Custodian

FT 12 Month Day Custodian

Position Type:

Bus Driver/Bus Aide/Custodian/Custodian

Date Posted:

6/11/2026

Location:

Lakeland Regional High School

Date Available:

07/01/2026

Closing Date:

06/16/2026

Additional Information:
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

* * Black Seal License-(FT Custodial staff only) must be obtained within 18 months of employment

* Minimum experience as determined by the board

* Knowledge of plant operation and maintenance; cleaning methods and procedures; heating and ventilation; proper handling of hazardous materials

* Ability to read, write and communicate effectively and perform basic math

* Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

* Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Building Security

* Determines, before leaving, that all doors and windows are secured, and all lights, except those left on for safety reasons, are turned off.

* Checks daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during the hours of building occupancy.

* Building Maintenance

* Keeps building and premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times.

* Operates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity.

* Cleans and dusts classrooms, offices, library and faculty room daily; empties waste baskets in these areas.

* Cleans corridors after each school day, and during the day when their condition requires it.

* Cleans and sanitizes bathroom fixtures and floors daily, and replenishes paper and soap supplies as needed.

* Cleans and sanitizes all drinking fountains daily.

* Cleans cafeteria dining areas after use.

* Executes environmental accommodations related to student health and safety and implements specific cleaning directions and other required measures to further the protection of students and/or staff members with potentially life-threatening allergies and/or physical disabilities.

* Obeys all fire/safety and environmental laws and regulations relating to the plant operation.

* Cleans whiteboards/chalkboards and rails daily.

* Moves furniture or equipment within the building as required for various activities and as directed by the head custodian or principal.

* Complies with all laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of recyclables, trash, waste, and debris.

* Conducts an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep and repair, making minor repairs and reporting major repair needs promptly to the Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds.

* Cleans all windows on both the inside and outside as scheduled. And dusts window ledges weekly.

* Keeps all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation by vacuuming carpets and entry mats, sweeping and mopping floors and operating all floor scrubbing/burnishers as needed.

* Grounds maintenance

* Keeps the grounds free from rubbish and debris.

* Shovels, plows, salts, and/or sweeps sidewalks, steps, driveways and parking areas as necessary.

* Displays the U.S. flag during school hours on days when school is in session.

* Other

* Performs related duties as assigned.

* Ability to independently lift a minimum of 35 pounds and to otherwise lift, carry, push, pull, reach and handle equipment.

* Ability to stand/walk or sit/ride for prolonged periods and frequently climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull and reach with arms.

* Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with co-workers and other staff members

* Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000 per year to commensurate with experience

Benefits Include:

* Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System

* Paid Time Off (Sick/Vacation/Personal)