General maintenance

RAHWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Dependent care accounts

New Jersey pension system

Sick leave and personal days

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Rahway Public Schools is seeking a Maintenance/Custodial General for a 12-month, 40-hour work week, with a 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. schedule. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers benefits under the district agreement. A Black Seal Boiler License is preferred or obtainable within a year.

Candidates must be able to respond to emergencies, maintain safety standards, and communicate effectively with students and staff. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of construction.
• Must be able to maintain physical stamina for lifting, standing, crawling and weather conditions.
• Must adhere to safety practices and district procedures for cleaning products and equipment.
• Clear, proactive communication with students, staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Term of Employment: 12 months, 40 hours per week.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Salary in accordance with negotiated agreement; minimum starting salary $65,531 (Step 1).
• Respond to emergency situations as needed and maintain facility safety and cleanliness.
• Support professional development and ongoing district safety procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Flexible hours

Communication skills

Emergency response readiness

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Rahway School District

• Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance General
• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026
• Location:
  District

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of construction.
• Valid Black Seal Boiler License preferred (or willingness to obtain within a year).
• Clear, proactive, and positive communication skills with students, staff, and visitors.
• Must be available to work flexible hours/overtime, as required.
• 12 Months, expected to respond to emergency situations.
• Such other qualifications of academic, professional and personal excellence as the Rahway Board of Education may specify.
• Must be able to maintain the physical stamina to perform lifting, prolonged standing, crawling, climbing, and working in various types of weather.
• Must demonstrate the ability to adhere to safety practices and to comply with District procedures for use of cleaning products and equipment.
• Clear, proactive, and positive communication skills with students, staff, and visitors.
• Must be able to comply with District and State regulations as they relate to District building and safety.
• Such other qualifications of professional and personal excellence as the Rahway Board of Education may specify.

Term of Employment: 12 months, 40 hours per week

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Salary: In accordance with the negotiated agreement. The minimum starting salary is $65,531 (Step 1)

Rahway Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees.

Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in medical and prescription coverage through the School Employees' Health Benefits Program, as well as dental insurance. In addition, eligible employees may have access to flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care accounts.

The district also provides participation in the New Jersey pension system, offering long-term retirement security. Employees benefit from sick leave, family illness days, and personal days, in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.

Professional development opportunities are available to support continuous growth and advancement, along with access to district-supported training and workshops. Rahway Public Schools is committed to fostering a supportive work environment that values collaboration, respect, and excellence.

Application Process: Please include the following:

• Resume
• Certifications

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Rahway Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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