Junior School Custodian — Create Safe, Clean Campuses

New Bedford Public School District; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Bedford Public School District in New Bedford, MA, is seeking a Jr. Custodian who must reside in New Bedford. The role supports daily custodial tasks, event setup, and building security under the direction of senior staff.

Starting date is immediate and candidates must be prepared for a full-time schedule from 10 AM to 6 PM. The position emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe environment and collaborating with principals, custodians, and kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• New Bedford residency is required.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Principal/Senior Custodian to attend to problems or complaints
• Assists in the preparing of all school functions and activities, and the moving and rearranging of all furniture and equipment under the direction of the Principal/Senior Custodian
• Assists in maintaining a clear, sanitary and safe environment within the kitchen/cafeteria areas, as directed
• Assists with unloading of all supplies and equipment the New Bedford School Department determines to be utilized or stored within the building
• Assists, as directed, with the upkeep and maintenance of all heating and ventilation systems within the building, in addition to normal preventative maintenance
• Assists, as directed, in securing the building, noting any areas requiring special attention
• Notifies the Principal/Senior Custodian of facilities or equipment needing repair or attention
• Performs all routine and non-routine work assignments as directed
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining all areas of the building and grounds in a manner that will reflect cleanliness, efficiency, safety and pride at all times
• Maintains a level of efficiency within the Custodial Department that reflects professionalism, not only to peers, but to the students and faculty as well
• Performs other related duties as directed by the New Bedford School Department, as well as other duties in accordance with the job description per Muni-Class Code

Skills

New Bedford residency

Job description

New Bedford Public School District in New Bedford, MA, is seeking a Jr. Custodian who must reside in New Bedford. The role supports daily custodial tasks, event setup, and building security under the direction of senior staff.

Starting date is immediate and candidates must be prepared for a full-time schedule from 10 AM to 6 PM. The position emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe environment and collaborating with principals, custodians, and kitchen staff.