Hillside Public School DistrictPublic school district · Hillside, New Jersey · 25 open roles
Substitute Custodian
Hillside School District · Hillside, NJPer diemFacilitiesPosted Nov 2
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- Hillside School District · Hillside, NJ
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- Nov 2, 2026
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- Entry-level
About this role
SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN
Applications will be accepted for the position of Substitute Custodians. All interested qualified persons may apply by linking to: https://www.applitrack.com/hillsidek12/OnlineApp This position is on an as-needed basis.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sweep and mop floors and stairs, scrape, polish and maintain as necessary.
- Dust desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment.
- Polish furniture and metal furnishings.
- Empty wastebaskets; collect and dispose of rubbish.
- Mow lawns, trim shrubs, rake leaves, and perform other ground-keeping tasks as
- assigned.
- Assist in the operation of a low-pressure heating system, including firing.
- Deliver packages and messages, as assigned.
- Set-up chairs tables, equipment, etc. for special use of school buildings.
- Repair window shades, etc., as assigned.
- Replace light bulbs, soap and towels, etc., as assigned.
- Paint rooms and equipment, as assigned.
- Assist in making minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs.
- Wash windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures, etc., as assigned.
- Clear snow and ice from walks, etc., as assigned when necessary.
- Assist with kitchen clean up and lunch clean up.
- Clean walls, clean and sanitize bathrooms.
- Maintain a clean school environment.
- Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the School Principal and/or Administrator, Certified Educational Facilities Manager, Lead Custodian, and Business Administrator/Board Secretary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Working knowledge of building cleaning procedures, supplies and equipment
-Ability to follow simple oral written instructions.
-Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks.
-Ability to get along well with others; works well within team cleaning environment
-Dependability
-Good physical condition
Salary:
$22.02/hour
* All applicants must apply on Applitrack to be considered for employment.
Equal opportunity/affirmative Action Employer
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