Evening Building Custodian

Brooklinema; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement pension

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Brooklinema in Brookline, MA is seeking a reliable Building Custodian/Maintenance Technician to open and secure the building daily and prepare spaces for programs. You will set up furniture, equipment, coffee and food for events, and maintain cleanliness across interior spaces.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in custodial or maintenance work, plus a valid Class D Driver’s License. The role offers $31.01 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in custodial or maintenance work or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the building daily and ensure all areas are prepared for use.
• Set up and break down furniture, equipment, coffee, and food for programs and events.
• Maintain cleanliness of all interior spaces, including washing windows and walls, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, and disposing of trash and recycling.
• Change light bulbs, perform minor repairs, and report major issues to the Building Department.
• Monitor building systems to ensure proper operation, including checking boiler gauges, heating, ventilation, and elevator functionality.
• Maintain inventories, order supplies, prepare work orders, and keep accurate records.
• Contact police or fire departments in emergencies.
• Perform related tasks and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow instructions

Hand tools

Cleaning methods

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the building daily and ensure all areas are prepared for use.
• Set up and break down furniture, equipment, coffee, and food for programs and events.
• Maintain cleanliness of all interior spaces, including washing windows and walls, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, and disposing of trash and recycling.
• Change light bulbs, perform minor repairs, and report major issues to the Building Department.
• Monitor building systems to ensure proper operation, including checking boiler gauges, heating, ventilation, and elevator functionality.
• Maintain inventories, order supplies, prepare work orders, and keep accurate records.
• Contact police or fire departments in emergencies.
• Perform related tasks and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in custodial or maintenance work, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Class D Driver’s License.

The ideal candidate will

have strong knowledge of cleaning methods and materials, the ability to use basic hand tools for maintenance and repairs, and the capacity to follow written and oral instructions. The role requires someone who can identify building maintenance needs, work independently on an established schedule, and manage moderate to strenuous physical tasks, including lifting up to 60 pounds.

Pay and Benefits

$31.01 hourly with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement pension, and generous paid time off.