2nd Shift Custodial Position

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 5/13/2026 Location: Brooklyn Public Schools Date Available: ASAP Position: Custodian 2nd shift (2:30pm-10:30pm)* Reports to: Director of Facilities Position Function: Under the direct supervision of the Principal, and Director of Facilities, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary. Performance ResponsibilitiesClean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers.Clean, sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.Use and maintain power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, power drain snake, etc.Use and maintain grounds equipment and hand tools; tractor, mowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, plows, loaders, forklifts, manlift, chainsaw, etc.Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs using hand operated tools or power equipment.Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.Change bulbs, ballasts, switches, receptacles. Be familiar with breaker panels and electrical meters.Lock and unlock assigned buildings; secure buildings when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows; report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.Assist with setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.Follow the instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools as needed. Additional DutiesPerform minor plumbing repairs, light tree work.Perform general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.Assist parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Physical and Mental DemandsMust be mobile, able to lift, carry, push and pull a maximum of 75 pounds with assistance and 50 pounds independently.Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.Must be able to bend, kneel, crouch reach/work overhead or horizontally.Must be able to follow oral and written instructionsMust be able to work effectively with others and follow directions.Able to work in an environment containing cleaning materials, dust and noise.Able to complete all tasks listed in the job description and similar assignments.Able to work independently. QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDTwo years of recent full-time custodial experience preferredSuccessful completion of physical and drug screening. Terms of EmploymentMonday-Friday, 8 hrs/day2nd Shift: 2:30 p.m to 10:30 p.m.Day shift for all during school vacationsSalary and Benefits in accordance with Local 1303 Contract FLSA Status: Non-exempt *Summer Hours: June - August (7:00am - 3:00pm) exact dates based on first/last day of school year