Custodian - Nights

Custodian - Nights Warwick Public Schools Warwick Neck Elementary - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5966537 Application Deadline: Oct 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description

CLASSIFICATION: #12B

SHIFT: Nights (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm) 40 hrs./wk. - 52 wks./yr.* Hours may change during school recess period SALARY: *Salary listed is union step compensation. Outside applicants start at Step 1

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The custodian under the general direction of the Head Custodian will be responsible for daily, school recess and summer cleaning, security, conservation of utilities and grounds, including snow removal. The custodian will also be responsible for the operation and minor maintenance of the various building systems such as lighting, plumbing, electrical, heat and ventilation, etc. using established practices and procedures within a public school building.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Cleans and maintains, by established standards, designated spaces, equipment, etc. by performing specific duties such as: vacuuming, dry and wet mopping, wet dusting, washing and disinfecting as well as removal of spots/stains from surfaces and floors, cleaning glass, applying floor-finish and other related floor-care duties. Request, proportion and use chemicals, equipment and other supplies. Collect and dispose of garbage and other waste per district guidelines. To move or assist in moving furniture and equipment within assigned area. Maintain building and grounds security within the assigned cleaning area as well as notification to the proper authorities in case of emergency. Written communication with Head Custodian as required. Grounds work to surrounding areas including such duties as: raking, sweeping, shoveling, snow removal, maintaining shrubs, trees and other vegetation. To do minor repair work on buildings or equipment, or to assist maintenance staff when necessary. Assist staff, students and visiting public utilizing facilities, where necessary. Responsible for snow removal outside of regular work hours. Other related duties as required by the Head Custodian.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in public school buildings and surrounding grounds, to include, but not limited to: commercial floor machines, vacuums, ladders, cleaning carts, lawn mowers, trimmers, hand trucks and snow removal equipment; must have a knowledge of mechanical systems (switches and breakers),as well as heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; the ability to readily understand and carry out directions, both oral and written; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form; the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and the community; manual dexterity and the ability to perform duties with an awareness of school department requirements and policies.

EDUCATION:

Such as may be gained through graduation from a senior high school or equivalent (GED) preferred and/or three to six months related experience preferred. General literacy skills required. Resume must be submitted by all applicants. All new hires may be required to pass a pre-employment physical. WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, COLOR, OR DISABILITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $861.60 to $955.60 Per Week Support Staff > Custodian Contact Information Jennifer Bertrand , Employment Clerk Administration Building Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Warwick Neck Elementary