Substitute Custodians

Hackensackschools; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Hackensack Public Schools is hiring for a custodial maintenance position in Hackensack, New Jersey. The role involves cleaning facilities, performing simple repairs, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the school environment.

Candidates must communicate effectively in English, possess a valid driver’s license, and have at least one year of relevant experience. This is a temporary position requiring 28 hours per week at a rate of $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of previous work-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
• Black Seal License (optional).

Responsibilities

• Cleans facilities and grounds, performing repairs.
• Ensures security of the building and exit doors.
• Scrubs and disinfects assigned areas including bathrooms.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Integrity and good moral character

Competence for assigned responsibilities

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Hackensack Public Schools

Performs custodial maintenance duties including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpet, cleaning and restoring restrooms.

Job Duties

• Cleans facilities and grounds and performs simple repairs to provide a safe, attractive and clean environment for learning.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, at least at an eighth‑grade level, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Have integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status and required criminal background check.
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C.12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.
• Follow work schedules and temporary work schedules assigned by the Head Custodian and/or Principal of the School.
• Keep assigned areas of the buildings and grounds—including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas—neat, clean, and safe, completing the tasks outlined in the Custodial Services Plan for the building.
• Scrub, clean, and disinfect daily all assigned drinking fountains, bathroom floors, and sanitary fixtures.
• Wash windows and clean shades and blinds on an established and regular schedule. Keep all floors clean.
• Perform assignments relating to ensuring all schools and district sites are able to safely open and function when assigned, including working cooperatively with custodial employees during emergency operations.
• Clear up body fluids from a sick or injured person, following prescribed procedures.
• Check regularly the security of the building and ensure that all exit doors are operational and that all panic hardware is working when the building is occupied.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
• Have a minimum of one year of previous work‑related experience.
• Hold a Black Seal License (optional).

Working Conditions

District wide; 12 month temporary position; 28 hours per week maximum.

Salary

$18.00 per hour.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted, followed by recommendation made to the Acting Superintendent for Board approval.