Substitute Custodian

Substitute Custodian

The Scituate School Department seeks reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious Substitute Custodians to provide custodial and facility support on an as-needed basis throughout the district. Substitute Custodians may be assigned to different schools, buildings, and shifts to provide coverage for employee absences, vacancies, special events, or other operational needs. The successful candidate will help maintain safe, clean, healthy, and welcoming school environments for students, staff, families, and community members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Building Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain classrooms, offices, hallways, cafeterias, gymnasiums, locker rooms, restrooms, and other assigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and clean floors, walls, windows, furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies as needed.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash, recycling, and other waste materials.
• Follow established cleaning schedules, procedures, and sanitation protocols.
• Respond to spills, accidents, and other immediate cleaning needs.

Facility and Custodial Support

• Operate custodial equipment and tools appropriate to the assignment.
• Assist with floor care and other routine custodial maintenance as directed.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, security, or facility concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with minor facility tasks within the scope of the position and assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain custodial supplies, equipment, and work areas in a safe and orderly manner.

Grounds and Seasonal Responsibilities

• Assist with snow and ice removal, including shoveling, salting, sanding, and clearing entrances and walkways, as assigned.
• Assist with grounds and exterior building maintenance as needed.
• Support building readiness during inclement weather or other operational needs.

Building Security and Operations

• Assist with opening, securing, and locking buildings when assigned.
• Ensure assigned doors, windows, and access points are properly secured.
• Observe and report safety hazards, damage, vandalism, security concerns, or other facility issues.
• Follow district procedures related to building security, emergencies, and access to school facilities.

Event and Operational Support

• Set up and break down tables, chairs, equipment, and other materials for school and community activities.
• Assist with deliveries and the movement of supplies, furniture, equipment, and materials.
• Provide custodial support for school programs, athletic events, meetings, and other activities as assigned.

Professional Responsibilities

Report to assigned locations and shifts reliably and punctually. Be available to work at various district buildings and on varying shifts based on district needs and employee availability. Follow directions provided by the Facilities Director, Head Custodian, Building Principal, or other designated supervisor. Follow all district policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations. Maintain professional and respectful interactions with students, staff, families, and community members. Maintain appropriate confidentiality in the school environment. Attend required training as applicable to the position. Perform other custodial and facility-related duties as assigned by the Facilities Director, Building Principal, Superintendent, or designee. Technology and Communication Access district email, scheduling information, and electronic communications as required for assignments. Utilize district work order, facility scheduling, or other operational systems when appropriate to the assignment. Communicate maintenance, safety, supply, or facility concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor. Demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn and use district technology and operational systems necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Prior custodial, maintenance, facilities, or related experience preferred. Ability to follow written and verbal directions and established cleaning and safety procedures. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with district staff. Dependable attendance and ability to report to assigned district locations as needed. Ability to safely use custodial supplies, tools, and equipment. Ability to perform the physical duties associated with custodial work, with or without reasonable accommodation. Successful completion of all employment screening and background check requirements applicable to school district employees.

Work Schedule

This is an as-needed substitute position with no guarantee of a specific number of hours or regular assignment. Substitute Custodians may be called to provide coverage at any Scituate School Department facility and may be assigned day, evening, or other shifts based on district operational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation, or disability in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.