Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance

Self Help Inc. is currently looking for a Head Start
Maintenance Worker to join our team.

Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building opportunities in their communities. We provide a range of services for families and households across southeastern Massachusetts.

The Head Start Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the safe, clean, and well‑maintained condition of Head Start facilities, grounds, and equipment. This position performs a variety of maintenance tasks to support a healthy and functional learning environment for preschool children and staff, adhering to Head Start Performance Standards, safety regulations, and agency policies.

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, including but not limited to:
  • Carpentry (minor repairs to doors, windows, walls, furniture)
  • Plumbing (unclogging drains, fixing minor leaks)
  • Electrical (replacing light bulbs, resetting breakers)
  • Painting (touch‑ups, small painting projects)
  • Flooring (minor repairs to tiles, carpets)
• Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of building interiors, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas. This may involve sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and trash removal.
• Maintain the exterior grounds, including but not limited to:
  • Lawn care (mowing, trimming, weeding as needed)
  • Snow removal and ice control on walkways and parking areas, ensuring safety for children and staff.
  • Inspecting and testing all snow‑removing equipment.
  • Preparing all snow‑removing equipment before snow falls or during storms.
  • Maintenance personnel are on call during the winter season.
  • Maintaining playground safety by inspecting equipment and performing minor repairs.
  • General tidiness of outdoor areas, including trash and debris removal.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on program equipment, such as furniture, appliances, and playground structures.
• Ensure equipment is safe and in working order.
• Report any major equipment malfunctions or repair needs to the supervisor.
• Assist with the set‑up and breakdown of equipment for events and activities.
• Adhere to all safety regulations, Head Start Performance Standards related to facility maintenance, and agency policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with Center Directors, staff, and supervisors regarding maintenance needs and completed work.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests.

• Must pass a criminal background check and other required clearances.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation (may be required for travel between sites).
• Must maintain EEC required certification for cleaning of bodily fluids.
• Must maintain Bobcat skid‑steer operator training certificate.
• OSHA certification.

Self Help Inc will provide on‑the‑job training for certifications.

Monday‑Friday, 9 AM‑5 PM.

$24‑$26 per hour.

• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in a childcare or educational setting is a plus.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1‑3 years of proven experience in general maintenance and repair work (e.g., building maintenance, handyman experience).
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and painting.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• LTD
• FSA
• 403B
• Vacation Time
• Optional Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Direct Deposit

Self Help, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Its contents imply no contractual obligation and may be changed by the agency at any time.