Essex Regional Educational Services CommissionPublic school district · Fairfield, New Jersey · 21 open roles
Custodian
Fairfield, NJFacilitiesPosted Sep 21
Pay not listedThe district's posting does not state a pay range.
Apply on district site- 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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