Custodian Day SY 2025-26 (NBOE)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $73,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Union membership
sick leave
Professional Development

Job Description

The Newark Board of Education is a distinguished educational authority responsible for managing and overseeing public schools within Newark, New Jersey. It serves a diverse student population, striving to provide quality education and maintain safe, clean, and well-functioning facilities that support student learning and staff productivity. The board continuously invests in its workforce, emphasizing equal opportunity employment and supportive workplace policies designed to foster a positive educational environment. Recognized for its commitment to advancing educational outcomes and operational excellence, the Newark Board of Education operates at multiple sites across Newark, including the Fourteenth Avenue School, the Newark School of Fashion... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of approved high school equivalent certificate
  • two years of relevant maintenance and cleaning experience
  • possession of current valid Black Seal Boiler Operator License
  • possession of valid New Jersey driver's license if vehicle operation is necessary for duties
  • ability to communicate effectively in English or acceptable alternative communication methods
  • capability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
  • submission of electronic application through Newark Board of Education

Job Qualifications

  • Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of an approved high school equivalent certificate
  • two years of experience involving heating, inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of furniture, fixtures, offices, buildings, and grounds
  • possession of a valid Black Seal Boiler Operator License issued by New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
  • ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties (American Sign Language or Braille considered acceptable)
  • ability to learn to utilize electronic or manual recording and information systems
  • ability to supervise and give instructions effectively
  • ability to associate with children and school staff
  • mental and physical capability to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation

Job Duties

  • Inspect, analyze, and determine cleaning work and materials needed
  • establish, maintain, and develop work plans for subordinates
  • supervise and lead cleaning, maintenance, and care of buildings and grounds
  • supervise cleaning and maintenance of desks, chairs, rugs, lighting fixtures, windows, and other furniture and fixtures
  • supervise sweeping, washing, sanding floors, and applying wax and polish
  • supervise application of paint remover and cleaning agents to furniture
  • supervise sanding and refinishing of furniture
  • supervise maintenance of grounds and parking areas
  • supervise operation of heating and ventilating equipment
  • supervise elevator operators
  • inspect buildings and grounds to ensure needed work is done
  • obtain, store, and safeguard equipment and supplies
  • establish and maintain records of personnel, equipment, and materials
  • report needed repairs to authorities
  • utilize various electronic or manual recording information systems
  • perform other duties assigned by principal or supervisor

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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