What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Custodian (2pm-10pm) position at Farmington Public Schools (CT)?
- Candidate should hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Candidate should be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Candidate should be able to pass required physical examination.
- Candidate must hold valid Connecticut driver’s license.
- Candidate must submit to a drug test, anyone who refuses or receives a positive result will not be hired.
- Consideration will be given to the following:
- References that indicate the candidate demonstrates courtesy in dealing with students, parents, teachers, principals, superintendents, and the general public.
- A basic knowledge of modern cleaning methods and materials used in the care and maintenance of school buildings.
- A good work record and experience in building maintenance work.
- Able to meet required physical expectations.
- Able to work a flexible schedule (additional afternoon hours if covering district custodians)
- Performs minor maintenance, such as painting, carpentry and electrical work, as required.
- Assist in-house mechanic and custodian-mechanic, as required.
- Wet and dry mop floors, vacuum rugs, dust and polish furniture, lockers, and special equipment.
- Clean all glass surfaces and windows in interior of building
- Wash walls, furniture, toilet fixtures, partitions and other equipment.
- Replace lavatory supplies.
- Replace burned out light bulbs, dispose of waste paper and rubbish.
- Assists in the kitchen with lifting and cleanup.
- Distributes supplies to teachers.
- Sets up and cleans areas before and after school activities.
- Performs related duties as assigned by the head custodian or shift supervisor.
- Sweeps sidewalk areas, picks up debris from the grounds, shovels snow, and sands sidewalks as required.
- Prune, fertilize and replant bushes and shrubs as needed.
- Weeds flower and shrub beds and rakes leaves.
- Oils motors, checks equipment, paints walls and partitions both inside and outside the building.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Sees that the vehicle is gassed, clean, and in good mechanical order.
- Completes The Daily Vehicle Inspection Report in accordance with Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicle Regulations.
- Sees to the vehicle’s inspection by Connecticut Motor Vehicle Department inspectors or necessary repairs as directed by the Business Office.
- Substitutes regular in-district delivery of mail and other related items.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Able to work outdoors year round in all weather conditions as essential personnel
- Able to stand, crouch, bend and climb ladders
- Able to push heavy objects, including, but not limited to, carts and equipment
- Able to perform various types of manual labor
- Able to operate power equipment including, but not limited to snow blower, buffers, backpack vacuum, auto scrubber, leaf blower, power washer, etc.
JobID: 2532
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted:
4/25/2025
4/25/2025
Location:
Farmington High School
Farmington High School
Date Available:
05/14/2025
05/14/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
Substitute Custodian (2nd shift) for Farmington Public Schools
Position hours are 2pm-10pm, Monday-Friday
To apply, please complete an online application from our website at www.fpsct.org
Qualifications:
Salary: $25.00 per hour
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
STARTING DATE: May 14, 2025 for an estimated 6-8 weeks
General Description: The Custodian performs general building maintenance duties within and adjacent to assigned school buildings. This includes cleaning, servicing, and maintaining all areas within a school building as well as providing minor maintenance and upkeep of adjacent grounds, mechanical and electrical equipment. Custodian will have a schedule for FHS cafeteria duties, as well as other related FHS duties. Custodian will be available on short notice for substitute duties for pick up and delivery of mail and other items within the district (no more than 50 pounds) or for district school custodians. The Custodian must have a clean driving record, complete required pre-employment testing and will be subject to random drug testing during employment. Work assignments are provided by the Director of Facilities and/or designee.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within the Building
Adjacent to the Building
Vehicle/Driving
Physical Abilities
The Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. Questions concerning Title VI or Title IX compliance should be directed to: Veronica Ruzek, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-673-8270. Questions concerning Section 504 compliance should be directed to: Dr. Wendy Shepard-Bannish, 1 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-677-1791.
Salary : $25
