Head Custodial Staff

About the Employer

Head Custodian - Abbot Elementary School

Job Title (for context): head custodian

Primary Responsibilities

The head custodian reports directly to the building principal and the director of facilities. Their core mission is to provide a clean and safe environment for students and staff.
• Supervision: Directs and schedules the work of the building's custodial team. This includes training new staff and ensuring tasks are completed during both day and evening shifts.
• Building Maintenance: Performs minor repairs (plumbing, electrical, and carpentry) and identifies larger issues that require the attention of the district's maintenance department.
• Facility Operations: Manages the school's HVAC systems and monitors energy consumption.
• Safety & Security: Responsible for the opening and closing of the building, ensuring all alarms and safety systems are functional.
• Inventory Management: Requisitions cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring the school is always stocked with necessary materials.
• Event Support: Coordinates building setup for outside groups, school plays, town meetings, and sporting events held at Stony Brook.
• Grounds Care: Oversees snow removal from walkways and general upkeep of the immediate building perimeter.

Job Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. + Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders for extended periods. + Tolerance for heights and working in various weather conditions.
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Significant experience in custodial work, preferably within a school setting, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Physical Demands:
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with power tools, floor buffers, and building automation software.

Salary and Benefits

• As of 2026, pay for custodial roles in the Westford Public Schools District typically follows the AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees) Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Custodian and Maintenance Contract 2025-2028: Memorandum of Understanding (signed 03/2026)
• Note: Salaries vary based on "steps" (years of service) and specific shift differentials and are paid in accordance with the union contract.