Custodian

Maintenance/Custodial/CustodianPosition Type: Maintenance/Custodial/CustodianLocation: Joel Barlow High School, Redding, CTDate Available: ImmediateHours: During training - Monday – Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.After training – Monday-Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, daytime hours with flexibility that Saturday hours may be changed as needed to Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Anticipated Start Date: Immediate opening. Salary & Benefits: In accordance with support staff collective bargaining agreement. Starting salary $20.33/hour plus $2.00/hour shift differential. Comprehensive benefits.QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the communityAbility to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policiesReports To and Receives Instruction From: Head of School and/or the Lead Night CustodianJob Responsibilities Include:Cleans and monitors designated spaces and equipment in the building, including sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, mopping and waxing floors; rubbish removalCleans and disinfects bathroom sinks, toilets and urinals, mirrorsCheck hand soap, paper towel, & tissue suppliesCleans classroom sinks/faucetsReplaces light bulbs as neededUnlocks and locks premises, secures windows and activates/deactivates the alarm systemsCleans and maintains custodial equipment daily after each useHelps in unloading of freight as needed with delivery to specified areasMoves classroom furniture as neededPhysical Demands of Job:Frequent walking, bending, twisting and lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs. such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucksContinuous use of hand strength to grasp tools and cleaning equipment and climb on laddersPush/pull items such as tables, bleachers, and/or cleaning equipmentApplications must include:A formal letter of application addressed to Dr. Mario Almeida, Head of School/Assistant SuperintendentResumeThree recent letters of recommendationEqual Opportunity EmployerThe Region 9 Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.