District Wide - Custodian

ServingSchools; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ServingSchools in Brunswick, ME, is seeking two full-time custodians for the 2:00pm–10:30pm shift and a split-shift 11:00am–7:30pm. Pay starts at $28.50 per hour after a six-month probation, with a $1.00 shift differential for post-2:00pm hours.

Positions require ensuring a safe, clean school environment and adherence to regulations. Responsibilities include maintenance of buildings, HVAC control for efficient operation, opening/closing duties, and reporting major repairs to the Director.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/equivalent preferred.
• Valid Maine Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning to provide appropriate temperatures and economical energy usage.
• Open/close school at start/end of day as assigned by supervisor.
• Move furniture and/or equipment as required for activities.
• Ensure walkways, driveways, parking areas and steps are clear and passable.
• Report major repairs needed to the Director.
• Maintain inventory of materials needed to complete duties.
• Conduct safety equipment tests and complete required regulatory training.

Skills

Lift 50 pounds

Valid Maine Driver’s License

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Job description

Department: Facilities Reports To: Facilities Director / Head Custodian Employment Status: 2 positions open

Full time position 2:00pm to 10:30pm

Pay $28.50 (after a 6 month probationary period) with $1.00 shift differential for custodians whose regularly scheduled work shift begins after 2:00 p.m. The differential shall not apply during the periods of the year such as school vacation periods when employees are scheduled to work a day shift, nor shall it apply during employees' vacation periods or in any case where a day shift employee is working on an overtime basis.

Full time position split shift 11am to 7:30pm

Pay $28.50 (after a 6 month probationary period) with $1.00 shift differential per hour in addition to their regular wages for hours worked after 2:00 p.m. This differential shall not apply during the periods of the year such as school vacation periods when employees are scheduled to work a day shift, nor shall it apply during employees' vacation periods or in any case where a day shift employee is working on an overtime basis.

Overview Of The Role

To provide students with a safe, attractive, clean, comfortable and efficient environment to learn and develop.

DUTIES And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and premises, including sidewalks, driveways and play areas.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders to clean or perform maintenance duties.
• Must be able to climb stairs from floor to floor to clean or perform maintenance duties.
• Must be able to work on knees to clean or perform maintenance duties.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.
• Maintain cleanliness of building interior and exterior surfaces on schedule as determined by the supervisor.
• Assure that all walkways, driveways, parking areas, and steps are clear and passable.
• Make minor building repairs and promptly report to the Director any major repairs needed
• Remain on school premises during school hours, and non-school hours when the use of the building has been authorized and attendance is required by the supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for opening school in the morning, and/or closing school at end of day, depending on work shift.
• Assist Head Custodian in maintaining adequate inventory of materials needed to complete duties.
• Maintains and supports ongoing programs of general maintenance, upkeep and repair
• Moves furniture and/or equipment as required for various activities as directed by the supervisor.
• Establishes and maintains positive professional relationships with other employees, department heads and visitors.
• Must be able to complete and practice all required training sessions as outlined by regulatory agencies such as Safety Works, OSHA, fire department and any other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct ongoing testing of safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, emergency lights, sprinkler system, fuel tanks and boilers.
• Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/equivalent preferred
• Valid Maine Driver’s License

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The Brunswick School Department does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Applications will be reviewed through 9/18/2026. If the position is not filled, it will be reposted and will remain open until a qualified applicant is found.