Full-time District Custodian 2nd Shift

Young World Physical Education; Wood River Junction (RI); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous health/dental/life insurance

PTO/vacation

State retirement benefits

Job summary

A regional school district in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island, is seeking a Full-time District Custodian for the 2nd shift. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the district's buildings, managing waste, and ensuring safety during operations. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, possess good character, and be reliable. This position offers competitive salary, PTO, and comprehensive health benefits. Interested applicants must apply via SchoolSpring.com.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be of good character.

Responsibilities

• Opens buildings for use and checks for vandalism.
• Clears snow and litter from walks and entrances.
• Cleans bathrooms and replenishes supplies.
• Operates equipment such as scrubbers and vacuums.
• Collects and deposits trash and recyclable materials.

Skills

Maintain confidentiality

Follow oral and written instructions

Understand current OSHA training

Climb ladders

Operate custodian equipment safely

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Chariho Regional School District – Wood River Junction, Rhode Island

Position

Full-time District Custodian 2nd Shift

Job Details

Job ID: 5580297
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Chariho Regional School District is accepting applications for a full-time 2nd shift district Custodian. Position is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (Sunday through Thursday), 12 months starting immediately. Hours are 5 pm - 1 a.m. We offer PTO/vacation and generous health/dental/life insurance and state retirement benefits.

Nature of Work: This position requires varied and responsible manual work in the cleaning and care of public buildings. Assignments are given in the form of oral or written instruction by the immediate supervisor, Principal of building, and/or Director of Building and Grounds. The employee is responsible for the cleanliness, neatness and custodial care of a defined area. Although much of the work is repetitive, the employee shall exercise initiative in carrying out responsibilities in accordance with established practices under general supervision. Work shall be performed when buildings are occupied and/or unoccupied; therefore, the ability to adjust work routines to meet changing circumstances is required. The employee’s work is subject to review while in progress or upon completion for results obtained and for adherence to instructions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Opens buildings for use; unlocks doors, turns on lights; checks heat; checks for vandalism or damages; reports maintenance needs; closes building at night; locks and secures windows and doors; turns off lights not required for safety.
• Sweeps walks; picks up litter; shovels snow from walks and entrances; spreads sand and rock salt; may volunteer to plow in certain situations.
• Receives deliveries; puts away supplies; arranges furniture for meetings; moves furniture and materials between rooms.
• Changes light bulbs.
• Sweeps, mops, waxes, and polishes floors; vacuums; cleans spills; mops as required.
• Cleans bathrooms and replenishes supplies.
• Unplugs toilets and drains reachable with a plunger or drain cleaner.
• Operates equipment such as scrubbers, polishers, vacuums, push brooms, mops, etc.
• Maintains records pertinent to work duties.
• Performs minor repairs on building furniture and equipment that do not require specialized equipment or knowledge.
• Job-related errands; paints walls/ceilings; assists in boarding up broken windows or doors; cleans drinking fountains.
• Empties and washes wastebaskets; cleans walls, windows, blackboards, desks, tables and other furniture; dusts furniture; moves and arranges furniture as directed by supervisor.
• Collects and deposits trash; collects recyclable bottles, cans, and paper for collection.
• Performs tasks related to grounds care when maintenance personnel are unavailable, as directed by the Director of Building and Grounds.
• Performs related duties as required.

Abilities

• Maintain confidentiality; follow oral and written instructions.
• Understand current OSHA training; carry and move light loads (usually 25-35 lbs, may be higher); climb ladders.
• Perform repetitive manual tasks without close supervision; acquire knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures; operate custodian equipment safely.

Minimum Education, Certification and Training / Experience

• Must be of good character.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

Position and Compensation

• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $20 to $20 Per Hour
• Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• All applications must be submitted via SchoolSpring.com. No paper applications will be accepted.
• Cover Letter, Resume, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Copy of High School/Trade School diploma or GED.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Instructions

Chariho Regional School District actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates. If selected for interview, you will be required to bring the following items:

• Copy of Rhode Island Teacher Assistant Certificate (if applicable)
• Copy of Praxis test scores (if applicable)
• Certified transcripts or high school diploma
• Three original, signed letters of reference

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

• 1. Are you a RI retiree and collecting a pension from the State of RI? Yes/No
• 2. Are you currently under contract with a school system? Yes/No
• 3. I wish to work in the following areas (check all that apply): Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers - Teacher Assistant, Clerk/Secretary, Fiscal Clerk, Custodian, Maintenance, Physical Therapy Assistant
• 4. If you selected Custodial/Maintenance, which shift(s) are you available to work? 1st shift, 2nd shift, Not applicable
• 5. If applying for a teacher assistant position, indicate applicable qualifications (check all that apply): Teacher Assistant Training Program, Associate's, Bachelor's, Not applicable
• 6. Have you substituted in the Chariho School District in the past year? Yes/No
• 7. Are you subject to a restraining order? Yes/No

Contact Information

• Kristen Merritt, Human Resources Administrator
• 455A Switch Road, Wood River Junction, Rhode Island 02894
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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