What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian I / 1st Shift position at East Hartford Public Schools?
- High school diploma, GED, or other educational background necessary for position.
- Knowledge of proper cleaning practices/procedures in an educational environment.
- Ability to perform semi-skilled building and equipment repairs.
- Ability to use landscape and snow removal equipment.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
- Keeps building and premises, including, but not limited to, all sidewalks, driveways, and play areas, neat and clean at all times.
- Performs all cleaning tasks including but not limited to: sweeping, dusting, dry mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, removing graffiti, waxing, scrubbing, stripping, polishing, window cleaning, trash removal and all other related functions as directed.
- Performs all outdoor tasks including but not limited to: snow & ice removal, mowing, trimming, edging, leaf raking, sweeping/cleaning parking lots and playgrounds, cleaning roof drains, keep grounds free of litter, debris and graffiti.
- Sanitizes restrooms.
- Performs interior and exterior painting.
- Executes written and oral instructions.
- Maintains custodial closets and storerooms.
- Secures buildings and equipment.
- Maintains and marks athletic fields.
- Inspects and maintains life safety equipment.
- Ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.
- Performs minor maintenance tasks such as changing lamps, ceiling tiles, and various repair tasks.
- Set-up and breakdown of chairs, tables, podiums and other equipment for events and activities.
- Promptly reports building deficiencies, issues, and in-depth required repairs to the Head Custodian and/or Head of Building Operations.
- Reports any damage to school property immediately to head custodian and/or head of building operations.
- When applicable, maintains and operates pool facilities to ensure safe, clean conditions and optimal water quality by performing tests, chemical adjustments, filter backwashing, and water level adjustments.
- Perform other tasks and responsibilities as delegated and/or assigned by supervisor and/or head custodian.
JobID: 7546
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted:
11/24/2025
11/24/2025
Location:
Connecticut IB Academy
Connecticut IB Academy
Date Available:
As soon as possible
As soon as possible
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Open until filled
Hours: 7:00am - 3:00 p.m
Salary: $23.37 per hour
**Current custodians (Bargaining Unit Members) may submit a letter of interest only**
The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:
Online Application
Letter of Interest
Resume
Copy of Valid Certification and/or License
Transcripts (if applicable)
Three Current Letters of Recommendation
JOB # 326
TITLE: Custodian I
QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: Facilities Operations Manager or Head of Building Operations
JOB GOAL: To maintain a clean, healthy and safe environment for students, staff, and the general public.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Twelve-month position. Salary and work year per contract with Local 1933.
Physical Demands: Very Heavy
Working Conditions: Both inside and outside. Extremes of cold temperature changes. Extremes of heat temperature changes. Wet and humid. Noise and vibration. Vapors, fumes, odor. Dust, limited ventilation. Toxic substances.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Non-Certified Staff.
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