Job Description
Job Description
The Town of Falmouth seeks a motivated and reliable individual to join the Facilities Maintenance Division of our Department of Public Works as a full-time Custodian. This position plays an important role in keeping Town buildings clean, safe, well-maintained, and accessible to employees and members of the public.
The position works 40 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a half-hour unpaid dinner break. Overtime opportunities are available as needed for coverage or emergency response.
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and the Facilities Working Foreman, the Custodian performs custodial and general maintenance work in Town buildings. Key responsibilities include:
· Cleaning and maintaining offices, restrooms, locker rooms, holding cells, furniture, floors, carpets, and other interior surfaces;
· Collecting refuse and recycling and maintaining building entrances, walkways, stairs, and exterior grounds, including snow and ice removal;
· Performing minor building, furniture, and equipment repairs; basic carpentry; painting and sanding; and replacement of lights;
· Operating custodial equipment, boilers, and heating and cooling systems and monitoring facilities for maintenance or safety concerns;
· Moving and setting up furniture, loading and unloading deliveries, transporting materials, and operating Town vehicles; and
· Opening and closing buildings, providing building security, responding to alarms, and assisting at other Town facilities as assigned.
This position requires the ability to work independently and cooperatively, manage multiple tasks efficiently, and respond to facility needs promptly and professionally. The work may involve frequent contact with Town employees and members of the public.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in custodial and maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Candidates must have knowledge of custodial methods, materials, and equipment and working knowledge of basic carpentry. Experience operating buffers, scrubbers, snow blowers, hand tools, and power tools is required. The successful candidate must also be able to perform basic equipment repairs.
The work requires moderate physical effort, including frequent lifting and moving of furniture and equipment, shoveling snow, chipping ice, reaching overhead, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting up to 80 pounds, and pushing and pulling cleaning equipment. The position includes occasional outdoor work in adverse weather conditions and exposure to heat, cold, and odors.
A valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license is required. The successful candidate must pass a Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background check and obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) unescorted-access clearance following fingerprinting.
Expected Starting Hourly Rate: Step 1 ($26.32/hour) to Step 3 ($28.46/hour), commensurate with qualifications and experience, with eligibility for annual advancement up to Step 7.
The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 13 paid holidays per year; vacation, sick, and personal leave; professional development opportunities; a Town contribution of up to 75% of the cost of health insurance; cost-effective dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans; enrollment in the Town’s defined-benefit pension plan; and voluntary pre-tax and Roth 457(b) plans.
Preference Date to Apply: Monday, October 5, 2026 by 4:30 p.m. The position will remain open until filled, but candidates who apply by the preference date and time will receive priority consideration. Candidates are encouraged to upload a resume with their application.
About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: The Town of Falmouth is a people-centered municipality committed to public service excellence. We strive to foster an inclusive and supportive work culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and accountability, and we invest in our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The Town offers competitive compensation, and benefit-eligible positions offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance and other valuable benefits, and include participation in the Town's pension plan. All applicants must be able to interact and work effectively and respectfully with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.
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Located on the southwest tip of Cape Cod, Falmouth is a vibrant coastal community comprised of eight villages and seven historic districts. With a year-round population of approximately 32,500 that nearly triples during the summer season, Falmouth offers a unique blend of scenic beauty, historic charm, civic engagement, and organizational excellence. The Town strives to be a premier Cape community that provides a responsive, accessible, and inclusive environment for all.
Company Description
Located on the southwest tip of Cape Cod, Falmouth is a vibrant coastal community comprised of eight villages and seven historic districts. With a year-round population of approximately 32,500 that nearly triples during the summer season, Falmouth offers a unique blend of scenic beauty, historic charm, civic engagement, and organizational excellence. The Town strives to be a premier Cape community that provides a responsive, accessible, and inclusive environment for all.