Casual Maintenance Technician (Custodial-Tolls)

Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA); New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 25,789,000 - 36,104,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware River and Bay Authority in New Castle, DE is seeking a Casual Maintenance Technician (Custodial - Tolls) to support custodial and light maintenance tasks in a toll facility. The position is part-time, with a shift from 4:30pm to 8:30pm, Tuesday through Saturday, and an hourly rate of $18.00.

Requires at least 18 years old, a HS diploma or equivalent, and custodial/grounds experience; duties include basic cleaning, use of basic tools, and providing courteous service to customers;

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent or related experience.
• Previous experience in custodial and/or landscaping/grounds keeping.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance duties based on specific requests.
• Custodial/General building maintenance tasks.
• Provide the highest level of customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Read work orders

Communication skills

Safety techniques

Basic tool operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CASUAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (Custodial - Tolls)

Location: New Castle, DE

Hourly Rate: $18.00

Opening Date: September 15, 2026 Closing Date: Until Filled

I. POSITION SUMMARY

This position is a casual maintenance laborer position. Most job responsibilities require little or no previous skills. This position is required to operate basic hand tools and light equipment (i.e. Broom and Vacuum). This position is also required to work safely and efficiently in accordance with instructions, general operating practices, and procedures. Work is focused on immediate unit with limited awareness of related areas. Work schedules can be modified to fit the departmental needs which may require the employee to work shift work and/or weekends. Work is performed indoors/outdoors and can be in any weather condition. This casual position is part-time and is limited to work a maximum of 28 hours per week on average, and there are no guaranteed minimum number of hours, nor are there any guaranteed assignments. The shift is from 4:30pm-8:30pm Tuesday thru Saturday.

I. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine maintenance duties based on specific requests
• Helps complete work plans according to deadline
• Completes or assists in completion of tasks such as:
  • Custodial maintenance
  • General housekeeping
  • Other duties as assigned
• Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external customers

III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read work orders; effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand relevant Authority policies and procedures and safety techniques
• Within a reasonable time period, gains basic competence in all required equipment and in assigned work
• Basic competence in all required equipment and in assigned work
• Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone

IV. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENTS

• Custodial/General Building Maintenance
• Landscaping and Grounds Keeping

V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver's license

VI. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent related experience
• Previous experience in custodial and/or landscaping/grounds keeping

VII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Subject to a background investigation
• Subject to a pre-employment physical
• Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution or enroll in the payroll card program to receive their bi-weekly pay