LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN

Norfolk-County-Agricultural-High-School; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 sick days annually

3 personal days

health and dental plans

70% premium coverage by county

Life insurance $10,000

Retirement benefit $5,000

Job summary

Norfolk County Agricultural High School in Walpole, Massachusetts seeks a reliable Long Term Substitute Custodian to perform cleaning, maintenance and security tasks for the school buildings. Duties include cleaning spaces, floors, windows, and furniture; basic repairs; snow removal and setting up rooms for programs, while ensuring safe operations and proper use of cleaning materials.

The role requires dependability, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and willingness to work

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work in a caring, positive, constructive and cooperative manner with students, staff, administrators, parents, volunteers and all others.
• Dependability in attendance, work ethic, consistent high quality work and productivity.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with people effectively.
• Be a role model for students and the general public at large.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to workshops, meetings, or other necessary functions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including weekends.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms, corridors, offices and other spaces of a county owned or operated school building or buildings.
• Painting when necessary.
• Clean, wax, polish, and buff floors.
• Wash windows, woodwork, toilets, lavatories, walls, washrooms and fixtures; dusts and polishes furniture; vacuum rugs.
• Empty and clean trash baskets and other waste receptacles.
• Handle supplies and materials arriving at or departing from buildings.
• Move furniture and set up for programs.
• Lock and unlock premises and perform other security tasks such as watchman rounds to guard against fire, theft and vandalism.
• Sweep, sand, clean and shovel snow from stairs and walks.

Job description

Norfolk County Agricultural High School Norfolk County Agricultural High School - Walpole, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN

Norfolk County Agricultural High School Norfolk County Agricultural High School - Walpole, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5935925
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs general custodial work in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of buildings, basic repair and maintenance work, grounds maintenance, security rounds, and snow removal.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Clean rooms, corridors, offices and other spaces of a county owned or operated school building or buildings. Painting when necessary.

Clean, wax, polish, and buff floors.

Wash windows, woodwork, toilets, lavatories, walls, washrooms and fixtures; dusts and polishes furniture; vacuum rugs.

Empty and clean trash baskets and other waste receptacles.

Handle supplies and materials arriving at or departing from buildings.

Move furniture and set up for programs.

Lock and unlock premises and perform other security tasks such as watchman rounds to guard against fire, theft and vandalism.

Sweep, sand, clean and shovel snow from stairs and walks.

Participate in preventative maintenance programs in-house and with outside contractors as required for electrical equipment, appliances, oil burners, fire extinguishers, refrigeration systems, air conditioners, heating and ventilation systems, facilities repairs, etc.

Make general repairs of a simple nature, to facilities and equipment, paint, change light bulbs and refinish wooden floors.

Practice proper and safe use of all materials utilized on the job.

Communicate with the department head when in doubt or when questions arise.

Observe and practice safe work habits at all times.

Keep the outside entrance areas to all doorways neat, clean and free of litter.

Perform other work assignments as directed. Such assignments may include assisting in other departments in the school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

General:

Demonstrated ability to work in a caring, positive, constructive and cooperative manner with students, staff, administrators, parents, volunteers and all others.

Dependability in attendance, work ethic, consistent high quality work and productivity.

Demonstrated ability to communicate with people effectively.

Demonstrates confidentiality in personnel and student matters.

Ability to work independently as well as a team with other staff members.

Be a role model for students and the general public at large.

Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to workshops, meetings, or other necessary functions.

Willingness to work overtime as needed, including weekends.

Specific:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Considerable knowledge of materials, equipment and methods commonly employed in housekeeping-cleaning operations.

Ability to operate and care for electric sweepers, buffers and vacuums as well as mops.

Experience in a variety of maintenance skills including tools and equipment utilized in maintenance and repair work.

Physical ability to withstand the strain of performing manual tasks. Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Working knowledge of the type, properties, quality and uses of cleaning supplies and equipment and their effect on various types of construction and finishes.

Must be well organized.

Ability to be self-motivated to recognize what needs to be done.

Be available for working extra hours when outside groups are on campus during non-school hours.

Be flexible in routine so work can be done around scheduled meetings, night school, etc.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $51,424 to $61,290 Per Year

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Welcome to Norfolk County Agricultural High School

The Norfolk County Agricultural High School believes agriculture and agribusiness are essential to regional, national, and global economies. We recognize that agricultural and environmental technologies are vital to global survival. Therefore, it is our mission to offer progressive agricultural education, a challenging academic curriculum, and work experiences that prepare our students for continued learning. We are committed to providing a quality educational environment that recognizes diversity in student backgrounds, individual learning styles, and varying abilities. It is the responsibility of the school community to provide a positive learning environment fostered through mutual respect and dignity.

Job Requirements

• GENERAL INFORMATION
  BENEFITS:
  15 sick days annually, 3 personal days, and health and dental plans are available, with the county paying 70% of premiums. A $10,000.00 life insurance policy while an active employee. Upon retirement, it reduces to a $5,000.00 benefit.
  REPRESENTATION:
  The American Federation of Teachers represents teachers and support staff of Norfolk County Agricultural High School.
  COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience, in accordance with the terms of the Support Staff Contract.
  SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Director of Maintenance/Facilities and Security and/or the custodial supervisor.
  HOURS: 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. when school is in session.*
  7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. when school is not in session
  *Unless weather conditions or other emergencies require flexibility in hours.
  
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Laura Damon , Exec Admin Asst
• 400 Main Street
• Walpole, Massachusetts 02081
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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