Custodian - WSHS - 1066

Custodian – WSHSAnticipated Start Date: ASAPThe Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.Waterville Public Schools is seeking a reliable and hardworking Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will perform routine cleaning and maintenance duties, support building operations, and take pride in creating spaces that promote learning and community engagement. This position plays an essential role in ensuring our schools are well-maintained and ready for daily use.The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene. http://www.waterville-me.gov/about/CustodianThis is a year-round position that follow a schedule of 2:00pm-10:30pm with a 30-minute lunchBenefits highlight: health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development. Full contract available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/district-resources/policies-and-contractsFull job description available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/careers/open-positionsPrimary ResponsibilitiesAbility to read, reason and understand policies, procedures and related information and to follow verbal or demonstrated instructions.Ability to lift and carry at least 70 pounds and to climb heights up to 12 feet on a ladder and stand for a ½ hour.Demonstrates acceptable interpersonal relations with co-workers, staff, students and general public.Perform assigned tasks associated with the prescribed custodial program.Perform assigned tasks associated with the prescribed snow removal and grounds program.Assume responsibility for overall cleanliness and condition of one’s assigned area, and assisting other custodians with overall cleanliness and condition of entire facility.Properly utilize and care for assigned equipment and supplies.Perform additional tasks as directed.QualificationsHigh school graduate or equivalent.Physically able to perform required responsibilities.Demonstrate desirable working relations, work habits and personal hygiene.Willing to work overtime as required.Application materials may be obtained on the WPS website, https://wtvl.aos92.org/careers/open-positions or by calling (207) 873-4281. Application packets should include: completed application, cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference. Applications should be sent electronically to careers@aos92.org or mailed to:Waterville Public Schoolsc/o Custodian Search Committee25 Messalonskee AvenueWaterville, Maine 04901Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.