Custodian (NY HELPS)

LOCATION: Central Administration – 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

BASIC FUNCTION:

The work of employees in this class is distinguished by responsibility for the efficient and economical cleaning and maintenance of a small school building or for a larger building on an assigned shift. Work is performed under general supervision with some leeway for use of independent judgment in keeping the building up to approved standards of cleanliness and operation. Supervision may be exercised over the work of a small number of cleaning or custodial personnel. Does related work as required

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and participates in all building cleaning activities.

• Assigns tasks to subordinates, gives instructions in the use of building cleaning supplies, materials and equipment, and checks to see that assignments are carried out.

• Operates or checks the operation of oil, gas or coal-fired heating system.

• May perform a variety of semi-skilled carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other building maintenance tasks.

• May supervise and participate in a variety of grounds keeping activities.

• Checks to ensure that buildings are heated, cleaned, locked, and in readiness for all activities.

• Consults with superior regarding unusual maintenance problems and make recommendations concerning the purchase of supplies, materials and equipment.

• Keeps simple activity records.

• Good knowledge of building cleaning practices supplies and equipment, and ability to use them efficiently and economically.

• Ability to make minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry and mechanical repairs and to perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks.

• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.

• Ability to lead and supervise the work of others.

• Willingness to perform custodial and other manual tasks.

• Thoroughness.

• Dependability.

• Good physical condition.

Job Qualifications

A. One year of building cleaning or maintenance experience.

The selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001.

Candidates will not have to take an exam for this title . This is a NY HELPS (Hiring Emergency Limited Placement Statewide) Program designated title. NY HELPS is a temporary program designed to help local government employers address current staffing issues. Traditionally, the titles filled under the NY HELPS Program required job candidates to compete in a competitive exam to be considered for employment. For the duration of the program, this title will be classified as non-competitive and categorized as a HELPS Program position. At the close of the program, this position will revert to competitive class status. Employees occupying positions filled through the HELPS Program will be granted competitive class status without the need to participate in a competitive exam.

Civil Service Title: Custodian

Job Number: 2027-54