25 March, 2021
The Town of Hopkinton seeks a Custodian for its Facilities Department.
The Town of Hopkinton is committed to equal opportunity, encourages diversity and inclusion and believes that a
positive culture of inclusion in Town governance contributes to the Town’s overall qualities as a great place to live and
work. We welcome all to apply.
Are you driven and dependable?
Do you take great pride in your work/trade?
Do you truly enjoy working with a lot of people?
Hiring Salary: $19.03 - $22.84 hourly, depending on qualifications
Competitive Leave and Benefits package
Great County Retirement Pension System
Hours generally: M - F, 7:30 am - 4 pm, Overtime Required.
Responds to emergency calls during and after normal business hours.
Must be available for nights, weekends and holidays.
Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Custodian will perform routine building and grounds
maintenance and general custodian activities for town buildings and perform minor semi-skilled building repairs. The
individual is an Emergency Contact and First Responder to building security alarms and for building fire alarms in the
absence of another Facilities Team Member.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience
● Equivalent to High School diploma and two years’ experience performing building custodial and maintenance in
a business setting or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
● Knowledge of: Equipment, materials and procedures used in building custodial services and building and
grounds maintenance. Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems and understand how
they work.
● Ability to: Prioritize and complete multiple tasks at one time with frequent interruptions, identify needs for
repairs; operate and service light power equipment; follow written or verbal instructions.
● Skill: Organizational, interpersonal/collaborative communication, resourcefulness and discretion; computer
skills that encompass effective use of word processing, email, and internet browser. Skill in the use of custodial
and maintenance power and hand tools.
● Required Licensing/Certification: A valid U.S. Driver’s License and good driving record.
Please see attached position description.
Internal and External Applicants: To be considered for this position, please submit the required Application for
Employment, found at www.hopkintonma.gov, to hr@hopkintonma.gov no later than 4:00 pm, Thursday, April 15,
2021. Individuals who may need an accommodation in order to participate in the process should contact HR.
Applications will also be accepted via drop off or mailed to: Town Hall, Human Resources Department, 18 Main Street,
Hopkinton, MA 01748. There is a drop box in the front of Hopkinton Town Hall.
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