Job Description

Position: Custodian-Fireman #37063 Location: The Bayard School

Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Closing Date: September 22, 2026

Reports To: Reports to the Facilities Manager and/or the building principal or their designee.

Basic Function: P Performs custodian-fireman duties coordinated by the chief custodian or administrator; provide services which will offer clean, comfortable, healthful, safe, and attractive buildings for students and staff. Assumes a major responsibility for the operation and maintenance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Same as the qualifications of a Custodian.
• Ability to read basic operating instructions, write reports, and maintain written records.
• Must hold a custodian-fireman certificate (90 hours).

STARTING DATE: To Be Determined

SALARY: Commensurate with appropriate Effective Nov 2025.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested internal maintenance applicants must submit an online application by September 22, 2026. External applications must submit an online application, resume, cover letter and three letters of recommendation. 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.

**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.**

Custodian-Fireman

DUTIES:

• Operates boilers, burners, ventilation and mechanical equipment, including building automated systems.
• Maintains and does minor repairs of furniture.
• Moves furniture within building.
• Assists in all preventive maintenance and minor repair of building equipment.
• Assists in all cleaning as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources Office

1899 South College Avenue

Newark, Delaware 19702

PH: 302/552-2600 FX: 302/295-8922

Website: www.christinak12.org

The Christina School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon 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 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19702; Telephone: (302) 552-2600.

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.