Custodian, General

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Custodian, General

Job Summary: The General Custodian plays a critical role in supporting student learning by maintaining a safe, clean, healthy, and welcoming school environment. Through daily custodial services, preventative maintenance, and responsive support, the General Custodian contributes to student attendance, staff productivity, community pride, and the overall educational mission of Wayland Public Schools.

The General Custodian is responsible for performing routine and specialized cleaning, sanitation, facility support, and safety-related duties to ensure school buildings and grounds are maintained to high standards of cleanliness, appearance, functionality, and environmental health. Every employee contributes to the success, health, and well-being of our students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to):

Cleaning and Sanitization

• Clean, sanitize, and disinfect classrooms, restrooms, offices, cafeterias, gyms, locker rooms, and common areas in accordance with district protocols.
• Perform daily cleaning assignments according to established schedules and quality standards.
• Replenish restroom, classroom, and custodial supplies.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and properly dispose of waste materials.
• Vacuum, sweep, dust mop, wet mop, scrub, and maintain all floor surfaces.
• Clean windows, glass, walls, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
• Utilize approved cleaning chemicals and disinfectants in accordance with safety standards and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintain custodial closets and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Facility Appearance and Learning Environment

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and appearance throughout assigned areas.
• Identify and address conditions that negatively impact the student learning environment.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and facility preparations for school and community activities.
• Support seasonal cleaning projects and school vacation work schedules.

Safety and Risk Management

• Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas to identify safety concerns.
• Report maintenance issues, hazards, vandalism, damage, or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Assist with emergency response activities including weather events, spills, and building incidents.
• Follow all district safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and custodial best practices.
• Maintain compliance with district cleaning, sanitization, and infection-control protocols.

Customer Service and Professional Conduct

• Demonstrate professionalism and positive interactions with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Respond to building requests in a timely and courteous manner.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for Wayland Public Schools'' commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior custodial, facilities, maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to operate custodial equipment and cleaning machinery.
• Working knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and supervisors.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, climbing, and carrying.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment and tools.

Work Environment

Work is performed in school buildings, athletic facilities, and school grounds. Duties may require evening, weekend, vacation-period, or emergency response work as assigned.

Salary Range: Commensurate with the Local Union 1116 Custodian and Maintenance Salary Scale Example: Category I - Step 1 $22.24/hr or $46,437 annual plus over-time opportunity

Work Schedule: 2026-2027 School Year; 12-month assignment; 8 hours per day [or night shift]

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.