Custodial Staff
Temple Israel Boston
Boston, MA, USA
USD 21-21 / hour
Posted on Apr 30, 2026
Job descriptionStarting at $21 per hour This is a full time, non-exempt position, reporting to the Director of Facilities. Overall the position is responsible for the cleanliness of the building and grounds areas, including cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining a museum-level quality of polish. The custodial staff member will also monitor on a daily basis the mechanical systems, thermostat systems, and safety and security systems of the building. Additionally, this position works as part of the facilities team in completing event and service setups. Role duties include but are not limited to: Cleaning: 75%- Following the “Custodial Opening and Closing Procedures Checklist,” at the start or end of your shift, the custodial staff is responsible for ensuring the building is clean, hygienic, and welcoming; note issues with the building and equipment malfunctions to the Facilities Leader and Director of Facilities.- Maintain cleanliness in common areas, entryways, hallways, offices, conference rooms, stairwells, gathering spaces, bathrooms, kitchen, building exterior, sacred spaces, and garden/courtyard.- Empty trash, recycling, and compost receptacles.- Clean and disinfect restrooms; clean and polish furniture; clean white boards; mop and vacuum floors; dust and spot clean walls and doors; clean and disinfect drinking fountains; clean windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces including doors/door windows.- Clean FJECC (Pre-school) and religious school classrooms with special attention to chemical use in spaces with small children.- Special cleaning attention to clergy offices, sacred spaces, and lobby area.- Regular cleaning and disinfection of the professional kitchen.- In the event of building damage, clean up water/debris with wet pick-up vacuums and assist in moving equipment.- Responds to crisis situations following the Security Plan and takes on the role delegated to facilities as part of the Crisis Management Team. Event Set-ups and Maintenance: 25% (dependant on facilities team need)- Provide event support, cleaning spaces before and after; assist with setting up and breaking down folding tables and chairs for events; coordinate with facilities staff and Facilities Leader; provide Director of Facilities with a report after each event where damage or loss has occurred; complete work assigned on the Shift Assignment Form; other duties as assigned by Director of Facilities. Required:- Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs.; effective communication skills; able to read and understand written directions, safety signage, and other documents; use email and IT equipment; work independently and as part of a team. Preferred:- High school diploma or GED and two years’ relevant experience. (Note: non-English-speaking candidates are welcome with the understanding of translating messages with Google Translate.) Working conditions:- Remaining stationary for extended periods; traversing the Temple’s 110,000 sq ft; ascending and descending stairs; utilizing scissor lift, ladders, and other tools needed in cleaning procedures; and wearing personal protective equipment as required by specific assignment.