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Chief II Night Custodian - Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

Delaware Schools Consortium, Newark, Delaware, United States, 19711

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Position Type: Facilities/Custodian

Date Posted: 9/30/2025

Location: Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

Date Available: TBD

Closing Date: 10/12/2025

District: Christina School District

POSITION:

CHIEF II NIGHT CUSTODIAN LOCATION : Gauger-Cobbs Middle School

JOB # 33367 HOURS:

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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LOSING DATE : October 12, 2025

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide leadership, as directed by building principal, in providing for optimum custodial services in the building, including direction of the custodial staff and a share of custodial duties. The nature of this position is that of a working supervisor. Hours of work may-be-varied on night shift depending on availability and competency of custodian/fireman in the building. (Transition on a phased-in basis).

RELATIONSHIP:

The Chief II Custodian shall have direct authority over all other custodians in his/her school. The Chief II Custodian is directly responsible to the Supervisor of Facilities, Point-of-Contact or the building principal or their designee.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Physical ability to perform duties Neat and clean appearance Able to get along with adults and students Good moral character, honest, dependable and courteous Ability to read basic operating instructions, write reports and maintain written records Supervise the operation and maintenance of low pressure boilers and oil fired boilers Must hold a chief custodian certificate (120 hours), or must hold a custodian-fireman certificate (90 hours) and be in the process of obtaining the chief custodian certificate (120 hours) within the current fiscal year. Prefer six (4) years of successful experience as a custodian/fireman and/or chief custodian or the equivalent in custodial and/or maintenance supervisory experience in other institutions or firms Ability to operate computerized energy management system Must have satisfactory evaluations, experience, attendance record and seniority Minimum lifting requirements - 50 pounds (with assistance) Must be able to stand and work continuously for a minimum of 4 hours per workday.

DUTIES : See other side

STARTING DATE : As soon as possible after closing date

SALARY:

Commensurate with appropriate salary schedule

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested

internal

maintenance applicants

must submit

an

online application

by October 12, 2025 . External applications must submit an

online application, resume, cover letter and three dated letters of recommendation (less than 1 year) . Previous submissions will not automatically flow to this posting. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply specifically for the Job ID listed for this position. **

External applicants may also be considered for a substitute custodial position.

**Internal applicants

must review their email/phone messages for job offers. When the applicant is

offered the position, the applicant will have 72 hours to respond to Human Resources with their decision. If after 72 hours an answer has not been received by Human Resources, the next candidate

will be offered the position.** Christina School District Administrative Office 1899 South College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702 PH: 302/552-2600 Ext 562 Website: www.christinak12.org

Chief II Custodian DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES:

Supervises and participates in the general cleaning of the school building. Requests and oversees maintenance needs of the building. Assists the building principal in the selection, assignment, and scheduling of the custodian staff. Directs the training and orientation of members of the custodial staff. Maintains the electrical, plumbing, and heating equipment in the school plan in good operating condition. Maintains grounds, lawns, and play equipment in safe and attractive condition. Assists in snow removal. Checks all fire and safety equipment in the school and reports all violations to the supervisor or principal. Establishes and supervises proper maintenance of vehicles or gasoline-powered equipment used within the building site. Checks school building as required on weekends and holidays as directed to observe proper operation of mechanical equipment and security of the building. Requisitions and receives supplies and equipment and maintains necessary inventories. Performs minor maintenance tasks as outlined in the position guide for custodian. Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building. Other related duties as assigned including, but not limited to, chief storekeeper

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.

CHRISTINAK12.ORG The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding compliance with the above may be directed to the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator, Christina School District, 1899 South College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702 Telephone: (302) 552-2600.