Building Custodian

Department of Education•Edmunds Twp, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Education in the Unorganized Territory at Edmunds Consolidated School! Experience the rewards of working in a close-knit learning community where every role makes a difference. As part of our custodial team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where students can learn and thrive. From maintaining classrooms, restrooms, and common areas to caring for the school grounds and supporting daily operations, your work helps ensure a healthy and positive atmosphere for everyone. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in keeping our school safe, orderly, and ready for learning every day.

Requirements

Knowledge of standards for cleanliness of grounds, buildings, and equipment
Knowledge of school building codes and laws.
Knowledge of the precautions necessary to safeguard personnel, property, and equipment
Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in janitorial work
Ability to climb to the height of school roof/ceiling
Ability to use and/or operate cleaning equipment associated with high volume traffic facilities
Ability to maintain standards for cleaning building and grounds.
Ability to communicate and work in a positive manner with staff and pupils.
Ability to lift independently objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks in the care, cleaning, and maintenance of buildings and equipment.
Experience and training which demonstrates a basic knowledge of building and grounds maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

Maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary indoor and outdoor areas of the facility through routine custodial work, operation of cleaning equipment, and minor maintenance repairs.
Cleaning classrooms, restrooms, and fixtures.
Handling and storing supplies.
Conserving energy.
Performing basic carpentry.
Ensuring overall cleanliness, order, and safety of the building and surrounding premises.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
Health Insurance Premium Credit (Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.11% of pay to MainePERS)
Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave (for fathers and adoptive parents)
Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)