Half-Time Evening Custodian

Hampshire Regional School District; Westhampton (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hampshire Regional High School in Westhampton, MA, is seeking a half-time evening custodian to support facility operations after hours. Responsibilities include opening/closing, door checks, environmental monitoring, and general cleaning of interior and exterior areas.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Massachusetts driver's license. Prior custodial experience is preferred, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Has a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Has valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• Experience in custodial work preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of custodial cleaning supplies and equipment preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge related to electrical, plumbing, heating/HVAC, mechanical, and fire alarm systems preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, in various weather conditions and climates, to perform custodial duties such as standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, reaching and twisting.

Responsibilities

• Assists with opening and closing of the facilities as required.
• Checks exit doors and panic hardware for proper operation during hours of occupancy.
• Monitors environmental conditions and reports problems.
• Raises and lowers the U.S. and State flags as required.
• Performs janitorial work in assigned areas and throughout facilities, including cleaning floors, walls, windows and fixtures.
• Checks supplies and replenishes as needed to avoid stockouts.
• Moves furniture and equipment for daily operations and events.
• Keeps equipment and facilities clean and in good repair, performing minor maintenance when possible.
• Participates in yard work and landscaping to maintain grounds.
• Shovels snow and sands walks as needed.
• Reports safety issues to Head Custodian or Principal.
• Works with others to fulfill daily responsibilities and provides coverage for special events.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts driver's license

Job description

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Half-Time Evening Custodian

Hampshire Regional School District Hampshire Regional High School - Westhampton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5946241

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 13, 2026

Job Description

HAMPSHIRE REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

CUSTODIAN

DESCRIPTION:

• Assists with the opening and closing of the facilities as required
• Checks daily to ensure that all exit doors are either open or locked according to the Principal's facility security plan and that all panic door hardware are working properly during the hours of building occupancy
• Checks environmental conditions (e.g., heat, ventilation, air conditioning systems) as required to ensure comfortable building environment and appropriately reports problems if a remedy cannot be corrected
• Raises and lowers the U.S. Flag, and State Flag if available, as required on a daily basis
• Makes minor repairs as appropriate and remedies unsafe or unhealthy conditions if possible, but reports the need for major repairs and or very unsafe and unhealthy conditions to the Head Custodian or Principal as needed
• Performs janitorial work in assigned areas as well as throughout both the interior and exterior facilities. (e.g. picking up rubbish and debris, emptying and cleaning of all rubbish and recycling containers, disposing of trash or relocating of recycled materials as required, sweeping and washing hallways and classroom floors, dusting, cleaning and polishing furniture and shades, vacuuming carpets, striping wax and re-waxing floors, mopping (dry and wet), scrubbing, washing and disinfecting floors, sinks, drinking fountains, toilets, etc. (including bathrooms, locker rooms, kitchens, cafeterias), washing walls, windows and mirrors, dusting and cleaning light fixtures, including replacing light bulbs as needed
• Checks for quantity of disposable supplies (e.g., toilet tissue, paper towels, hand soap, etc.) and replenishes such supplies as needed (i.e., to not run out)
• Moves furniture, equipment, etc., as needed, not only on a daily basis to perform cleaning duties and to assist with the daily operation of the schools, but to set up for special events and activities
• Keeps cleaning equipment and custodial facilities clean, neat and in good repair and order and performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment and to facilities
• Performs yard work and minor landscaping chores as to maintain the school grounds in a safe, healthy and attractive condition
• Shovels, snow blows, and sands walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps, as needed and required
• Assists in emergency situations as would be considered appropriate for a custodian
• Works in cooperation with fellow custodians and with other school district employees, under the immediate direction of the Head Custodian and the Principal, to complete his/her job goal and daily responsibilities
• Is friendly and helpful to all visitors on daily basis
• As needed, will report to work, if available, in emergency and unusual circumstances
• On an equitable basis, will volunteer for building coverage related to special events outside of the normal working day, shift, etc.; and
• Perform other duties as required

General Expectations

• Works independently with general guidance from Head Custodian
• Maintains cooperative relationships with students and adults
• Manages time to accomplish multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Has a high school diploma or equivalent
• Has valid Massachusetts driver's license
• Has experience in custodial work preferred, but not required
• Has knowledge of and experience using custodial cleaning supplies and equipment preferred, but not required
• Has basic knowledge and experience regarding the repair of custodial cleaning equipment preferred, but not required
• Has knowledge related to electrical, plumbing, heating/HVAC, mechanical, and fire alarm systems preferred, but not required
• Has ability to work both indoors and outdoors, in various weather conditions and climates, to perform custodial duties and responsibilities such as several hours per day standing, walking, sitting, lifting (i.e., frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally over 50 lbs.), bending, reaching, and twisting
• Has ability to work well with others to perform custodial duties and responsibilities
• Has ability to comprehend and follow both verbal and written directions related to custodial assignments and duties; and
• Other qualifications as deemed to be required by the school district

District CORI Check required before employment begins

Federal Fingerprint Check required before employment begins

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Good general health
• Alert, physically assertive and mobile at all times
• Lift, push, or pull 50 pounds as required
• Mobility to regularly walk, stand, stoop, reach, bend and occasionally run

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Twelve-month position. Benefits in accordance with support staff Work Policy; salary as established by the Superintendent.

Part time: M-F 2-6pm

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Hampshire Regional School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, 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

• Lauren Hotz , Principal
• 19 Stage Road
• Westhampton, Massachusetts 01027
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]