About MassDOT

An agency on the move, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. Powered by a growing data-analytics discipline – and working in conjunction with municipalities, public agencies and the private sector – we’re finding new ways to improve the Bay State’s transportation infrastructure.

MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth.

MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Aeronautics, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Rail & Transit, and Planning & Enterprise Services. There are approximately 3,600 employees across the organization.

Position Summary

• Incumbents of positions in this series keep buildings in clean and orderly condition; maintain the appearance and cleanliness of floors; wash interior surfaces of buildings such as walls, ceilings, windows, etc.; maintain grounds around buildings; empty waste receptacles; move furniture; and perform related work as required.
• The basic purpose of this work is to provide cleaning/maintenance services to ensure that assigned premises are properly cleaned and maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities

• General cleaning of the interior of the Central Mass Transportation Center (CMTC) including floors, carpet, rugs, windows and walls; vacuum, sweep and mop floors
• Disinfect and clean commonly used items like desks, door handles, office tools and phones
• Clean and stock all restrooms within the building; toilets, sinks, floors, etc.
• Empty all trash and recycling bins throughout the building
• Clean spills, leaks, and other sanitary issues
• Stock and maintain supply rooms
• Notify supervisors of unsafe conditions while performing duties or inspecting the premises
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, polishers, scrubbers, and other equipment
• Dust furniture and fixtures
• Move furniture (tables, chairs, desks, etc.) when needed for CMTC events, trainings, and meetings
• Maintain outdoor grounds by picking up trash, emptying outdoor garbage cans, etc.
• Support in the cleaning of other D3 facilities when needed
• Ensure facility is secure when warranted; may have to open and/or close the building before and/or after hours
• Complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Be available for certain overtime situations, such as after hour events at the premises
• Maintain schedules for cleaning areas of the building
• Maintain records/logs on assigned unit activities
• Confer with agency staff concerning work activities to resolve problems and exchange information

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Applicants must have at least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in building custodial or institution housekeeping work.

Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email Tricia.Weston@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Heather Ulesoo 857-851-9447.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.