Custodian - Second Shift (Anticipated Openings 2026-2027)

Springfield Public Schools MA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for the second shift to maintain cleanliness and safety of school facilities. You will work under the Senior Custodian and ensure daily upkeep across classrooms, halls, and grounds.

The role requires availability for overtime and event prep, a valid MA ID, reliable transportation, and residency in the City of Springfield. Starting immediately with competitive hourly wages listed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to maintain an effective working relationship with the Principal, school staff and public.
• Strong organizational skills and interpersonal relations skills.
• Able to use a computer.
• Demonstrates reliable work habits.
• Must be City of Springfield resident.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning and upkeep of the school building and grounds.
• Assist in supervising custodial staff in the absence of a Senior Custodian.
• Be available for overtime, call-backs, and inspections.
• Clean floors, walls, windows, toilets, and furniture; strip, wax, and buff floors.
• Provide assistance to ensure safe and effective building operations.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and prepare building for events.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal relations skills

Able to use a computer

Reliable work habits

Willingness to learn new skills

Valid MA ID and reliable transport

City of Springfield resident

Job description

Custodian - Second Shift (Anticipated Openings 2026-2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5523881

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

**MUST BE A CITY OF SPRINGFIELD RESIDENT**

WORK SCHEDULE:Second shift (3PM -11PM)

DUTIES:

• Work under the direction of the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor performing regular duties of a Junior Building Custodian as it pertains to the cleaning and up-keep of the school building and surrounding grounds.
• 2. In the event of a Senior Custodian’s absence, assumes responsible charge of building, equipment, supplies, mechanical systems and supervision of custodial staff.
• 3. Is available for overtime, emergency call backs or any necessary building inspections.
• 4. Participates in all work such as daily cleaning of floors, walls, windows, toilets, furniture, cleaning and shampooing of carpets; stripping, waxing, and buffing of floors and any other custodial work assigned by the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor.
• 5. Performs heavy manual labor including climbing ladders, emptying trash, shoveling snow, sanding, up-keep of outside grounds, lifting and moving furniture, supplies, equipment, etc.
• 6. Provides assistance needed to ensure safe and effective building operations.
• 7. Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment as assigned by the Senior Custodian and or immediate supervisor.
• 8. Prepares building for scheduled events and approved permits.
• 9. Provides quality customer service for those using building.
• 10. Limits access to building to authorized personnel.
• 11. Locks doors, closes windows, sections off the building, and activates security alarms.
• 12. Ensures nothing is removed from the building without permission from a supervisor, the School Principal, Facilities Operation Administrator or his designees.
• 13. Reports vandalism, mechanical malfunctions, broken windows or doors, and other building damage to a supervisor and/or the School Principal.
• 14. Performs minor upkeep such as changing light bulbs and replacing ceiling tiles.
• 15. Keeps grounds and entranceways free from litter and debris.
• 16. Provides assistance needed to maintain security of building.
• 17. Performs routine maintenance including replacing air filters; adjusting/changing belts; tightening loose screws, bolts, and nuts; and lubricating and greasing machinery and equipment.
• 18. Complies with all requirements of energy conservation measures and equipment; ensures all energy conservation mechanisms are activated and monitored.
• 19. Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• 20. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Demonstrated ability to maintain an effective working relationship with the Principal, school staff, City departments, public, contractors, and other building users.
• 2. Strong organizational skills and interpersonal relations skills.
• 3. Able to use a computer.
• 4. Demonstrates effective and reliable work habits.
• 5. If the school is equipped with a pool the candidate must be able to obtain all Aquatics Facility Operator Certification.
• 6. Show willingness to learn new skills.
• 7. Possess a valid MA ID and reliable transportation.
• 8. Must be City of Springfield resident.
• 9. Hourly Rates $21.47- $29.05

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!"

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at [e-mail] .

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator,[e-mail] , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights athttps://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Jeremy Saint Laurent, Chief Legal Counsel of Legal Services, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55325,[e-mail] .

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website,www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer [e-mail]

Position Type: FT - Full Year

Salary: $21.47 to $29.05 BU Salary Schedule

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ricardo Garib , Assistant Operations Officer
• FACILITIES - CUSTODIAL SERVICES
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 55255
• Email: [e-mail]