Summer Grounds & Maintenance Assistant

Salem Public Schools - Building Services; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Public Schools is seeking a Building and Grounds Department Summer Employee for Salem, MA, Summer 2026. The position runs Mon-Fri, 6am-2pm, July 1 to August 31, 2026. It offers hands-on maintenance and custodial experience in a diverse urban school setting.

Starting date is July 1, 2026. The pay is $15.00 per hour, with opportunities to learn from professional staff and contribute to safe, clean school facilities.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and contribute to the team.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Good communication skills.
• Highly responsible.
• Self-motivated.
• Able to take directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Maintenance Tasks: Work alongside skilled professionals in performing general maintenance and repair tasks within school buildings and on school grounds, including but not limited to painting, minor plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Custodial Support: Aid the custodial team in maintaining cleanliness throughout the school, which may involve cleaning, organizing, moving furniture, and assisting with waste disposal.
• Grounds Maintenance: Contribute to the upkeep of school grounds by participating in landscaping, mowing, weeding, and general outdoor maintenance activities.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Learning and Development: Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, ask questions, and actively participate in various aspects of building and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliable and punctual

Good communication skills

Highly responsible

Self-motivated

Able to take directions

Job description

Salem Public Schools is seeking a Building and Grounds Department Summer Employee for Salem, MA, Summer 2026. The position runs Mon-Fri, 6am-2pm, July 1 to August 31, 2026. It offers hands-on maintenance and custodial experience in a diverse urban school setting.

Starting date is July 1, 2026. The pay is $15.00 per hour, with opportunities to learn from professional staff and contribute to safe, clean school facilities.