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Junior Custodian

Department:
Department of Public Works (DPW)
Duties:

Somerville is a city that upholds progressive principles for both employees and residents alike. If you are looking for a culture that embraces innovation, empowerment, and collaborative involvement, Somerville not only embraces these talents, but encourages them. Creative, hands on collaboration with passionate dedication are at the core of the City’s workplace culture. Challenging and fast paced, Somerville also offers a generous benefits package that embodies a strong work life balance. Not only is it a “Model City”, as termed by The Boston Globe, but it is also a model employer.

The City of Somerville seeks a Junior Custodian to perform custodial duties under the supervisor of buildings and Grounds, supervisor of school facilities and energy conservation management and under the direct supervision of an employee of higher grade. The custodian will perform custodial duties such as clean all reachable walls and HVAC diffusers and ceiling fans and all reachable window glass inside and outside schools, doors, etc. Complete cleaning of all walls and fixtures; clean all stairwells; shampoo all carpets; sweep, wash and strip, wax and buff all floors; dust change light bulbs; police grounds, sweep walks; cut lawns; remove snow and ice; care for custodial equipment; empty waste baskets; remove trash; order custodial supplies; make minor repairs to buildings, equipment, heating, lighting, air conditioning, ventilation and plumbing systems. Perform other similar duties as assigned.
 

Requirements:
  • Must have physical ability to do the work.
  • Must Possess a valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License
Application Procedure:

Send your resume and cover letter by September 27, 2017 to:

City Hall Personnel Office
93 Highland Avenue
Somerville MA 02143
Fax: 617-666-4426
TTY: 1-866-808-4851
Email: employment_opportunities@somervillema.gov

City of Somerville residents are especially encouraged to apply.

The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request.

Hours:
Full Time
Salary:
$816.25 paid weekly, plus 10%, plus benefits

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