Job Posting: School Custodian (Full-Time)
Location: Staten Island, New York
Schedule: 40 hours per week (Full-Time)
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking School Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and well-functioning environment for our students and staff. The custodian will play an essential role in the daily operations of the school, including routine cleaning, floor maintenance, and basic building upkeep.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform daily cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas
Carry out floor care responsibilities, including:
Stripping, waxing, and buffing hard floors
Deep-cleaning tile and grout
Shampooing and extracting carpets as needed
Ensure restrooms are sanitized and properly stocked
Remove trash and recycling from all areas of the building
Perform minor maintenance and repair tasks (e.g., changing light bulbs, unclogging drains)
Assist with snow removal and exterior upkeep (sidewalks, entrances, playgrounds)
Report safety or maintenance concerns to the school administration
Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment
Support setup and breakdown for school events and activities
Follow all safety and health regulations, including DOE and CDC cleaning protocols
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Prior custodial and floor care experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials (e.g., auto scrubbers, buffers, extractors)
Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical labor
Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently or on a team
Must pass fingerprinting and background check
Valid NYS drivers license a plus
FDNY Certificate of Fitness (boiler, alarm, etc.) preferred, but must be willing to get certificate within 3 months of hire
Location: Staten Island, New York
Schedule: 40 hours per week (Full-Time)
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking School Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and well-functioning environment for our students and staff. The custodian will play an essential role in the daily operations of the school, including routine cleaning, floor maintenance, and basic building upkeep.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform daily cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas
Carry out floor care responsibilities, including:
Stripping, waxing, and buffing hard floors
Deep-cleaning tile and grout
Shampooing and extracting carpets as needed
Ensure restrooms are sanitized and properly stocked
Remove trash and recycling from all areas of the building
Perform minor maintenance and repair tasks (e.g., changing light bulbs, unclogging drains)
Assist with snow removal and exterior upkeep (sidewalks, entrances, playgrounds)
Report safety or maintenance concerns to the school administration
Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment
Support setup and breakdown for school events and activities
Follow all safety and health regulations, including DOE and CDC cleaning protocols
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Prior custodial and floor care experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of cleaning equipment and materials (e.g., auto scrubbers, buffers, extractors)
Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical labor
Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently or on a team
Must pass fingerprinting and background check
Valid NYS drivers license a plus
FDNY Certificate of Fitness (boiler, alarm, etc.) preferred, but must be willing to get certificate within 3 months of hire
Job ID: 484805409
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025
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