Custodian (Full-Time, Day Shift)
About The Position
Hawkswood School is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented full-time Day Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment for students, faculty, and staff. The custodian provides primary daytime custodial coverage, performs cleaning duties, maintains safe and sanitary conditions, responds to urgent needs, and communicates with the Educational Facilities Manager. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., with a 45-minute unpaid lunch period, for a total of 40 hours per week. The anticipated start date is November 2026. The annual salary is $45,000 to $52,000, based on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. Hawkswood School is a private school in Eatontown, New Jersey, approved by the State of New Jersey to provide special education services and supports to students ages 3–21 on the autism spectrum and with multiple disabilities. The school is committed to empowering students with disabilities to be self-expressed, self-directed, and contributing members of their families and communities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous custodial or building maintenance experience.
- Dependable and punctual, with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to perform physical custodial duties, including frequent standing and walking; bending, reaching, and lifting; and operating cleaning equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe school environment.
- Complete a physical and drug screen and a Department of Education criminal history background check.
Responsibilities
- Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas.
- Monitor and replenish restroom supplies.
- Respond promptly to spills, sanitation needs, and maintenance concerns.
- Assist with cafeteria and school facility cleaning.
- Perform routine cleaning, floor care, trash disposal, and general custodial duties.
- Coordinate daily cleaning priorities with the evening custodial team.
- Follow established school safety and sanitation procedures.
- Communicate with the Educational Facilities Manager.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
