Building Custodian III, Shift Supervisor; 2nd Shift

Openings as of 6/18/2026

Building Custodian III, 2nd Shift – Deering High

Position Details:

• Position Type:
  Custodial / Custodian – Shift Supervisor
• Date Posted: 3/11/2026
• Location:
  
  Custodial
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  Open until filled

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, supervises custodians and performs building cleaning and facilities maintenance work in schools and administrative buildings. Assists the head custodian in completing required tasks and may take direction directly from the building administrator if working alone on the day shift. The second shift custodial supervisor conducts on the job training in the application of simple manual skill and use of cleaning and grounds tools and equipment, and supplies to clean interior of buildings and limited maintenance of school grounds.

The nature of the work is repetitive and requires sustained physical effort and involves some heavy work in moving or lifting furniture and equipment with some exposure to accident and injury hazards and disagreeable elements. Custodian shift supervisors who possess the appropriate certificate may be assigned responsibility for checking or operating heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment. Employees in these classes are considered emergency personnel and are required to report to buildings during inclement weather.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:30–11:00 PM.

Additional Requirements:

• English language proficiency required.
• Multilingual proficiency preferred.

Credential Requirements:

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (total cost is $70 – more info here)

Employment Details:

• Year-round position
• Permanent
• Full-time, 1.0 FTE
• Overtime eligible
• Covered under the BASE contract
• Wage range: $21.39–$27.40 (based on experience, as outlined in CBA)
• Eligible for benefits as outlined here

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