On-Call Custodian

Job Summary: The on-call custodian will provide district-wide coverage for custodial shifts as needed, including during call-outs, vacations, summer projects and yearly events, and will support special projects involving the maintenance and improvement of facilities and grounds throughout the Westerly Public School District.

Ensuring a result that will give a safe, attractive, and clean environment for students, staff and citizens to use each day.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain district buildings in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition, including classrooms, corridors, stairwells, and restrooms.
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors; empty trash and recycling bins; wipe down desks, whiteboards, and high-touch surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, mirrors, and partitions; restock soap, paper towels, and toilet paper daily.
• Set up and break down furniture and equipment for school activities and events.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance inside buildings as directed. 
• Assist with grounds maintenance, including snow and ice removal.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 1 years in a custodial capacity in the private or public sector or maintenance worker in a school system preferred.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, implements and devices used in cleaning operations and the care of custodial equipment preferred.
• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical Requirements: 
• Lifting and carrying, up to fourty-five(45) pounds to perform moderately heavy, manual labor.
• Bending, stooping, reaching above shoulder level and climbing and descending stairs and ladders.

Westerly Public School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.