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Maintenance Custodian - 2nd shift

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School
Northampton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026 CLOSED ON 9/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Custodian - 2nd shift position at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School?

Overview of the Position: Skilled manual work relating to the care and maintenance of a school building orbuildings, surrounding grounds, and related equipment; all other related work as required. Works under thegeneral supervision of the Facilities Director and/or Head Custodian to perform building maintenance, repairs, andcustodial functions, following acceptable standards of quality and performance, requiring a moderate measure ofresponsibility and judgment in determining method of completion.Work is generally performed indoors, with occasional exposure to rain, snow and other weather conditions whenmaintaining exterior of buildings and grounds; regular exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, chemicals, and the noiseassociated with cleaning and maintenance equipment; may be assigned evening and/or weekend hours.Makes frequent contacts with students, teachers and staff.Primary Functions: Performs minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical duties as directed Makes repairs to furniture, buildings, and equipment Operates and makes minor repairs to heating and cooling systems including thermostat and safety controls Moves and sets up furniture and equipment Collects and disposes of refuse Performs ground maintenance including caring for lawns, shrubs, plants, and trees: weeds and waters lawns, flowers, andplants; prunes trees and shrubs; cuts grass, trims hedges, shrubs, and bushes; rakes and packs leaves; removes snow inwinter Lays out and prepares athletic fields for use: rakes, fills in holes, lines out baselines, etc; maintains grounds and fields,picking up litter, and maintains neatness of streets and sidewalks surrounding school buildings. Performs a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks; sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, washing floors, cleaning restrooms,polishing and waxing furniture and floors, and cleaning common areas May open building(s): unlock doors, turn lights on, checks heating and cooling systems, etc. May close building(s): lock doors, turn lights off, secures building(s)Education/Formal Training Required: High School diploma preferred; two (2) years of experience in buildingmaintenance work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Certification/License Required: MA Class D Drivers License required; MA Commercial Drivers LicensepreferredHiring is contingent upon successful CORI and SAFIS clearance.Knowledge and Skills Required: General knowledge of building maintenance and methods.

General knowledgeof the principles and practices of carpentry, painting, plumbing, and wiring. Ability to read and follow instructionson the labels of chemical and cleaning supplies. Ability to use hand tools for repairs and maintenance. Basic skillsin performing preventive maintenance on buildings and equipment.

Ability to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to complete tasks in a timely fashion.Equipment Used: Hand tools, vacuum cleaners, buffers, snow blowers, electric drills, and other custodialequipment; operates an automobile or light truck, as well as some heavy equipment; may be required to wearprotective clothing and mask.Physical Demands (if applicable): Constant moderate to strenuous physical effort with frequent exertion,crouching, bending, and climbing is required. Position requires extensive walking, reaching, standing, stooping andclimbing hen performing functions. Frequently required to move (push, pull or lift) objects weighing up to 60pounds or more. Must be able to access all levels and areas to be cleaned and maintained.Schedule: 2nd Shift, 2:30pm - 10:30pm

Salary : $18 - $25

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