Maintenance Custodian

2Life Communities; Newton Highlands (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life, AD&D, Disability insurance

Paid vacation

Official holidays

Floating holidays (2)

Pet insurance

Job summary

2Life Communities in Newton, MA is seeking a Maintenance Custodian to keep buildings and grounds well‑maintained for residents. The role supports daily operations and enhances the resident experience with cleaning, basic maintenance, and setup duties on a Tue–Sat schedule.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in general labor, basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting, with the ability to lift 50 lbs. A MA driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of general labor or semi-skilled work in a multi‑family or commercial property.
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds safely.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively in English (written and spoken).
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Keep buildings clean and safe; mop, vacuum, wash, and maintain floors.
• Maintain exterior cleanliness of building and grounds.
• Perform snow removal and apply salt/sand as directed.
• Set up program and special function rooms as scheduled.
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks (garbage disposals, patching/painting walls, changing locks, replacing bulbs).
• Monitor and operate building equipment and containers.
• Assist with apartment inspections (HUD/MHFA) as scheduled.
• Assist with turnovers of vacant apartments per policy.
• Report unsafe practices to management.
• May accompany contractors as Maintenance Monitor.

Skills

General labor

Carpentry basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Painting basics

Lift 50 lbs

English fluency

MA driver license

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Maintenance Custodian

Regular Full Time Newton, MA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1468

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Annually

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: Tuesday - Saturday ( 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

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.

Beyond the Paycheck: Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We don’t just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30%+ in value on top of your base salary.

• Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.
• Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).
• Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.
• Family-Friendly: Inclusion for your "+1" and dependents, plus Pet Insurance for your furry family members.

The above statements intend to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to do this job. The above does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

We desire to build and cultivate an environment that brings together an exceptional workforce with unique experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.

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: Tuesday - Saturday ( 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

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.

Beyond the Paycheck: Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We don’t just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30%+ in value on top of your base salary.

• Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.
• Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).
• Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.
• Family-Friendly: Inclusion for your "+1" and dependents, plus Pet Insurance for your furry family members.

The above statements intend to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to do this job. The above does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

We desire to build and cultivate an environment that brings together an exceptional workforce with unique experiences, backgrounds, talents, and perspectives.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday ( 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)