What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian, Second Shift position at Town of Needham?
The Town of Needham is seeking individuals to fill the position of Custodian. Under the general guidance of the Senior Custodian, the Custodian will perform a variety of custodial duties in support of the maintenance of assigned municipal or school buildings, and adjacent grounds.
This position is ideal for those looking to grow their career through on-the-job training opportunities while being provided great benefits such as employer-paid training opportunities, overtime opportunities, tuition assistance and professional development, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options, and more.
Schedule: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Work Location: Needham School Buildings
CON #27044
- Maintain and sanitize assigned areas using designated cleaning products, hand tools, and electrically operated buffers, strippers, waxers, vacuum cleaners, and shampooers.
- Perform duties such as sweeping, washing, waxing, and polishing building floors and stairways; cleaning and dusting furniture; polishing conference tables and countertops; emptying waste and recycling containers and cleaning restrooms.
- Maintain landscaping and snow removal at entrances, stairs, ramps, lawns and sidewalks adjacent to the building.
- Inspect assigned area and identify maintenance needs and/or safety hazards by correcting hazards when appropriate or submitting work order when additional support is necessary.
- Maintain proper inventory and stock of all cleaning supplies including but not limited to paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, and cleaning chemicals.
- Provide routine security of facility including monitoring hallways, ensuring that windows and doors are locked, and setting alarms when leaving the facility.
- Mandatory participation in the Town’s Snow and Ice removal program.
- Completion of four (4) years of high school or equivalent.
- Minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience.
Pre-Hire Process:
- Applicants are subject to a CORI check and drug and alcohol screening as conditions of employment.
- Applicants working in a Needham Public School Building are subject to a separate CORI check and fingerprints for the national criminal background check as a condition of employment.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply."
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 AM on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
For general employment inquiries, please contact us at personnel@needhamma.gov.
The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at tswanson@needhamma.gov.
Salary : $26 - $31