School Custodian II (Open to AFSCME)

MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS                    

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                                                                                                                                                From:  2/13/2025

                                                                  VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT                                       To:      2/24/2025

POSITION TITLE:    SCHOOL CUSTODIAN II   

SALARY RANGE:     $18.94- $28.05

SALARY GRADE:     Maximus Grade:  5

POSITION PURPOSE:

• Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Manager, as well as directed by the the building Principal and Director of Facilities as needed, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school building and grounds or in the central offices; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.
• Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (examples of): The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• • Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift.
  • Checks heating and cooling equipment to ensure it is working properly and reports any issues or malfunctions to the Lead Custodian, Custodial Manager,  Director of Facilities, or Principal.
  • Notifies Lead Custodian of  work orders needed and assists in ensuring completion of the work orders in their assigned area.
  • Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, gymnasiums, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
  • Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
  • Notifies Lead Custodian and/or Custodial Manager if custodial supplies and equipment are needed.
  • Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
  • Dusts and cleans furniture and equipment.
  • Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
  • Boards up broken windows and notifies the Lead Custodian, Custodial Manager,  Director of Facilities, or Principal. of building security issues.
  • Removes graffiti and cleans glass areas daily.
  • Replaces light bulbs and filters internally.
  • Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in building rooms, and other areas as needed.
  • Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
  • Mows grass and performs other grounds-keeping duties.
  • Clears debris and maintains grounds, including shrubs and flowerbeds.
  • Moves furniture and equipment as directed by theLead Custodian, Custodial Manager,  Director of Facilities, or Principal as needed.
  • Receives deliveries and assists in uploading trucks and other areas of the building.
  • Completes touch up painting as needed to maintain building appearance.
  • Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling programs.
  • Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
  • Assists staff, parents and other visitors with special events  and programs at assigned school.
  • Completes set up and cleaning for various internal after school events at the school and and on the property as needed. 
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Custodial Manager,  Director of Facilities, or Principal.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. High school diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position 
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance is desirable.

LOCATION OF VACANCY: BOARD OF EDUCATION – BEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

HOURS OF WORK: 2:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M., 40 HOURS PER WEEK

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:  Open to all eligible members of AFSCME Local 1467 who are employees of Middletown Public Schools who are interested in applying for a transfer or demotion, Departmental Promotion, or District-Wide Promotion must submit an application no later than the date established in this announcement. Applications will be given consideration according to the priorities established in the appropriate Union contract and/or the District’s Personnel Rules. The Union and the BOE agree that eligible members of Local 466 (City) will have the opportunity to apply to BOE positions within this bargaining unit before opening the vacancy up to the public. While the BOE agrees to provide an opportunity for transfer to City employees in Local 466, City employees in Local 466 will not receive preference for any bargaining unit position over Local 1467 employees, nor is the BOE obligated to hire any City employees from Local 466 for any Local 1467 position.

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION FORMS: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application during the posting period via the online application portal. To apply for this position, please go to Middletown Public School’s career portal located at: https://mpsct.schoolspring.com?jobid=4987364.

Please contact Human Resources should you have any concerns 860-638-1448; Talent@mpsct.org

CLOSING DATE: Completed Online Applications must be submitted on the portal no later than 4:00 p.m. February 24, 2025.

EXAMINATION: May include a rating of Written 100% or Oral 100% or Written 50% and Oral 50% for 100% or Training and Experience rating of 100% or Performance of 100%.

Middletown Public Schools provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).  If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Division prior to the application closing date or the testing date, whichever is applicable.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Salary : $19 - $28