Custodian - Waterboro Elementary School - 1st Shift

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT; Waterboro (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional School Unit No. 57 in Waterboro, ME is hiring a Custodian for the Waterboro Elementary School, 1st Shift. The role handles cleaning classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas, performs routine maintenance, and assists with security and event setup under the Head Custodian.

Summer cleaning and district projects may be required. The position requires physical stamina, lifting, bending, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions while working cooperatively with staff.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• Ability to clean equipment and machines.
• Some knowledge of use and handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Maintain a generally positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas of the facility, including classrooms, hallways, rest rooms, and common areas.
• Performs general maintenance tasks related to the upkeep and operation of the facility.
• See to the general security of the facility during regular shifts, making sure doors are locked and secured, etc.
• Reports to the Head Custodian (or Lead Custodian at smaller schools) and informs them of any building maintenance concerns that would require additional support from the Building Maintenance Department.
• Takes part in any or all parts of snow removal: shoveling, snow blowing/plowing, sand/salt treatment of walkways.
• During the summer months, performs total cleaning and general maintenance of the building.

Skills

Cleaning equipment handling

Chemical handling

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional School Unit No. 57

Office of the Superintendent

Waterboro, Maine 04087

CUSTODIAN Waterboro Elementary School 1st Shift

Reports To

Head Custodian or Lead Custodian

Qualifications Desired

• High School education or equivalent.
• Ability to clean equipment and machines.
• Some knowledge of use and handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Maintain a generally positive attitude.

Work Year

Year Round

Job Goals

Maintain the overall cleanliness of the school or facility, including all cleaning and sanitizing, minor repairs and maintenance. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

Performance Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas of the facility, including classrooms, hallways, rest rooms, and common areas. (See attached: Cleaning Procedures)
• Performs general maintenance tasks related to the upkeep and operation of the facility.
• See to the general security of the facility during regular shifts, making sure doors are locked and secured, etc.
• Reports to the Head Custodian (or Lead Custodian at smaller schools) and informs them of any building maintenance concerns that would require additional support from the Building Maintenance Department.
• Takes part in any or all parts of snow removal: shoveling, snow blowing/plowing, sand/salt treatment of walkways.
• During the summer months, performs total cleaning and general maintenance of the building. May be assigned to any crew for general district projects as necessary.
• Observes all district policies and procedures.
• Constant lifting of 5-20 pounds.
• Frequent lifting 20 to 50 pounds.
• Constant walking and standing.
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, climbing and kneeling.
• Occasional crawling, sitting, stooping.
• There are times when working conditions require exposure to cold or warm temperatures for extended periods of time.
• Under the supervision of the Head or Lead custodian, will assist in the setup of Special Events.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.