Summer Student Helpers - Public Buildings

Summer Student Helpers - Public Buildings (2026)

Watertown Public Schools, James Russell Lowell Elementary School, Watertown, Massachusetts

Job : 5742714

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position: Temporary Summer Student Helper

Position Type: Temporary

Department: Public Buildings

Rate: $16 per hour, no benefits

Typical weekly work schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, 32 hours per week

Duration: 9 weeks, Monday June 29th through Thursday August 27th, 2026

The duties of a Summer Student Helper are to assist with cleaning and maintenance of the school buildings. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Operations and/or Senior Custodian in each building.

• Cleaning various sections of the building, including corridors, offices, classrooms, toilet areas, auditoriums, gymnasiums, lunchrooms, and any function rooms.
• Moving furniture in preparation for stripping and waxing of floors for summer cleaning.
• Assisting with maintenance tasks, which may require working outdoors.
• Other duties as assigned.

• One year of custodial, grounds maintenance, or related work experience preferred.
• Ability to take direction and be responsible for carrying out tasks safely.
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively to a team environment.

Moderate to heavy physical effort is required. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods of time, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to operate equipment. Occasionally lifting objects up to 45 pounds. Ability to operate a motor vehicle if over age 18. A satisfactory pre‑employment physical and CORI check is required. Fingerprinting is required for all school employees.

Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability.

Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination or harassment, or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

$15 to $16 per hour

• Denise Moroney, Director of Public Buildings
• Parker School
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