Junior Custodian​/FMA

Junior Custodian (40 hours/12 months), FMA

Cambridge Public Schools Plant Operations and Maintenance - Cambridge, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5897310

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position:
Junior Custodian (40 hours/12 months)

Fletcher Maynard Academy/Facilities Department

The Fletcher-Maynard Community:

Fletcher Maynard Academy is an inclusive, student-centered elementary school serving students from PreK to Grade 5 in the heart of Cambridge. Our school is committed to equity, innovation, and academic excellence. FMA fosters a positive, professional, and collaborative environment where students thrive through strong relationships, engaging instruction, and a whole-child approach. We are proud of our culturally diverse community and work in partnership with families to close opportunity gaps and support every child’s success.

The Opportunity:

The Junior Custodian reports to the Senior Building Custodian and is responsible for performing the following duties: cleaning and sanitary maintenance of the building; care and maintenance of the school grounds; and performing related work as required.

Examples of duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• 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, wash bowls, and building furnishings and equipment
• Using hand tools and large cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, carpet extractors, burnishers, and 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, removal of snow and ice, raking, mowing, and watering grass where designated, requiring the use of hand and power lawn mowers, rakes, snow blowers, and shovels
• Inspecting the school building(s) to determine the necessity for maintenance work and submitting work orders
• Checking deliveries of fuel
• Displaying the flag of the United States according to custom
• Eliminating fire hazards and preventing accidents

Your Skill Set:

• Cleaning Proficiency:
  Mastery of core cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing various surfaces.
• Equipment Knowledge:
  Skill in operating and maintaining cleaning tools and machinery, including floor buffers, vacuums, and power washers.
• Chemical Handling:
  Ability to safely handle, mix, and use a variety of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Attention to Detail:
  Meticulousness in cleaning to ensure thoroughness and high-quality results.
• Time Management:
  Ability to organize daily tasks, create efficient schedules, and manage unexpected situations.
• Safety Awareness:
  Thorough knowledge of occupational health and safety rules, including OSHA standards, to prevent accidents.
• Work Ethic: A strong commitment to quality, reliability, and a diligent approach to work.
• Independence:
  The ability to work with minimal supervision, showing self-motivation and responsibility.

Terms of Employment:

40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Must have the ability to occasionally work outside of the scheduled hours and on weekends.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Custodian

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: hr