings or equipment, or to assist maintenance staff when necessary.
• Assist staff, students and visiting public utilizing facilities, where necessary.
• Responsible for snow removal outside of regular work hours.
• Other related duties as required by the Head Custodian.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in public school buildings and surrounding grounds, to include, but not limited to: commercial floor machines, vacuums, ladders, cleaning carts, lawn mowers, trimmers, hand trucks and snow removal equipment; must have a knowledge of mechanical systems (switches and breakers),as well as heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; the ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form; the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and the community; manual dexterity and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.

EDUCATION:

Such as may be gained through graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED) preferred and/or three to six months related experience preferred. General literacy skills required.

All new hires may be required to pass a pre-employment physical.

WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, COLOR, OR DISABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.