Second Shift Custodian

Hamilton--wenham-Regional-School-Distric; Hamilton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District is seeking a Second Shift Custodian at Cutler Elementary School in Hamilton, MA. Hours are 1:00 PM to 9:15 PM, with duties including cleaning, restocking supplies, and event setup/breakdown to support the Facilities Department and school staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3-5 years of custodial experience preferred, and a valid MA Class D driver’s license. Salary ranges from $23 to $26 per hour, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial care of buildings and equipment.
• Knowledge of standard custodial machines (buffers, burnishers, scrubbing/stripping machines, vacuums).
• Understanding of housekeeping procedures and cleaning methods.
• Ability to operate maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Willingness to lift heavy objects (65 lbs min) and work on ladders/scaffolds.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the school facilities.
• Perform cleaning of restrooms and replenishment of supplies.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and wash floors and surfaces as directed.
• Set up and break down for events and activities.
• Respond to maintenance work requests and use the work order system.
• Assist with snow/ice removal and outdoor grounds maintenance.
• Ensure campus security and safety checks; report issues to Facilities.

Skills

Custodial care

Facilities maintenance

Safety procedures

Carpentry basics

Equipment operation

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Second Shift Custodian

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District Cutler Elementary School - Hamilton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5906091

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $23 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Job Description

The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District is searching for a second shift School Custodian. Hours are 1pm to 9:15 pm. Performs custodial work insuring the overall appearance, cleanliness, safety and security of the School Facility. Under the direction of the Facilities Department leadership & School Head Custodian the custodian is responsible for the efficient completion & cleanliness of assigned work. Makes occasional contact with contractors. Performs task to maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of School facility; assists with set-up and break-down of activities at the school and other various assignments to support the Facilities Department and the School staff.

• Maintains inventory control, stores custodial/maintenance materials for School
• Maintains the cleanliness and maintenance of assigned School as directed by the Facilities Director or their designees.
• Checks and cleans restrooms for cleanliness
• Replenishes restroom products as needed and wipes and washes down stalls and bathroom fixtures
• Sweeps hallways, classroom, cafeterias, offices, gymnasiums, and storage areas
• Washs walls, doors and doorways, windows and frames, glass cases, and other areas as directed
• Vacuums all rugs and shampoos rugs as directed
• dusts windowsills, bannisters, above cases, lights etc. throughout facilities
• Checks cleanliness of meeting rooms after events
• Removes trash and recycling
• Returns rooms to proper condition after cleaning
• Responds to maintenance work requests
• Utilizes work order system to document work completed
• Ensures compliance with School recycling, composting and waste
• Assists with the setup and break down for scheduled events
• Moves furniture, equipment and supplies as directed
• Performs minor carpentry, painting and repairs on equipment and buildings as requested
• Performs yearly summertime clean up and new school year building preparations
• Mopping, stripping and waxing of various flooring systems-
• Responds to emergency calls and after hours call backs
• Performs bi-annual uninvent filter and belt changes (once in the summer, once in the winter)
• Assembles furniture and equipment
• Performs school grounds and building health and safety checks
• Performs school grounds and building security checks-
• Performs all other related duties as assigned or requested
• Assist with and performs work related to snow and ice operations, including but not limited to shoveling sidewalks, stairs and walkways
• Maintenance and cleanup of school grounds including remove of leaves in door entryways

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of basic methods, practice and work standards relating to the custodial care of buildings, fixtures and equipment.
• Knowledgeable of the operation and maintenance of standard custodial machines and equipment, including but not limited to: buffers, burnishers, scrubbing and stripping machines, carpet extractors, vacuums, of all kinds, snow blowers etc.
• Knowledge of housekeeping procedures, methods of cleaning skills and about to instructor others on these skills.
• Working knowledge of fundamental maintenance procedures
• Ability to operate and manipulate various equipment under all-weather conductions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in assigned areas
• Minor carpentry skills
• Mathematical development sufficient to be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Must be organized and able to complete tasks with minimal instruction and reminders.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction.
• Ability to use and apply word processing, spreadsheets, email and other computer technology.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, 65 lbs. min; ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolds; ability to work in foul weather environments

Job Requirements

• Requirements
• Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of the tasks assigned.
• Such alternative to the above qualifications as Superintendent or designee may find appropriate and acceptable.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 Years’ experience as a custodian for a school district preferred.
• Exhibit ability, knowledge, technical skills and expertise to successfully perform required duties.
• Valid MA Class D driver’s license.
• Knowledge and skills in using a wide range of equipment and tools as needed to perform the job.
• Able to maintain relations with co-workers, other school departments and outside contractors.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Curtis Wightman , Director of Facilities
• 5 School Street
• Wenham, Massachusetts 01984
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District does not discriminate in its programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, age,religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

Welcome to Cutler Elementary School

The Cutler School is one of three elementary schools serving the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District. We service students from both the towns of Hamilton and Wenham. The Cutler School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students in K-5. The school contains 17 classrooms, a gymnasium for physical education, an all-purpose room for lunch & assemblies, music room, art room, technology center, and a library. There is a minimum of 3 acres which are divided into play areas of Primary and Intermediate level.