Junior Custodian - Cunniff 3-11pm

Watertown; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Junior Custodian to join their team. This role involves maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the Cunniff Elementary School, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for students and staff. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of custodial tasks, support maintenance needs, and communicate effectively with school personnel. This is a full-time position that offers a chance to contribute to the well-being of the school community. If you are reliable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting educational environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and valid D-class driver’s license required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the building and grounds, including custodial tasks.
• Perform light maintenance and repairs as needed.

Skills

Custodial Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Maintenance Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Work Order System

Email

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 AM
(Eastern Standard Time)

Junior Custodian - Cunniff 3-11pm

Position: Junior Custodian

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Public Buildings

Location: Cunniff Elementary School

Reports to: Director of Public Buildings

Affiliation: SEIU Local 888

Salary range: As determined by Salary Schedule SEIU Local 888

Shift:3-11pm

General Description:

Watertown Public Schools is seeking a committed Junior Custodian to perform work for the WPS School District, under the direction of the Senior Custodian, School Principal, and Director of Public Buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains, cleans, and keeps orderly and sanitary the interior and exterior of the building and its property and grounds.
• These duties include, but are not limited to: performing custodial tasks such as dusting, washing glass and other surfaces, vacuuming, stripping and waxing floors, shampooing carpets, and other general cleaning tasks in classrooms, bathrooms, offices, cafeteria, gymnasiums, stairwells, hallways and other spaces within the building and its exterior. Responsible for removal of building rubbish, snow removal, and sidewalk clearing.
• Required to perform repairs, light maintenance, and preventative maintenance on buildings, building systems, furniture, and equipment as needed. Submits and reports it through the work order system.
• Moves furniture and school supplies as needed and must respond quickly to any facility emergencies, sanitary needs, or Principal requirements.
• Attends training and administrative meetings as necessary.
• Communicates with the Senior Custodian and Director of Public Buildings or designated representative through meetings, emails, the computer work order system, and phone/text daily.
• Works cooperatively with teachers and staff to protect the school property and ensure general safety.
• Promptly reports any damage of school property or malfunction of maintenance systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing) to the Senior Custodian or the Director of Public Buildings by using the procedures established for the Department and School.
• Supports the needs of the School District and Town and volunteers at other buildings throughout.
• Perform other duties as designated by the building Principal and the Director of Public Buildings.

Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma
• Must have a valid D-class driver’s license
• Ability to use email and work order system (on a computer) and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Maximum lifting requirement is 45 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer Watertown Public Schools 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