Custodian (Temporary), Morrisville, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Madison County CCE is seeking a part-time temporary custodian to provide cleaning and maintenance services for the CCE Madison County Association buildings. The role involves regular cleaning tasks such as dusting, polishing, vacuuming, mopping, and sweeping floors, as well as emptying waste receptacles and managing recyclable materials. The custodian will also be responsible for maintaining restroom and kitchen facilities, washing walls, windows, and sills, and performing simple carpentry and painting to keep the building in good condition. Outdoor duties include sweeping/shoveling snow from stairs and walks, keeping entrances clean, and potentially lawn care. The position requires compliance with all OSHA/PESHA safety regulations. This is a part-time role, requiring 10-15 hours per week, with a pay rate of $17-$18 per hour.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent Education
Experience relevant to the role of the position
Valid NYS Driver’s License
Ability to clearly communicate and to read and write in English
Basic Computer Skills including use of e-mail and computer-based time collection
Physical ability to do heavy lifting (able to lift and carry 50 pounds), to shovel snow, carry supplies and equipment
Ability to climb and perform work from a ladder
Demonstrated ability to provide cleaning, maintenance, and repair work
Knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, and repair methods, materials, and techniques applicable to public buildings
Ability to work independently and to complete work within a reasonable time frame
Ability to identify and address safety concerns in the work place
Ability to work effectively with co-workers
Ability to communicate with supervisor and staff as pertains to the duties of the job
Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and assume responsibility with general guidelines and direction
Ability to plan and organize work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor
Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
Ability to meet acceptable background check standards
Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate

Nice To Haves

Experience in facilities and /or grounds maintenance including light maintenance tasks, i.e. changing light ballasts, minor plumbing, painting

Responsibilities

Provide custodian service for CCE Madison County Association buildings
Clean, dust, polish, vacuum, wet mop, sweep, and maintain floors on a regular basis
Empty/clean all waste receptacles, remove trash and recyclable materials
Use and maintain assigned equipment and hand tools while ensuring storage rooms are orderly and neat
Ensure restroom and kitchen facilities are clean, orderly, and supplied with sufficient paper products
Wash walls, windows, and sills on a regular basis
Paint rooms and simple carpentry to keep building in shape
Sweep/shovel snow from stair/walks to building; keep entrances clean from debris
Lawn care may be included
Comply with established health and safety regulations and guidelines including OSHA/PESHA regulations
Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies
Record use and storage of all chemicals and cleaners utilized in MSDS record book as required
Interact with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public in a courteous and respectful manner
Perform a substantial amount of routine, non-complex tasks to support the facilities administration of the Association
Perform landscape and road/sidewalk maintenance such as: mow grass as directed, maintain shrubbery and area around shrubs, weeding, fertilizing, rolling, etc.
Shovel and salt building entrances, parking lots, etc.
Operate small hand/motor equipment (push lawn mower, weed eater, shovel, etc.) and large motor equipment (tractor)
Clean and maintain all rooms/entrances/hallways/common areas of all buildings on a daily, weekly or monthly basis as directed
Empty waste baskets/trash
Clean washroom facilities and replacing lavatory supplies
Mopping/sweeping/waxing/vacuuming
Keep storage areas free of fire hazards and debris
Clean entrance rugs
Clean windows/doors
Dusting window sills, cabinets, other furniture, and shelves
Assist with maintaining security of buildings and grounds (opening, closing and locking doors, etc.)
Assist in the minor troubleshooting and scheduling of routine maintenance/inspections of tractor and equipment as directed
Replace bulbs and/or ballasts of interior/exterior lighting when necessary, keep light fixtures clean
Perform routine maintenance of building(s) mechanical equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, ice machine, refrigeration units, etc.
Maintain a log of activities and duties performed on vehicles/equipment and any other forms, paperwork, records, etc. as assigned
Assist with the storage and removal from storage of boats, cars, and recreational vehicles as directed
Set up and clean-up for events and meetings according to schedule and as directed, including emptying trash, cleaning restrooms and restocking supplies, sweeping/cleaning/mopping/vacuuming/waxing floors
Assist with off-site County fair set up and tear down; manage trash/debris removal