Head Custodian | School Facilities & Maintenance Lead

Township of Union Public Schools; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

State pension benefits

403(b) retirement plan (optional)

Disability insurance (optional)

Job summary

Union Township Public Schools in Union, New Jersey, is seeking a dedicated Head Custodian for the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the Manager of Operations & Maintenance and the Principal.

Responsibilities include supervising custodial staff, scheduling work, enforcing safety practices, performing minor repairs, maintaining inventories, and ensuring compliance with board policies.

This is an on-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a custodian.
• Low Pressure Black Seal Boiler License required.
• Demonstrate aptitude and competence for the position.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with and carry out the Board Policy on Duties of a Custodian.
• Develop and maintain a work schedule for themselves and all custodians under their supervision.
• Instruct custodial staff in safe work practices.
• Instruct custodial staff the proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Instruct custodial staff in preventive maintenance.
• Maintain daily attendance records for all custodians under their supervision.
• Complete minor repairs as needed.
• Maintain written inventories on equipment, deliveries, and supplies.
• Assist in other related tasks assigned by the Manager of Operations & Maintenance Dept.

Skills

Custodian experience

Job description

Union Township Public Schools in Union, New Jersey, is seeking a dedicated Head Custodian for the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to the Manager of Operations & Maintenance and the Principal.

Responsibilities include supervising custodial staff, scheduling work, enforcing safety practices, performing minor repairs, maintaining inventories, and ensuring compliance with board policies.

This is an on-site role with competitive benefits.