Substitute Custodians
Job in
East Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06108, USA
Listed on 2026-08-05
Listing for:
East Hartford Public Schools
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-08-05
Job specializations:
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, Janitor, Facility Maintenance, Cleaning Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Maintenance/Custodial
Date Posted:
7/21/2026
Location:
Districtwide
Date Available:
School Year
   Additional Information:
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Salary: $23.37 per hour
Effective Date: School Year
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
TITLE:
Substitute Custodian
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:
Head Custodian, 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.
* 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.
* Reports any vandalism/damage to school property immediately to Head Custodian and/or head of Building Operations.
* Perform other tasks and responsibilities as delegated and/or assigned by manager and/or head custodian.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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.
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