Maintenance Custodian

The Peterson School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

2Life Communities in Newton, MA seeks a Maintenance Custodian to keep building interiors and surrounding grounds clean, safe, and welcoming for residents and staff alike.

The role covers floor care, snow removal, basic maintenance tasks, and setup for programs and events, with a flexible schedule including weekends and possible overtime. Experience in a similar setting is preferred; candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and hold a valid Massachusetts driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year work experience in general labor or semi-skilled position in a multi-family or commercial property.
• Knowledge of basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, & painting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds safely.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• General upkeep and cleanliness of buildings: mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, waxing, and buffing floors.
• Monitors & maintains cleanliness of exterior building and grounds.
• Performs snow removal from walkways, steps, and parking lots; salt and sand areas as instructed.
• Performs program and special function room set-ups as scheduled.
• Performs basic maintenance under supervisor: install disposals, patch/paint walls, change locks, repair equipment, replace bulbs.
• Monitors and handles building compacting machines and containers as needed.
• Assists with routine HUD/MHFA apartment inspections with supervisor.
• Assists with turnovers in removing furniture/debris for turnover procedures.
• Reports unsafe practices to management to ensure safety and compliance.
• May serve as Maintenance Monitor with external contractors in tenant units.

Skills

Floor care

Carpentry basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Painting

English communication

Job description

Company: 2Life Communities Location: Newton, MA

Maintenance Custodian

Regular Full Time

Newton, MA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Background

2Life Communities has been at the heart of positive change in the affordable senior housing ecosystem since 1965. We develop, manage, and advocate for high-quality, affordable housing and services that support aging in community, helping older adults and their families enjoy stability, dignity, and peace of mind. Our mission is to ensure that every older adult has the opportunity to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Position summary

The Maintenance Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the building and surrounding grounds. This role ensures a well-kept, orderly environment that supports daily operations and enhances the resident experience.

Work Schedule

• Flexibility: Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends. Overtime and coverage for additional shifts may be required; schedules are subject to change.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the buildings. This includes but is not limited to mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, waxing, and buffing floors
• Monitors & maintains cleanliness of exterior building and grounds.
• Performs snow removal from walkways, steps, and parking lots as directed, salt and sand areas as instructed
• Responsible for performing all program and special function room set-ups as scheduled
• Performs basic maintenance functions under the guidance of the maintenance supervisor such as: installation of garbage disposals, patching and painting walls, changing locks, repair of maintenance equipment, monitoring and replacing light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries
• Monitors and handles all building compacting machines and containers as needed
• Assists and performs, as assigned, routine annual apartment inspections (HUD/MHFA) as scheduled, with supervisor
• Assists with turnovers in the removal of all furniture and debris, in accordance with all 2Life policies and regulations, from all vacant apartments as needed, in preparation for further apartment turnover procedures
• Reports all unsafe practices observed to management to help ensure 2Life work practices are safe and in compliance with company standards
• May serve as Maintenance Monitor, accompanying external contractors to tenant's units and observing their work there

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum 1-year work experience in a general labor or semi-skilled position in a multi-family or commercial property and be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Knowledge of basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, & painting
• Must be able to safely and frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Must have good interpersonal skills, be sensitive to and comfortable working with the elderly, and be able to communicate effectively in English, written and spoken
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license
• Basic computer skills preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, etc. Must have full use of arms, hands and finger dexterity to reach, lift, pull, push and feel.