Custodian ; Night Shift

• Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted:
  8/26/2026
• Location:
  
  Pomperaug High School
• Closing Date:
  09/01/2026

School custodians perform manual work which follows well established procedures. Duties are usually routine and can be learned on the job. Work is done under the supervision of a working Head Custodian. Assignments include the use of machines and materials to clean and maintain assigned areas. Other duties require outside work, maintaining grounds and engaging in snow removal in winter months.

All facets of building and grounds cleaning, repair, and maintenance are included in the Custodian IV's work responsibility.

• General cleaning of assigned building areas by machine scrubbing, vacuum cleaning, hand dusting, mopping, and push broom.
• Washing interior and outside windows and other items containing glazing.
• Assists with snow and ice removal.
• Assists in building maintenance, including repair of furniture, window replacement, light fixture repair, painting, minor roofing repairs, grounds maintenance, etc.
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles, inside and out.
• Moves furniture and fixtures as needed to accommodate staff and other building use functions.
• Provides assistance to students, staff, and the public as needed..
• Secures building at end of work day.
• Performs related tasks as requested and required to insure reliable operation of building and grounds.

• Knowledge and understanding of cleaning methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment.
• Some knowledge of minor maintenance and troubleshooting skills in plumbing, electrical, and machine use.
• Ability to understand and comply with oral and written communication and instructions.
• Ability to work well with fellow workers, staff, students and general public. Minor supervision of part-time and seasonal help.
• Ability to read and write equivalent to 12th grade education. Ability to calculate basic math problems and have some knowledge of geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and use a common sense approach to deal with a variety of minor issues in a reasonable amount of time.

Sufficient physical strength and agility to do manual labor. While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use his hands to handle and feel objects, tools, or other items (above his head and on his back), must hear and speak. The employee must frequently squat, bend, stoop, sit, or kneel, all while engaged in tasks requiring the lifting of items, using tools, or performing maintenance tasks.

The employee uses hand strength to grasp and use tools, carry heavy loads, and climb ladders and stairs. The employee will frequently twist at the neck and/or trunk more than average people in the performance of this job.

The employee must be able to lift 50# and have a full range of motion. Lifting items such as 50# bags, tool boxes, etc are required. Occasionally, much heavier items are lifted such as motors, crates, furniture, etc., requiring the employee to lift up to 90#.

Good hearing and vision (corrected) are required to perform this job. The employee will also on occasion have to move/roll heavy items such as scaffold, furniture, tables, desks, equipment.

These physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Work experience in related field including but not limited to building maintenance, custodial work, or building construction.