Sub-Custodian

RSU17-MSAD17 Oxford Hills; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Hills School District is seeking a Sub-Custodian to support daily cleaning and upkeep across district facilities. You will work under the Head Custodian to maintain classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, gyms, and other areas to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role emphasizes reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work cooperatively with staff. This is a district-wide entry-level custodial position in Maine with wage guidelines

Qualifications

• Prior custodial or school facility experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift/carry moderate weights and perform physical tasks throughout the day.
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work cooperatively with school staff, students, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, gym spaces, and common areas.
• Perform floor care such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and spot cleaning.
• Empty trash and recycling cans and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces to support student and staff health.
• Restock classroom and restroom supplies (paper towels, soap, tissues, etc.).
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks and promptly report needed repairs.
• Set up and break down furniture and equipment for school events, meetings, and activities.
• Monitor safety concerns and ensure compliance with school health and safety standards.

Skills

Custodial experience

Job description

The Oxford Hills School District is accepting applications for a Sub-Custodian. This is a District wide Position.

Job Title: Sub-Custodian

Pay

• Min Wage Rates
• Maine's minimum wage is currently $15.10 per hour

Job Description:

The Sub-Custodian supports the daily cleaning and upkeep of school buildings to ensure a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Working under the supervision of the Head Custodian or Facilities Manager, the Sub-Custodian performs routine custodial duties across classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, gymnasiums, and other school areas. This position may also assist with preparing spaces for school events, monitoring building safety concerns, and supporting the smooth operation of the school facility. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a school setting are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• * Clean and maintain classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, gym spaces, and common areas
• * Perform floor care such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and spot cleaning
• * Empty trash and recycling cans and transport waste to designated disposal areas
• * Sanitize high-touch surfaces to support student and staff health
• * Restock classroom and restroom supplies (paper towels, soap, tissues, etc.)
• * Assist with minor maintenance tasks and promptly report needed repairs
• * Set up and break down furniture and equipment for school events, meetings, and activities
• * Monitor safety concerns and ensure compliance with school health and safety standards
• * Follow a daily and weekly cleaning schedule while responding to special requests as needed

Qualifications:

• * Prior custodial or school facility experience preferred but not required
• * Ability to lift/carry moderate weights and perform physical tasks throughout the day
• * Dependability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
• * Ability to work cooperatively with school staff, students, and administrators

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Expectations of Oxford Hills School District Staff:

As contributing members of the district's learning community, all district staff members are expected to:

1. Model a strong work ethic, perseverance and grit, as well as responsibility and respect;
2. Utilize best practices for motivating today's students in a safe, supportive learning environment;
3. Demonstrate knowledge in the development of real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship;
4. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents and the public.