Custodial Assistant - School #50 -12 Months 40 Hours
About The Position
The Custodial Assistant is responsible for cleaning and performing minor maintenance and repair tasks to maintain building interiors and exteriors. The role uses established routines and procedures for cleaning and requires basic trade skills for maintenance and repairs. It is distinguished from the Cleaner position by responsibility for maintenance and repairs and by operating floor-cleaning equipment, including rider and walk-behind autoscrubbing machines and polishing equipment, as well as small lawnmowers. The position may provide limited supervision to Cleaners and check that assigned work is completed properly. Related work may also be required.
Requirements
- One year of paid full-time experience in building cleaning work, or its part-time equivalent.
- If appointed, have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
- Working knowledge of building-cleaning procedures, materials, and equipment; cleansing agents and their proper application; and the operation and safe use of cleaning and mowing equipment.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions, including instructions printed on cleansing agents and mechanical equipment.
- Ability to read and write simple sentences and communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lawnmowers, make minor maintenance repairs, and perform repetitive basic cleaning tasks.
- Ability to pay attention to safety when using cleansing agents and electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Good judgment and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Responsibilities
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors and carpets; wash and dust office and school furniture and bathroom fixtures; and replenish dispensers with disposable paper products.
- Perform simple service and repair work on furniture and electrical and mechanical equipment, such as tightening nuts and bolts, unplugging defective electrical cords, replacing light bulbs, and replacing washers.
- Collect and dispose of trash.
- Assist with moving, distributing, and transporting furniture, supplies, and equipment.
- Turn off lights and secure and lock windows and doors.
- Sweep outside steps, rake and pick up leaves and debris, shovel snow, and salt steps and walkways.
- Push or ride a lawnmower to trim grounds.
- Write work orders for maintenance and repair jobs.
- Check that Cleaners have completed assignments properly.
- Assist with lawnmower maintenance, including routine greasing, wheel replacement, and starter cord replacement.
- When assigned to the Rochester City School District, switch alarm systems from manual to automatic before leaving the building for the night.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
