Assistant Custodian

Framingham Public Schools•Framingham, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Custodian plays a vital role in maintaining and caring for the facilities at Framingham Public Schools. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and physically capable of performing custodial duties to ensure a clean and safe environment for all. Framingham Public Schools (FPS) is committed to excellence for all students and to creating a workforce that reflects our community’s rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Guided by our mission to empower free-thinking, responsible citizens, we value inclusion, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all we do. FPS strives to provide a safe and welcoming environment where every student and staff member can thrive. We actively seek educators and staff who are committed to antiracism, social justice, and civic engagement. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and from members of historically underrepresented groups. Framingham Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a culturally responsive, antiracist, and inclusive community where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret instructions, work requests, and safety labels on chemical supplies.
Capacity to communicate clearly and concisely with staff, students, and visitors.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies.
Maintain a good prior work record regarding performance, congeniality, honesty, and dependability.
Capability to operate various custodial and grounds maintenance equipment, such as buffers, vacuums, and lawnmowers.
Strict adherence to safety rules and procedures, including the proper use of protective equipment.
Required to stand, be on feet, and move around for a full work shift.
Frequently required to bend, sit, move, and work in restricted spaces, including crawling or climbing at heights.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and move heavier materials using appropriate equipment.
Must be able to work using ladders, scaffolding, mechanical lifts, and district vehicles.
Occasionally works in outside weather conditions and may be exposed to wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, or toxic/caustic chemicals.
Potential exposure to blood or other infectious materials; wearing protective equipment like latex gloves is required per OSHA regulations.
Noise levels may be high when operating power equipment.
Background, teaching, or service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.

Nice To Haves

Prior custodial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute various custodial tasks, including sanitizing, scrubbing, waxing, buffing, and dusting furniture and equipment to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Vacuum and shampoo carpets.
Wash windows, mirrors, glass, and other surfaces.
Change light bulbs as needed, both indoors and outdoors.
Clean furniture, equipment, sills, ledges, heating grills, ventilation units, walls, ceilings, stairs, and boilers.
Sweep or shovel snow, apply sand and salt, and chip ice from exterior walks and steps.
Empty wastebaskets and trash receptacles in offices, classrooms, lounges, kitchens, gymnasiums, corridors, and bathrooms, and dispose of rubbish properly.
Arrange rooms as required for various activities.
Inspect both the interior and exterior of the building for vandalism and report any issues to the senior custodian.
Notify the senior custodian of emergencies and assist in overtime work as necessary.
Adhere to all safety protocols.
Work with the senior custodian to regulate the HVAC system for optimal indoor temperatures.
Open and lock exit doors, check panic hardware and door closers, and report malfunctions.
Perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, trimming, fertilizing, weeding, and picking up litter.
Handle minor building and equipment repairs, including minor painting and touch-ups.
Oil and lubricate equipment and change filters as necessary.
Conduct checks on fire safety equipment, emergency lighting, fire/smoke alarms, deluge showers, and eyewash stations.
Recommend the reordering of supplies to the senior custodian.
Complete any required paperwork.
Work collaboratively with all building personnel, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
Other duties as assigned.