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Substitute Custodian

Job in Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island, 02840, USA
Listing for: Newport Public Schools
Part Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-06-27
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Facility Maintenance, Janitor, Building Maintenance, Cleaning Services
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 USD Hourly USD 18.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Substitute Custodian

Newport Public Schools Newport Public Schools - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position:
Substitute Custodian

Location:

District Salary:
Per Diem $ 18.00 per hour

JOB SUMMARY:

The Substitute Custodian provides district-wide coverage for custodial shifts on an as-needed basis, including absences due to call-outs, vacations, and special events. This role also supports facility maintenance and improvement projects to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment across all district buildings and grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one (1) year of custodial or maintenance experience in a public or private setting preferred. Prior experience in a school system is highly desirable. KNOWLEDGE:
Familiarity with cleaning materials, methods, tools, and custodial equipment preferred.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds. Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, pushing, talking, pulling, crawling, crouching, lifting, (50 lb minimum), handling hearing, grasping standing, kneeling, carrying, seeing, balancing and turning.

WORKING CONDITIONS:



Working conditions:

Work inside/outside, adequate lighting/ventilation, work with/around others and work alone.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain district buildings in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, including classrooms, corridors, stairwells, and restrooms. Collect and properly dispose of trash and recyclables. Set up and break down furniture and equipment for school activities and events. Perform minor preventative maintenance tasks as assigned. Assist with grounds maintenance, including snow and ice removal. Perform additional duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must provide a current national background check at the time of hire. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Per Diem/ $ 18.00 per hour

APPLICATION Apply online at  Applicants are not to approach members of the Newport School Committee. Individual contact between applicants and School Committee members may constitute grounds for disqualifying an application. Position Type:
Part-time Job Categories:
Substitute >
Substitute:
Custodial

Application Instructions

Upon a conditional offer of employment, you will be asked to provide:
1) A background check
2)  for the I-9 form
3) W-4 forms (Federal and State) 4.) Completed Application 5.) Direct Deposit Form & Voided Check/Bank Authorization Letter

Contact Information
  • MEREDITH KELLER, Assistant to Director of Administrative Services
  • 109 Old Fort Road
  • Newport, Rhode Island 02840
  • Phone:
  • Fax:
  • Email:
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