Maintainer 1st Shift

Overview

Maintainer I 1st Shift — Category:
Maintenance/Trades;
Department:
Facilities;

Location:

Worcester, MA. Posted:
Closes: 3/15/2026. Type:
Position .

General Statement

Performs general janitorial and custodial work in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of a building, or an assigned area within a building, or a group of buildings; performs related work as required. Incumbents will be designated as Essential Personnel and will perform snow removal activities, and report during weather emergency situations.

Supervision

Supervision Received: Incumbents of positions at this level receive supervision from employees of a higher grade, who provide instruction, assign work and review performance through verbal reports and visual inspection for compliance with instructions and established standards.

Supervision Exercised: Supervises part time and work study students as assigned.

• Cleans campus property such as offices, classrooms, corridors, walls, floors, windows, furniture, woodwork, toilets, lavatories or fixtures by washing, waxing, buffing, sweeping, polishing, dusting or vacuum cleaning; empties and cleans waste barrels, garbage cans and other waste receptacles. Cleans, waxes, polishes and other floor maintenance required to protect finish. Washes windows, woodwork, restroom areas and other interior and exterior surfaces. Empties and cleans waste containers and other trash receptacles to maintain cleanliness.
• Loads and unloads trucks, moves furniture, operates dollies and two-wheel hand trucks or other equipment used in furniture moving. Operates all types of cleaning equipment required to clean floors and carpets.
• Sets up rooms for meeting functions, banquets, training sessions, etc. Locks and unlocks rooms of building as directed or assigned. Makes general security checks of buildings and grounds during cleaning tour, checking for open windows, unlocked doors, etc.
• Replaces light bulbs, lamps, and clean light fixtures as needed or required. Includes visual check of building for maintenance or repair work, and notify immediate supervisor of area for work required.
• Keeps area adjacent to buildings clean of trash, keeping steps and walks clear of sand, paper, etc. Empties trash containers immediately adjacent to building. Sweep sidewalks, rake and collect leaves; groundskeeping duties as assigned. Collects and hauls debris or rubbish, shovels snow, sands roadways or walkways, and performs other manual tasks involved with snow removal, control and disposal.
• Actively supports the teaching and learning process; practices honesty and integrity; fosters a student-centered environment while promoting academic innovation and excellence. Works with other areas of the college to ensure collaboration, civility, and teamwork. Respects diverse perspectives and supports inclusive environments.
• Providing flexible, responsive, and high-quality service to all—students, community, or staff—and continuously assessing processes and procedures and revising accordingly.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicles Operator's License.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and apply relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships; ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Physical ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods; lift and carry heavy objects; climb and work on ladders and scaffolds; operate tree trimming equipment; operate a motor vehicle; physical stamina and endurance; manual dexterity; mechanical aptitude.

• Floor maintenance experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment and methods commonly used in housekeeping cleaning operations.
• Ability to operate and care for electric sweepers, mop wringers, brushes and other cleaning equipment.
• Ability to make general repairs of a simple nature. Physical ability to withstand the strain of manual tasks.
• Some experience in general janitor duties; working knowledge of basic maintenance work; knowledge of cleaning supplies and their effect on various finishes.
• Ability to work alone without supervision and to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships while dealing tactfully with others.
• Ability to work in high areas such as ladders, scaffolds, or on a roof.

Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the…