Custodian — Make a Meaningful Impact in Our School Community!
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Job Location:
Woodstock, ME - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Why Custodians Matter Here
Our schools are more than buildings- they are hubs of learning connection and community. And custodians are at the heart of that mission. As highlighted in recent national reporting custodians are often the glue that holds school communities together: the first to arrive the last to leave the steady caring presence students rely on each day.
In this role you wont be working behind the scenes-youll be a trusted appreciated and visible member of our school family. Your work creates the environment where students feel safe welcomed and ready to learn.
What Youll Do
As a Custodian youll help keep our buildings safe clean and running smoothly. Your daily work will:
Maintain clean and sanitary classrooms hallways offices restrooms and community spaces
Respond quickly to spills accidents and urgent custodial needs
Perform snow and ice removal keeping campus accessible
Prepare spaces for learning events and community activities
Conduct light maintenance: minor repairs painting replacing bulbs basic plumbing tasks
Monitor building systems and report concerns
Maintain custodial equipment and supplies
Support safety by identifying hazards and following OSHA standards
Communicate regularly with building administrators and the Facilities Director
Custodial staff may occasionally be called in outside regular hours for emergencies or snow removal.
What Were Looking For
People who take pride in creating safe welcoming spaces for others.
Experience & Skills
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
12 years of custodial maintenance or cleaning experience (helpful not required)
Experience with floor care equipment is a plus
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and follow written/verbal instructions
Friendly professional communication with students staff and families
Personal Qualities
Dependable punctual and responsible
Calm and adaptable during busy or unexpected situations
A team player with a service-minded approach
Honest respectful and committed to quality work
Physically capable of lifting bending climbing and performing daily custodial tasks
Compensation & Benefits That Support You
We believe the people who care for our schools deserve to be cared for in return. This position includes competitive pay and a full benefits package outlined in our Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Highlights include:
Competitive Pay
Transparent wage schedule with guaranteed step increases each year
High-Quality Health Insurance
Multiple VEHI health plan options (Platinum Gold Gold/Silver CDHP)
In FY27 District pays 88% of premiums for Gold CDHP plan
Cash-in-Lieu Option
If you have other qualifying health coverage you may receive $6000 annually
Dental Vision & Long-Term Disability
Access to dental and vision coverage
Long-term disability insurance fully paid by the district
Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time/Year Round Employees
Paid holidays (e.g. New Years Memorial Day July 4 Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas)
Paid vacation that grows with years of service
Extensive sick leave accrual (up to 150 days)
Bereavement and jury duty leave
Professional Development Support
Generoustuition workshop and conference reimbursement
Retirement Benefits
Participation in the Vermont Municipal Employees Retirement System (VMERS) with employer contribution
Optional 403(b) plan with up to 2% employer match
Work Environment
This role involves regular walking lifting bending climbing and working with cleaning equipment and chemicals. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.
Terms of Employment
Schedule and compensation follow the districts annual employment letter
Formal performance evaluations conducted at least twice per year
This posting summarizes the role but is not an exhaustive list of duties
The district is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diverse candidates to apply
Join Us
Custodians make our schools feel safe cared for and ready for learning. If you take pride in meaningful work and want to be part of a supportive community-centered team wed love to meet you.
Your work will matter every single day.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral Health
- Classroom Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Special Education
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Public Speaking
- Word Processing
