Job Description
The town of Falmouth seeks a motivated and reliable individual to join the Facilities Maintenance Division of our department of Public Works as a full-time Custodian. This position plays an important role in keeping town buildings clean, safe, well-maintained, and accessible to employees and members of the public.
The position works 40 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Overtime opportunities are available as needed for coverage or emergency response.
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and the Facilities Working Foreman, the Custodian performs custodial and general maintenance work in town buildings. Key responsibilities include:
- Cleaning and maintaining offices, restrooms, locker rooms, holding cells, furniture, floors, carpets, and other interior surfaces;
- Collecting refuse and recycling and maintaining building entrances, walkways, stairs, and exterior grounds, including snow and ice removal;
- Performing minor building, furniture, and equipment repairs; basic carpentry; painting and sanding; and replacement of lights;
- Operating custodial equipment, boilers, and heating and cooling systems and monitoring facilities for maintenance or safety concerns;
- Moving and setting up furniture, loading and unloading deliveries, transporting materials, and operating Town vehicles;
- Opening and closing buildings, providing building security, responding to alarms, and assisting at other Town facilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in custodial and maintenance work.
A valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license is required. The successful candidate must pass a Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check and obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) unescorted-access clearance following fingerprinting.
Expected Starting Hourly Rate: Step 1 ($26.32/hour) to Step 3 ($28.46/hour), commensurate with qualifications and experience, with eligibility for annual advancement up to Step 7.
Preference Date to Apply: Monday, Oct. 5, by 4:30 p.m.
About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: The Town of Falmouth is a people-centered municipality committed to public service excellence. We strive to foster an inclusive and supportive work culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and accountability, and we invest in our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The town offers competitive compensation, and benefit-eligible positions offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance and other valuable benefits, including participation in the town’s pension plan. All applicants must be able to interact and work effectively and respectfully with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.