Head Custodian - Mt. Ararat High School

Job Description

Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.

Hours: 2:30pm – 11:00pm

Hourly Payrate: $26.41 – $27.21

Essential Functions

• Complete maintenance of assigned work areas in buildings and on grounds.
• Maintain daily work schedule; including unlocking and securing doors, controlling lights, daily checks of heat and ventilation systems, emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping, washing and waxing floors, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Set‑up and take‑down for special events and functions.
• Act as a contact for individuals and groups using school facilities outside normal school hours.
• Remove snow, salt and sand from walkways when necessary.
• Hours and location may vary/change based on District needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in custodial or maintenance work.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must work well with students, staff and the public.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Physical ability to perform required tasks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate custodial tools and machines.
• Constant mental alertness to maintain a safe working environment.
• State of Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC) authorization.

Physical Requirements

• Standing/Walking: 6–8 hours, walking & standing on tile, concrete and other surfaces, walking up to 1–2 miles per day.
• Sitting: 1–2 hours.
• Lifting/Carrying: 3–5 hours, up to 50 lbs (equipment, supplies & trash).
• Pushing/Pulling/Sliding: 6–8 hours, up to 100 lbs (moving furniture, materials & equipment).
• Climbing: 6–8 hours (stairs and ladders).
• Bending/Twisting: 3–5 hours.
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: 6–8 hours (cleaning lower areas, retrieving supplies, picking up debris).
• Hands/Arms/Finger Dexterity/Hand Gripping: 6–8 hours, dexterity of hand and fingers for reaching, handling, grasping, and overhead reaching.

Why MSAD 75?

• Professional Growth: Employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
• Supportive Environment: We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Flexible Benefits Plan, medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off, and more.
• State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first‑rate live performances and enriching experiences for staff and students.

MSAD 75 is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• MSAD 75 Human Resources
• 50 Republic Avenue
• Topsham, Maine 04086
• Phone: 207‑729‑9961
• Fax: 207‑725‑9354
• Email: