Maintenance Associate Jobs in Worcester, MA (NOW HIRING)

Job Corps is the largest federal residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. We help eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, train them for meaningful careers, and assist them with obtaining employment and independence. By offering hands-on training in fields like manufacturing, health care, technology, and construction, we prepare students for lifelong careers in the industries that power America. Since 1964, Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals.

Our Shriver campus is located right off of Route 2 in Devens, MA and services between 200 and 300 students at any given time with rolling admissions weekly. As a residential program, we function like a mini college campus, complete with a gym, basketball courts, dormitories, full-service cafeteria, wellness clinic, classrooms, trade workshops, offices, and more.

If you’re driven to make a difference in the lives of young adults and help them reach their full potential, Shriver Job Corps is the place for you. We offer a dynamic work environment that will challenge you and help you grow; Shriver provides a rewarding work experience with plenty of opportunities for advancement.

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Assistant to join our facilities team. In this role, you will assist in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our buildings and equipment. You will work closely with our maintenance manager and senior technicians to perform routine upkeep, address daily repair requests, and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

• Perform basic repairs such as fixing leaky faucets, replacing light bulbs, patching drywall, and painting interior/exterior surfaces.
• Conduct routine inspections of building systems, machinery, and safety equipment to prevent major breakdowns.
• Assist with outdoor maintenance tasks, including lawn care, sweeping walkways, clearing trash, and removing snow and ice during winter months.
• Organize the tool and supply rooms, track inventory levels, and order replacement parts or supplies when needed.
• Assist senior technicians with heavy-duty repairs, move furniture, set up rooms for events, and ensure compliance with all safety protocols.
• Help oversee or guide contracted vendors/technicians when they are on-site for major repairs or servicing.
• Completes, tracks and documents work status and notifies supervisor of issues and concerns.
• Provides students with timely and efficient student transportation services as required.
• May supervise Job Corps’ Work-Based Learning and Leisure Time Student Workers assigned to the department.
• Maintains appropriate personal attendance, accountability and work productivity standards.
• Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
• Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.
• May be assigned to assist in other departments as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• This role typically involves working on-site, both indoors and outdoors, and may occasionally require working evenings, weekends, or being on call for facility emergencies. 

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in general maintenance, custodial work, or a related technical trade is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems. Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Must be capable of performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects, bending, climbing ladders, and standing for long periods.
• Previous experience working with youth preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid in-State Driver’s License and meet Company insurability requirements.

Important applicant information: While many states, including Massachusetts, have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use, it remains classified as an illegal controlled substance under federal law, specifically the Controlled Substances Act. We are a federal contractor and subject to DOL regulations which requires us to maintain a drug-free workplace and prohibit the use of federally illegal substances. This role is subject to pre- and post-employment drug screening.

About Adams and Associates 

The DOL contracts the administration of Shriver Job Corps to Adams and Associates, a 100% employee-owned company that is service-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formed in 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children's programs for local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Today, we are one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal Job Corps program! 

Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.