Essex Regional Educational Services CommissionPublic school district · Fairfield, New Jersey · 21 open roles

Custodian

Fairfield, NJFacilitiesPosted Sep 21
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Posted
Sep 21, 2026
Listing expires
Nov 14, 2026

About this role

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Custodian is responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Cleaning the interior of the entire facility including all classrooms, offices, kitchens and bathrooms daily.
  • Cleaning all stairways, exit ways, lobby and corridors.
  • Polishing all floors, cleaning all floor tiles and the vacuuming of all rugs.
  • Cleaning all windows, interior and exterior, as needed.
  • Removing all garbage recycling from the building daily.
  • Receiving all deliveries and distributes them as indicated.
  • Securing facility and monitors all security mechanisms and alarm systems.
  • Performing general building maintenance and repairs as needed or assigned.
  • Removing snow and ice from all exterior steps, ramps, stairs and sidewalks used for building access.
  • Monitoring all driveways, parking spaces and other identified exterior spaces of the property for snow, ice and excessive water.
  • Monitoring all lawns, shrubs and trees for problems and reporting issues to the Building Principal, or Designee and facilities' consultant.
  • Supervising, training, and supporting any assigned part-time, summer, temporary, and custodians.
  • Operating and monitors all the heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment of the building.
  • Monitoring all plumbing, electrical, communication, lighting, etc. of the facility and reporting any issues to the Building Principal, or Designee.
  • Reporting all building and grounds issues to the Principal, Designee, and Head Custodian.
  • Attending on-site and off-site meetings, workshops, staffings, etc. as directed and needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Black Seal License
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Fully insured and operation vehicle
  • Previous experience in custodial and/or maintenance work
  • Previous experience working in a school setting preferred
  • Understanding of OSHA, EPA and Pest Management regulations
  • Able to work flexible hours as needed
  • Able to work overtime if needed
  • Proof of recent TB test; cleared to work with students
  • Required criminal history background check
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

PAY RATE:
Annual Salary - $38,000

TERM OF CONTRACT:
12 Month Position

BENEFITS:
Health, Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
403 (b) Plans
PTO (Sick, Personal and Vacation)

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