Custodian-Town

Town of Bedford / Bedford Public Schools

Invites Applications For The Position Of Custodian - Town

Part Time .5 FTE

To maintain a safe, comfortable and functional environment in all Town and School buildings in a cost effective, customer oriented manner that helps the Town fulfill its mission of service to its residents and protects the capital investment made by the Town in public facilities.

• Keep building and premises, including sidewalks, neat and clean at all times. Shovel, plow and/or sand walks and steps as needed
• Remove all waste and debris
• Mop classrooms (wet mop as needed) and dust furniture. Vacuum carpeted areas daily.
• Clean corridors and stairs after school daily and during the day when the conditions require
• Scrub, hose down, and disinfect toilet floors daily and clean all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily. Check towel, tissue and soap dispensers and refill as necessary.
• Wash all windows per cleaning schedule
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition, including gymnasiums, and in good state of preservation
• Replace light bulbs as needed
• Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and waste
• Move furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed by the Principal, Director of Facilities or Supervisor
• Remain on school premises during school hours, and during non-school hours when authorized use of the building and attendance is required by Director of Facilities, Building Principal or Custodial Supervisor
• Report all repairs such as broken windows, as well as vandalism damage to Supervisor and Principal
• Assume responsibility for the opening and closing of the building each day and for determining, upon leaving, that all doors and windows are secured and that the alarm system is in working order
• Keep inventory of supplies and equipment and requisition needed replacements in a timely manner
• Check fire extinguishers for charge level and notify the Facilities Department if there is a problem
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as setting up tables and chairs for special events, providing direction and answering basic questions regarding events for patrons
• Perform minor maintenance and assist maintenance staff as needed

• Maintain an assigned school building, group of buildings or office space in a clean, orderly and secure manner during an assigned shift
• Learn custodial procedures, methods and schedules
• Use common cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and efficient manner
• Work cooperatively with others
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Exercise sound judgment
• Work well under pressure
• Communicate and work well with others
• Be reliable and organized
• Use computer to request supplies and services

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is performed both inside and outside and the employee may be subject to loud noise, exposure to extremes in temperature, inclement weather, dust, odors, cleaning chemicals and related fumes, etc. Employee is subject to one or more hazards such as those associated with working power equipment, climbing ladders and working from scaffolding and aerial lifts.

Work is mutually mental and physical. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is required to bend at the waist, push, pull, move, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, twist/turn, climb ladders, shovel snow, seek to assure proper and complete cleaning, and use dexterity of hands and fingers to operate power cleaning equipment.

Per Custodial contract

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Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive — personally, professionally, and academically.

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• Primary and Secondary Education

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