Custodian/Maintenance Worker

Ability to perform physical weight bearing demands as related to the required job tasks. Category Maintenance Description Join Our Team: Maintenance Worker Needed! Full-Time | Cobleskill, New York | $16.92-$17.34/hour + $500 Signing Bonus Bring your practical skills to a role where your work truly matters. As part of our Facilities team, you’ll help create a safe, clean, and welcoming preschool environment where children, families, and staff can thrive. We’d love to hear from you if you’re dependable, enjoy solving problems, work well independently, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly. How You’ll Make a Difference Help keep our buildings, classrooms, and playgrounds in excellent condition through general repairs, routine cleaning and preventive maintenance. Partner with specialized contractors on inspections and facility projects. Care for outdoor areas and keep playgrounds and walkways clear of debris; ensure walkways are free from snow and ice during operating hours. Help protect everyone on site by keeping emergency exits and safety latches secure, accessible, and in good working order. Keep cleaning and restroom supplies well stocked and ready for use. Support agency vehicle needs by assisting with fueling and coordinating repairs. Keep our locations connected by transporting food, classroom supplies, mail, laundry, and other deliveries between the Cobleskill center and other agency locations. A Schedule with Flexibility This is a full-time, year-round position with a flexible schedule of 30–35 hours per week, depending on workload and special projects. What You’ll Bring High school diploma or equivalent Three written letters of reference Ability to successfully complete the NYS OCFS comprehensive clearance process Current physical examination and Mantoux tuberculosis test Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and stand, bend, or kneel for extended periods Valid, unrestricted New York State driver’s license Great Benefits That Support You Paid Holidays Generous Paid Leave Health, Dental & Vision Coverage Retirement Plans Employee Assistance Programs Come Join Our Team We look forward to welcoming someone who shares our commitment to safe, dependable, and caring spaces. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 10/27/2026 About the Organization Schoharie County was one of the pilot locations for Project Head Start in 1965 as a kindergarten readiness program developed as part of Lyndon B. Johnson's 'War on Poverty'. More than 55 years later, SCCDC is a Head Start grantee, serving Schoharie County with services ranging from Early Head Start for Expecting Families through Universal Pre-Kindergarten. Despite the many years that have gone by, SCCDC is still focused on preparing children and their families for success in school and beyond. Head Start is federally funded through the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Family Services to provide services to low-income children and families with a focus on early learning, health, and family well-being. Programs partner with families, as the family is the first and best teacher of their children. Pre-Kindergarten programs are funded through local school districts through the New York State Department of Education. EOE Statement SCCDC, Inc. is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment laws. To that end, the Agency is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship or immigration status, religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), consumer credit history, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. The Agency is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy with respect to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. The Agency will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner. The Agency will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. The Agency prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schoharie County Child Development Council