Custodian - Second Shift; Anticipated

Work Schedule

Second shift (3PM - 11PM)

• Work under the direction of the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor performing regular duties of a Junior Building Custodian as it pertains to the cleaning and upkeep of the school building and surrounding grounds.
• In the event of a Senior Custodian’s absence, assume responsible charge of building, equipment, supplies, mechanical systems and supervision of custodial staff.
• Be available for overtime, emergency call backs or any necessary building inspections.
• Participate in all work such as daily cleaning of floors, walls, windows, toilets, furniture, cleaning and shampooing of carpets; stripping, waxing, and buffing of floors and any other custodial work assigned by the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor.
• Perform heavy manual labor including climbing ladders, emptying trash, shoveling snow, sanding, upkeep of outside grounds, lifting and moving furniture, supplies, equipment, etc.
• Provide assistance needed to ensure safe and effective building operations.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment as assigned by the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor.
• Prepare building for scheduled events and approved permits.
• Provide quality customer service for those using the building.
• Limit access to building to authorized personnel.
• Lock doors, close windows, section off the building, and activate security alarms.
• Ensure nothing is removed from the building without permission from a supervisor, the School Principal, Facilities Operation Administrator or his designees.
• Report vandalism, mechanical malfunctions, broken windows or doors, and other building damage to a supervisor and/or the School Principal.
• Perform minor upkeep such as changing light bulbs and replacing ceiling tiles.
• Keep grounds and entrance ways free from litter and debris.
• Provide assistance needed to maintain security of building.
• Perform routine maintenance including replacing air filters; adjusting/changing belts; tightening loose screws, bolts and nuts; and lubricating and greasing machinery and equipment.
• Comply with all requirements of energy conservation measures and equipment; ensure all energy conservation mechanisms are activated and monitored.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain an effective working relationship with the Principal, school staff, City departments, public, contractors, and other building users.
• Strong organizational skills and interpersonal relations skills.
• Able to use a computer.
• Demonstrates effective and reliable work habits.
• Must be able to obtain all Aquatics Facility Operator Certification if the school is equipped with a pool.
• Show willingness to learn new skills.
• Possess a valid MA  reliable transportation.
• MUST BE A CITY OF SPRINGFIELD RESIDENT.
• Hourly Rates $20.84 – $28.20

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Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.