School Facilities Lead Custodian

Norwich Public Schools; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwich Public Schools District Office in Norwich, Connecticut seeks a dedicated Head Custodian to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students and staff. The role reports to the Facilities Director and Building Administrator and requires reliability and punctuality, with responsibilities spanning cleaning, maintenance, door security, and grounds upkeep.

Starting immediately, this full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage of $27.03–$30.48.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and necessary.
• Must be punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Keep building and premises neat and clean at all times.
• Shovels, plows and sands walks and entry areas as appropriate.
• Check exits and panic bolts during operating hours.
• Flag raising and lowering.
• Clean classrooms daily and dust as needed.
• Clean corridors daily and as needed throughout the day.
• Disinfect toilets and floors daily and clean fixtures.
• Wash windows inside and outside at least twice yearly.
• Maintain school grounds and perform yard work as needed.
• Supervise night custodians and check their work.
• Keep floors clean and in good state of preservation.
• Perform minor repairs and report major repairs.
• Report damage to school property immediately.
• Remain on premises during school hours and as required.
• Open/close building and secure doors/windows; turn off lights and activate alarm.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and requisition replacements in advance.
• Conduct ongoing general maintenance, upkeep and repair.
• Move furniture/equipment as directed.
• Check roofs, drains and gutters monthly.
• Remove trash and wash floors in kitchen/cafeteria daily.
• Store and dispose of waste per regulations.
• Regulate HVAC systems for appropriate temperatures and efficiency.
• Respond quickly to alarms and evacuations.
• Unload trucks and distribute up to 100 pounds.
• Follow safety procedures as required.
• Unclog/clean drains and grease traps as needed.
• Sweep, mop, strip, wax and seal floors.
• Climb stairs or ladders as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Be punctual and reliable.

Skills

Punctual and reliable

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Norwich Public Schools District Office in Norwich, Connecticut seeks a dedicated Head Custodian to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students and staff. The role reports to the Facilities Director and Building Administrator and requires reliability and punctuality, with responsibilities spanning cleaning, maintenance, door security, and grounds upkeep.

Starting immediately, this full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage of $27.03–$30.48.