School Custodian

SCHOOL CUSTODIAN

Westfield, Massachusetts

Job : 5839457

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform the regular duties of a building custodian in a school or the public building and perform related work as required.

• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used and the safety precautions to be taken in performing custodial work, including the knowledge of and proper use of the custodial supplies (synthetic soaps, scouring powders, floor finishes, etc.) and the proper techniques in using them on various kinds of floors, walls, toilet-rooms, equipment, furniture and other building furnishings and equipment
• Knowledge of the use, operation and care of custodial equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor machines, auto-scrubbers, floor brushes, mops, etc.)
• Knowledge of the care of buildings and grounds, walks, lawns, shrubbery, etc. and knowledge of the operation and care in the use of hand tools and the knowledge of minor adjustment and repair of furniture and other building equipment, including plumbing, heating and electrical fixtures
• Knowledge of fires and accident prevention in public buildings, including the operation and care of various kinds of fire extinguishers
• Knowledge of the proper display of the flag of the United States of America
• Ability to follow written instructions
• Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships
• Physical fitness to perform a variety of manual tasks
• Neat appearance, and of good moral character.

Also responsible for the specific areas as listed in the applicable territory, and in the description of duties for building custodian.

The salary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Custodian Association contract. Position filled according to Civil Service rules and regulations.

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.

This position subject to funding.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $19 to $19 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Maintenance

• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  Position involves sitting and the ability to travel from one place to another. This position involves heavy work with frequent lifting or carrying of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting or carrying of no more than 100 pounds with some pulling and pushing or reaching above. Frequent use of hands to handle or feel; stooping kneeling, crouching and crawling. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used and the safety precautions to be taken in performing custodial work
  • Knowledge of and proper use of custodial supplies
  • Knowledge of the care of buildings and grounds
  • Knowledge of the operation and care in the use of hand tools
  • Knowledge of minor adjustment and repair of furniture and other building equipment, including plumbing, heating and electrical fixtures
  • Knowledge of fires and accident prevention, including the operation and care of various kinds of fire extinguishers

  Westfield Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Christopher Rogers , Director of Operations and Safety
• 94 North Elm Street
• Suite 201
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone:
• Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).