Chief II Night Custodian Pritchett

Position Type:
Facilities/Custodian

Date Posted:
5/18/2026

Location:
Maurice Pritchett Academy

Date Available:
TBD

Closing Date:
06/01/2026

District:
Christina School District


POSITION: CHIEF II Night CUSTODIAN #35510 LOCATION : Maurice Pritchett Academy

HOURS: 1 pm - 9 pm CLOSING DATE: June 1, 2026

BASIC FUNCTION: Provide leadership, as directed by building principal, in providing for optimum custodial services in the building, including direction of the custodial staff and a share of custodial duties. The nature of this position is that of a working supervisor. Hours of work may-be-varied on night shift depending on availability and competency of custodian/fireman in the building. (Transition on a phased-in basis).

Qualifications:

1. Physical ability to perform duties
2. Neat and clean appearance
3. Able to get along with adults and students
4. Good moral character, honest, dependable and courteous
5. Ability to read basic operating instructions, write reports and maintain written records
6. Supervise the operation and maintenance of low pressure boilers and oil fired boilers
7. Must hold a chief custodian certificate (120 hours), or must hold a custodian-fireman certificate (90 hours) and be in the process of obtaining the chief custodian certificate (120 hours) within the current fiscal year.
8. Prefer four (4) years of successful experience as a custodian/fireman and/or chief custodian or the equivalent in custodial and/or maintenance supervisory experience in other institutions or firms
9. Ability to operate computerized energy management system
10. Must have satisfactory evaluations, experience, attendance record and seniority
11. Minimum lifting requirements - 50 pounds (with assistance)
12. Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.

DUTIES : See other side

STARTING DATE : As soon as possible after closing date


SALARY: Commensurate with appropriate Effective Nov 2025.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested internal maintenance applicants must submit an online application by


June 1, 2026. External applications must submit an online application , resume , cover letter and three letters of recommendation . Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position.

**Internal applicants must review their email/phone messages for job offers. When the applicant is offered the position, the applicant will have 72 hours to respond to Human Resources with their decision. If after 72 hours an answer has not been received by Human Resources, the next candidate will be offered the position. **

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources Office
1899 South College Avenue
Newark, Delaware 19702
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Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level.

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 600 North Lombard Street, Wilmington, DE 19801; Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

CHIEF II Night Custodian


DUTIES:

1. Supervises and participates in the general cleaning of the school building. Requests and oversees maintenance needs of the building.
2. Assists the building principal in the selection, assignment, and scheduling of the custodian staff.
3. Directs the training and orientation of members of the custodial staff.
4. Maintains the electrical, plumbing, and heating equipment in the school plan in good operating condition.
5. Maintains grounds, lawns, and play equipment in safe and attractive condition.
6. Assists in snow removal.
7. Checks all fire and safety equipment in the school and reports all violations to the supervisor or principal.
8. Establishes and supervises proper maintenance of vehicles or gasoline-powered equipment used within the building site.
9. Checks school building as required on weekends and holidays as directed to observe proper operation of mechanical equipment and security of the building.
10. Requisitions and receives supplies and equipment and maintains necessary inventories.
11. Performs minor maintenance tasks as outlined in the position guide for custodian.
12. Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building.
13. Other related duties as assigned including, but not limited to, chief storekeeper

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position