School Custodian Jobs

The Watson Institute is hiring full-time school custodians to work as part of the maintenance departments at our special education schools in Bridgeville and Pittsburgh, PA.

We are hiring a school custodian to work 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at our Bridgeville location, and 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at our Pittsburgh, PA location.

Learn more about what it’s like to work at the Watson Institute!

Employment Type: Full-time

School Custodian Job Responsibilities:

  • General cleaning, mopping and vacuuming of classrooms, bathrooms or any other assigned areas of the facility
  • Stripping and waxing of floors
  • Painting
  • Outside maintenance and lawn care
  • Snow removal when needed
  • Minor electrical repairs
  • Minor mechanical repairs
  • All other tasks necessary to maintain a clean and safe environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Custodian Job Requirements:

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Ability to follow directions well and work independently
  • At least one year janitorial/lawn care experienced preferred
  • Some electrical and mechanical knowledge
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Current Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances

Job Benefits:

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurances as well as life and long-term disability and access to voluntary benefits.
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Watson matching employee contributions after 1 year of employment.
  • Access to Tuition Reimbursement to pursue further education and advanced degrees.
  • Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and flexible spending accounts.
  • On-the-job training in machinery and equipment used by the facilities management team
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