Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Custodian - Temporary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts  •  $26.27/hr  •  Massachusetts (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

Custodian - Temporary -(260003L6)

This position is 2PM-10PM Monday-Friday Temporary up to six (6) months.

The Custodian will be responsible for a range of cleaning and maintenance tasks within the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office facilities.

Supervision Received:

Receives general direction and oversight from the Director of Facilities in performing duties in accordance with all best practices and established guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·Keeps the facility clean and orderly condition by performing assigned tasks or additional custodian duties as needed.

·Ensures floor cleanliness through sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming; operates equipment for floor maintenance, including buffing and waxing. Additionally, performs deep cleaning of carpeted office areas.

·Cleans the interiors and exteriors of windows, as well as walls and other interior surfaces of the buildings.

·Reports irregular activities and advises supervisor of conditions requiring major maintenance or repair.

·Empties waste receptacles and disposes of rubbish.

·Dusts and polishes furniture.

·Performs decontamination of cells and general areas as required.

·Conducts periodic deep cleaning of dishwashers, pulpers, and other kitchen equipment.

·Maintains cleanliness of restrooms and restocks supplies.

·When necessary, assists with the loading and unloading of supplies and/or equipment, moving furniture, or setting up for special events.

·Performs landscaping duties such as mowing lawns and snow removal as needed.

·Performs minor upkeep of facility by painting and assisting with minor repairs.

·Assists licensed trades workers as needed.

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee in this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Competencies:

·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·Organized with attention to detail.

·Excellent interpersonal skills.

·Maintain good attendance.

·Ability to prioritize and problem solve in a high-pressure environment.

·Accurately assesses custodial problems of a routine nature and initiates corrective action

·Working knowledge of custodial practices.

·Ability to follow oral and written directions.

·Ability to utilize custodial equipment and chemicals.

·Ability to work independently and preform assigned tasks.

·Ability to work with other members of the facility department with necessary.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or equivalent certificate is required.

A minimum of three (3) years of custodial experience is required; experience with large system custodial services is preferred but not required.

A minimum of one (1) years of experience working in a correctional facility is preferred but not required.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A valid driver's license is required.

Official TitleCustodian

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Bourne - 6000 Sheriff's Place

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Sheriff's Dept Barnstable

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

May 8, 2026, 11:50:24 AM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

26.27-26.27HourlyIf you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA CoordinatorColleen Wooding-5085634307

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

About Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Year after year, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has continued to pioneer bold legislative actions and programs, some of which have been embraced on a national scale. We are always looking for talented individuals to help us maintain this momentum and improve the services that millions of people depend on every day.

If you’re looking for an innovative work environment where you can really make a difference, check out the job opportunities with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

This page is managed according to the Mass.gov social media policy: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massgov-social-media-policy. Comments that do not follow our policy may be removed.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
1788
Website
mass.gov
Social Media