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MSAD 75 / RSU 75

Evening Custodian - Bowdoin Central School

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A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.

$39,846 / year median in Maine

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75 (MSAD 75 ) Serving Maine's Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members. MSAD 75 is seeking an Evening Custodian at Bowdoin Central School to join our vibrant educational community. Together, we can inspire the next generation of learners and leaders.
Hours:
2:30pm - 11:00pm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: Complete maintenance of assigned work areas in buildings and on walkways Maintain daily work schedule; including, but not limited to, unlocking and securing doors, controlling lights, daily checks of systems for heat and ventilation, emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping, washing and waxing floors, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning bathrooms Set-up and take-down for special events and functions Act as a contact for individuals and groups using school facilities outside normal school hours Remove snow, salt and sand walkways when necessary Hours and location may vary/change based on District's needs Other duties as requested
REQUIREMENTS
: High school diploma or GED Prior experience in custodial or maintenance work Strong interpersonal skills Must work well with students, staff and the public Must be dependable and reliable Physical ability to perform physical requirements of the position Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment Constant mental alertness to maintain safe working environment State of Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) Authorization How to apply for CHRC/Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Activity Per Shift- Standing/Walking:
6-8 hours: walking & standing on tile, concrete and other surfaces, walking up to 1-2 miles per day
Sitting:
1-2 hours
Lifting/Carrying:
3-5 hours, up to 50 pounds: equipment, supplies & trash
Pushing/Pulling/Sliding:
6-8 hours, up to 100 lbs: moving furniture, materials, & equipment
Climbing:
6-8 hours: stairs and ladders
Bending/Twisting:
3-5 hours
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling:
6-8 hours: cleaning lower ares, retrieving supplies, picking up debris
Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping:
6-8 hours, dexterity of hand and fingers for reaching, handling, grasping, and overhead reaching. Why MSAD 75?
Professional Growth:
At MSAD 75, employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
Supportive Environment:
We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
Comprehensive Benefits:
MSAD 75 offers a Flexible Benefits Plan, including medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off and more!
State-of-the-Art Facilities:
The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first-rate live performances and enriching experiences for both staff and students. MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.