Building Custodian II (1st Shift) Portland High

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Head Custodian, the Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-functioning school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform floor care, including stripping and waxing
• Wash, polish, and wipe surfaces to maintain building cleanliness standards
• Empty trash and recycling and maintain waste areas
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks, including painting and replacing light bulbs
• Receive, verify, and properly store deliveries, ensuring materials and supplies are organized and accessible
• Operate custodial equipment and machinery safely
• Use lifting and moving equipment to transport materials and supplies
• Make deliveries and assist with movement of furniture and equipment
• Remove snow and maintain safe building access during winter conditions
• Work from ladders as needed
• Carry and actively monitor a two-way radio to communicate with supervisors and team members throughout the shift
• Identify and report maintenance or safety hazards promptly
• Secure the building at the end of shift
• Travel to and work at other school locations as assigned to provide coverage for first shift custodial staff and support district-wide operational needs
• Perform other custodial and facilities-related duties as trained and assigned

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Additional Requirements

• English language proficiency required

Employment Details

• Year-round position
• Full-time, 1.0 FTE
• Permanent
• Overtime eligible
• Covered under the BASE contract (2023–2026 CBA)
• Wage range: $19.23 – $23.97/hour (based on experience, as outlined in the CBA)
• Eligible for benefits as outlined in the contract

Credential Requirements

• Maine State Fingerprinting (CHRC Authorization) required
  • Cost: $70
  • Website: http://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting/index.html