Custodian I​/2nd Shift

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial

Date Posted:

5/21/2026

Location:

East Hartford High School

Closing Date:

Open until filled

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Hours:

2:30 p.m.

- 10:30 p.m

Salary: $23.37 per hour

Current custodians (Bargaining Unit Members) may submit a letter of interest only

The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:

X Online Application

X Letter of Interest

X Resume

Copy of Valid Certification and/or License

Transcripts (if applicable)

X Three Current Letters of Recommendation

JOB # 326

TITLE:

Custodian I / 2nd Shift

QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma, GED, or other educational background necessary for position.

* Knowledge of proper cleaning practices/procedures in an educational environment.

* Ability to perform semi-skilled building and equipment repairs.

* Ability to use landscape and snow removal equipment.

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

Facilities Operations Manager or Head of Building Operations

JOB GOAL:
To maintain a clean, healthy and safe environment for students, staff, and the general public.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Keeps building and premises, including, but not limited to, all sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, neat and clean at all times.

* Performs all cleaning tasks including but not limited to: sweeping, dusting, dry mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, removing graffiti, waxing, scrubbing, stripping, polishing, window cleaning, trash removal and all other related functions as directed.

* Performs all outdoor tasks including but not limited to: snow & ice removal, mowing, trimming, edging, leaf raking, sweeping/cleaning parking lots and playgrounds, cleaning roof drains, keep grounds free of litter, debris and graffiti.

* Sanitizes restrooms.

* Performs interior and exterior painting.

* Executes written and oral instructions.

* Maintains custodial closets and storerooms.

* Secures buildings and equipment.

* Maintains and marks athletic fields.

* Inspects and maintains life safety equipment.

* Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.

* Performs minor maintenance tasks such as changing lamps, ceiling tiles, and various repair tasks.

* Set-up and breakdown of chairs, tables, podiums and other equipment for events and activities.

* Promptly reports building deficiencies, issues, and in-depth required repairs to the Head Custodian and/or Head of Building Operations.

* Reports any damage to school property immediately to head custodian and/or head of building operations.

* When applicable, maintains and operates pool facilities to ensure safe, clean conditions and optimal water quality by performing tests, chemical adjustments, filter backwashing, and water level adjustments.

* Perform other tasks and responsibilities as delegated and/or assigned by supervisor and/or head custodian.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve-month position. Salary and work year per contract with Local 1933.

Physical Demands:
Very Heavy

Working Conditions:

Both inside and outside. Extremes of cold + temperature changes. Extremes of heat + temperature changes. Wet and humid. Noise and vibration. Vapors, fumes, odor. Dust, limited ventilation. Toxic substances.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Non-Certified Staff.