Evening Cleaner, Lowell Campus - Middlesex Community College

Middlesex Community College; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Middlesex Community College in Lowell, MA is seeking a part-time Evening Cleaner to maintain a clean and safe environment after hours. The role involves cleaning classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas, with duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, disinfection and restocking supplies.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and reliable transportation. The position is 20 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday evenings, with a start date in November/December

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or preferred.
• Prior janitorial, custodial, or maintenance experience helpful but not required.
• Reliable transportation to and from work is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and custodial duties in classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust and sanitize floors and surfaces.
• Clean, disinfect and restock restrooms with supplies as needed.
• Empty trash and recycling and dispose of waste properly.
• Monitor areas for safety hazards and report concerns as needed.
• Work independently during evening hours to complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Middlesex Community College

Middlesex Community College (MCC) is one of the largest community colleges in the Commonwealth, employing people in full-time, part-time, faculty, professional, administrative, and support positions at campuses in both Lowell and Bedford, and online. We are focused on equity to transform lives and shape futures. MCC values equity and inclusion as the foundation for excellence, innovation, and success for our employees and students. MCC is committed to a policy of affirmative action, equal opportunity, equal education, non-discrimination, and diversity to provide a learning and working environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all students and employees. MCC strives for a faculty and staff that reflect its richly diverse community of students. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities and others are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. Middlesex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Safety & Security Report, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/disclosurestatements/campsecrpt.aspx

Position Title: Evening Cleaner, Lowell Campus - Middlesex Community College

Location: Lowell, MA Category: Part-time Staff Job Type: Part-time Posted On: Mon Oct 26 2026 Job Description:

Title: Evening Cleaner, Lowell Campus

Unit: Part-Time Non-Unit Support Staff

Department: Facilities Management

Reports to: Assistant Director of Building Services

Date: October 26, 2026

General Summary: The part-time evening cleaner is responsible for general cleaning, custodial duties, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Candidates should be able to work independently, follow instructions, and perform physical tasks as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine cleaning and custodial duties throughout assigned College buildings, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and sanitize floors, furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Clean, disinfect, and restock restrooms, including replenishing paper products, soap, and other supplies as needed.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and properly dispose of waste in designated collection areas.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including door handles, light switches, desks, countertops, and shared equipment.
• Perform evening cleaning and preparation of classrooms, meeting rooms, and other instructional spaces to ensure they are ready for use the following business day.
• Monitor assigned areas for maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or security issues and promptly report concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Ensure assigned areas are properly secured upon completion of cleaning duties, including checking doors, windows, and lights in accordance with established College procedures.
• Safely operate and maintain custodial equipment and properly handle cleaning products in accordance with applicable safety standards and College procedures.
• Maintain custodial supply inventories and notify supervisors when additional materials or equipment are needed.
• Respond to spills, unexpected cleaning needs, and other custodial concerns that arise during the evening shift.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while prioritizing assigned tasks and ensuring that cleaning responsibilities are completed efficiently and thoroughly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Prior janitorial, custodial, or maintenance experience, preferred but not required
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to bend, kneel, lift, and carry, often up to 25-50 pounds
• Capability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks.
• Attention to detail.

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $18.25 per hour in accordance with MCC Part-Time Wage Schedule

Location: Lowell campus

Hours: 20 per week; evening schedule of hours, Sunday through Thursday

Expected Start Date: November/December 2026

Application Deadline: November 16, 2026

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.