Maintenance Worker

Preston High School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Evening shifts

25 hours per week

Supportive school community

Job summary

Preston High School in the Bronx is seeking a dependable part-time maintenance team member to keep classrooms, hallways, offices, stairwells, restrooms, and the cafeteria clean and sanitary for students and staff during evening hours.

This 25-hour-per-week role offers an evening schedule with shifts from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM in July–August and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM from September through June, with some weekend events. The job requires lifting up to 50 lbs and timely, independent work.

Qualifications

• Able to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physical work
• Flexible and willing to adjust hours or cover shifts
• Reliable and punctual with independent work ethic

Responsibilities

• Keep classrooms, hallways, offices, stairwells, restrooms, and the cafeteria clean, sanitized, and well-stocked
• Perform maintenance tasks, including changing lightbulbs, painting, and minor repairs
• Set up and break down rooms and spaces for school events (may require schedule changes and heavy lifting)
• Clear snow from walkways and handle other seasonal upkeep
• Securely lock all doors, windows, and gates at the end of each shift

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Independent work

Evening hours

Physical fitness

Job description

Part-Time Maintenance Staff - Evenings

Preston High School · Bronx, NY · $18–$20 / hour to start

Immediate hire · 25 hours per week · Evening shifts

Preston High School is hiring a dependable part-time maintenance team member to help keep our campus clean, safe, and welcoming for our students and staff. This is a steady evening role - a strong fit whether you're looking for reliable part-time work or a second job that won't interfere with your daytime commitments.

What We Offer

• $18–$20 per hour to start
• A regular evening schedule, 25 hours per week (hours may shift for school events or to cover a teammate)
• A supportive, mission-driven school community
• Immediate start - we're hiring now

Schedule

• July–August: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• September–June: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Setting up and breaking down for school events may require changes to your scheduled hours, including occasional weekends.
• Staff are expected to cover one another's shifts during illness or emergencies.

What You'll Do

• Keep classrooms, hallways, offices, stairwells, restrooms, and the cafeteria clean, sanitized, and well-stocked
• Perform maintenance tasks, including changing lightbulbs, painting, and minor repairs
• Set up and break down rooms and spaces for school events (this can require schedule changes and heavy lifting)
• Clear snow from walkways and handle other seasonal upkeep
• Securely lock all doors, windows, and gates at the end of each shift

What We're Looking For

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working independently during evening hours
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physical work - bending, standing, climbing ladders, and lifting throughout the shift
• Pride in a job well done and a positive, team-first attitude
• Flexible and willing to adjust hours or cover shifts when school events or staffing require it

Requirements

All Preston employees who work on campus must:

• Successfully complete a criminal background check
• Complete VIRTUS / Safe Environment training, as required by the Archdiocese of New York for anyone working in a school setting
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States

Why Preston

Founded by the Sisters of the Divine Compassion, Preston is a close-knit Catholic school where every team member plays a part in our students' success. Our motto - Virtus Mille Scuta, "Virtue is a Thousand Shields" - reflects the care and integrity we bring to everything we do, including the spaces our students learn in every day.