Custodian
- State of Connecticut - CT Technical Ed and Career Sys
- Stamford, Connecticut
- Full Time
Custodian
Office/On-site
Recruitment #...TC-001
LocationStamford, CT
Date Opened7/18/2025 12:00:00 AM
Salary$21.06* - $26.31/hour; $41,213 - $51,500/year (*New State Employees start at the minimum)
Job TypeOpen to the Public
Close Date7/28/2025 11:59:00 PM
INTRODUCTION
Are you looking for an opportunity to join the largest high school system in the state? Then look no further than this chance to join the State of Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CETCS) as a Custodian!
The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is currently seeking to fill one full-time (37.5 hours per week), second shift Custodian position at J.M. Wright Technical High School, in Stamford, CT.
What We Can Offer You:
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Position Highlights:
Located at J.M. Wright Technical High School, in Stamford, CT
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Second (2nd) shift
Schedule, Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
As a Custodian You Will:
Perform all custodial tasks throughout high school including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, stripping and waxing floors; collecting and disposing of all trash and recycling in to the appropriate containers; using proper custodial equipment to polish floors and shampoo carpets; cleaning all classrooms and non-student areas, including windows and vents.
Who We Are:
For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.
We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining the CTECS team!
SELECTION PLAN
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.
BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ....
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the Apply' or Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Ethan Ives at ....
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms and lavatories including outdoor areas (i.e. trash around buildings);
Dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate equipment such as floor polishers and buffers;
Washes, dusts and polishes glass including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture and metal equipment;
Makes beds;
Checks, marks, stores and issues linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to individual's work area not to include counting and inspection for a larger area);
Collects and counts soiled laundry;
Distributes, empties and sterilizes glassware, wash basins and bedpans;
Sweeps walks;
Collects and disposes of trash;
Reports needs for repairs;
Performs minor maintenance;
Runs errands;
Inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions to supervisor;
May change light bulbs and replace fuses;
May lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.;
May replace ceiling or floor tiles;
May remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings;
May sand and salt stairways and walkways;
May move furniture and/or set-up classrooms;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Skills
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
follow oral and written instructions;
operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
keep records.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience performing custodial work in a school
Experience waxing and polishing floors using floor polishers and buffers
Experience removing snow and ice from stairways and walkways around large buildings
Experience performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work
Experience with deep cleaning and disinfecting large facilities
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.
CONCLUSION
Office/On-site
Recruitment #...TC-001
LocationStamford, CT
Date Opened7/18/2025 12:00:00 AM
Salary$21.06* - $26.31/hour; $41,213 - $51,500/year (*New State Employees start at the minimum)
Job TypeOpen to the Public
Close Date7/28/2025 11:59:00 PM
INTRODUCTION
Are you looking for an opportunity to join the largest high school system in the state? Then look no further than this chance to join the State of Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CETCS) as a Custodian!
The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is currently seeking to fill one full-time (37.5 hours per week), second shift Custodian position at J.M. Wright Technical High School, in Stamford, CT.
What We Can Offer You:
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Position Highlights:
Located at J.M. Wright Technical High School, in Stamford, CT
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Second (2nd) shift
Schedule, Monday - Friday, 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
As a Custodian You Will:
Perform all custodial tasks throughout high school including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, stripping and waxing floors; collecting and disposing of all trash and recycling in to the appropriate containers; using proper custodial equipment to polish floors and shampoo carpets; cleaning all classrooms and non-student areas, including windows and vents.
Who We Are:
For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.
We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining the CTECS team!
SELECTION PLAN
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.
BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ....
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the Apply' or Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Ethan Ives at ....
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms and lavatories including outdoor areas (i.e. trash around buildings);
Dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate equipment such as floor polishers and buffers;
Washes, dusts and polishes glass including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture and metal equipment;
Makes beds;
Checks, marks, stores and issues linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to individual's work area not to include counting and inspection for a larger area);
Collects and counts soiled laundry;
Distributes, empties and sterilizes glassware, wash basins and bedpans;
Sweeps walks;
Collects and disposes of trash;
Reports needs for repairs;
Performs minor maintenance;
Runs errands;
Inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions to supervisor;
May change light bulbs and replace fuses;
May lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.;
May replace ceiling or floor tiles;
May remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings;
May sand and salt stairways and walkways;
May move furniture and/or set-up classrooms;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Skills
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
follow oral and written instructions;
operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
keep records.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience performing custodial work in a school
Experience waxing and polishing floors using floor polishers and buffers
Experience removing snow and ice from stairways and walkways around large buildings
Experience performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work
Experience with deep cleaning and disinfecting large facilities
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.
CONCLUSION
Job ID: 486211212
Originally Posted on: 7/21/2025
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