Per Diem Custodian SY 2026-27 (NBOE)

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 28.929 - 38.572; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Newark Board of Education, through the Office of Facilities Management, seeks a Per Diem Custodian to support cleaning, maintenance, and facility operations. The role reports to the Principal/Supervisor of Custodians and requires managing materials, scheduling tasks, and ensuring safe heating equipment use.

Qualified candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent, at least two years in related work, an active Black Seal Boiler Operator License, and a NJ driver license if driving is needed.

Qualifikationen

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in heating, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Current Black Seal Boiler Operator License (high or low pressure).
• New Jersey Driver's license if vehicle operation is essential.

Aufgaben

• Inspect and determine cleaning work and materials needed.
• Develop and supervise work plans for subordinates.
• Lead cleaning, maintenance, and care of buildings, grounds, and furniture.
• Oversee safe operation of HVAC equipment and elevator operators.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to identify conditions and ensure work is performed.
• Obtain, store, safeguard, distribute, and supervise equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain records of personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, and time spent.
• Report needed repairs to authorities.
• Learn to utilize electronic and/or manual recording systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

English proficiency

Supervisory skills

HVAC knowledge

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Black Seal Boiler Operator License

Tools

Electronic recording systems

Jobbeschreibung

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT – Per Diem Custodian, Office of Facilities Management

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

Definition

Under direction, supervises and works with custodial personnel engaged in cleaning and maintenance of a school building and grounds. The duties may vary; this description illustrates typical responsibilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Graduation from high school, vocational school, or possession of an approved high school equivalent certificate.
• At least two (2) years of experience involving heating, inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of furniture, fixtures, offices, buildings, and grounds.
• Current, valid Black Seal Boiler Operator License (high or low pressure) issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
• Driver's license valid in New Jersey required only if vehicle operation is essential for the position.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities

• Inspect, analyze, and determine cleaning work and materials needed.
• Establish, maintain, and develop effective work plans for subordinates.
• Supervise and lead cleaning, maintenance, and care of buildings, grounds, and furniture.
• Supervise safe operation of heating, ventilating equipment, and supervision of elevator operators.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to identify significant conditions and ensure required work is performed.
• Obtain, store, safeguard, distribute, and supervise the use of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain records of personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, work completed, and time spent.
• Report needed repairs to the authorities.
• Learn to utilize electronic and/or manual recording and information systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of inspection, analysis, and planning for building and ground maintenance and HVAC work.
• Knowledge of procedures for establishing and maintaining work procedures, records, and materials.
• Ability to analyze maintenance problems and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to give clear assignments and instructions.
• Ability to associate with children and school staff.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently for the duties of the position; alternative communication methods may be considered.
• Eligibility for persons with mental or physical disabilities who can perform essential functions with reasonable accommodation.

Reports To

Principal/Supervisor of Custodians

Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation

• Salary: $24.50 per hour.
• Employment Period: As needed basis.
• Union Affiliation: Local 68.

The Newark Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.