Temporary Summer Maintenance Staffer

Job Description

Position:
Temporary Summer Employee

Facilities Department

PSD Facilities Management department is looking to employ several temporary employees during the school summer break, June-August of 2026. During this time, selected candidates will work on a variety of projects painting, moving, cleaning, etc. To accomplish these tasks, successful candidates must be able to safely use hand and power tools, custodial cleaning equipment, vehicles, lifts, scaffolds, ladders and other equipment.

They may also be assigned to help electricians, plumbers, HVAC and custodial personnel to complete project requests and work orders.

Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing; making minor repairs and adjustments.
• Cleaning and care of floors (wood, concrete, vinyl tile), walls (plaster, wood, cinder block), windows, light fixtures, toilets, washbowls, furniture equipment such as vacuums, carpet extractors, burnishes, floor washing machines, etc.
• Replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles using ladders, lifts and scaffolds.
• Care and maintenance of school grounds including litter pickup and removal, sweeping of walks, raking, mowing, and watering grass where designated, requiring the use of hand and power lawn mowers.

Each successful candidate must pass the CORI background check before they are offered a position. Work hours will be 8 hours a day between hours of 6 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Specific hours and schedules will be communicated to employees in advance. It is anticipated the employment will start in June/July and end in late August of 2025.

The position of a temporary summer employee is not eligible for benefits, paid holidays or any time off. Employees are paid only for time worked. Temporary employees are expected to behave and dress appropriately. Employment may be terminated at any time due to lack of work assignments, employee performance or management decision.

Apply online d.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

We are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.