Custodian - Nights

Warwick-Public-Schools; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Warwick Public Schools is seeking a Night Custodian at Warwick Veterans Memorial Middle School in Warwick, Rhode Island. The role covers daily cleaning, security, and utilities conservation across the school facilities with shift hours from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Responsibilities include floor care, supply management, garbage disposal, and basic maintenance, with snow removal during non-scheduled hours. High school diploma or GED preferred; pre-employment physical may be required.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in public schools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow written/oral directions.
• Must communicate clearly and develop working relationships with staff, students and community.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain designated spaces to established standards (vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting).
• Request and use chemicals, equipment and supplies as needed.
• Dispose of garbage per guidelines and move furniture as required.
• Maintain building and grounds security and report emergencies.
• Perform grounds work and assist maintenance staff as needed.
• Handle snow removal outside regular hours and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Independent work

Mechanical systems awareness

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial floor machines

Vacuum cleaners

Ladders

Snow removal equipment

Job description

Custodian - Nights

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This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board , and Warwick Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5943761

Application Deadline: Oct 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 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.

Resume must be submitted by all applicants. Please mention posting number in your letter of application.

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

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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

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