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Job Description
JobID:
5496
Position Type:
CUSTODIAL/BUILDING CUSTODIAN
Date Posted:
6/1/2026
Location:
Custodial Date Available:
ASAP Closing Date:
Open until filled
TITLE:
Building Custodian II (2nd Shift) - Talbot Community School
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the direction of the Head Custodian, the selected candidate will clean, empty trash, dust, mop, disinfect, wash, polish, wipe, paint, remove/shovel snow, receive/stock supplies, strip/wax floors, use lifting/moving equipment, operate machinery, make deliveries, replace light bulbs, work from ladders, report hazards, secure the building and perform other custodial tasks as trained and assigned. The selected candidate will have the knowledge, skill and abilities highlighted in the job description as well as a high school diploma or GED. The selected candidate will be required to perform manual labor including, but not limited to, lifting a minimum of 50 lbs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting, bending, climbing and repetitive motion. Successful candidate will have to pass a post-offer physical. •Work hours will be MondayFriday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM.•
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
English language proficiency required Multilingual proficiency preferred
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Maine State CHRC authorization (cost is $70 - more info here)
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Schedule:
Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Assignment:
FILL IN Location:
Talbot Community School Shift:
2nd Shift, Monday-Friday 2:30-11:00
PM Contract:
Part of BASE union (see 2023-2026 CBA here) Wage range: TBD as contract is under negotiations (25-26 range was $19.53$23.54)
Benefits:
Eligible for benefits as outlined here - Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
