Custodian - NYS HELPS - Dodge Elementary

Williamsville Central School District•East Amherst, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for cleaning, caring for, and maintaining a school site, buildings, or an assigned section in a suburban school district. The role includes routine cleaning, groundskeeping, and recurring semi-skilled building repairs and maintenance. The custodian may supervise a small number of cleaners and laborers and may be required to serve as a watch attendant or set up equipment and seating for meetings and demonstrations. The position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with a starting salary of $44,000. Assignments and schedules may be changed by the district in accordance with the applicable CSEA agreement. The role is offered through the NYS HELPS program, which streamlines civil service appointment; candidates must still meet the job’s minimum qualifications.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or vocational school, or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and one year of experience in commercial cleaning or general building maintenance, including experience in at least one of these trades: carpentry, electrical, heating and air conditioning systems, or plumbing; OR five years of experience in commercial cleaning or general building maintenance, including experience in at least one of those trades; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience within the stated limits.
Possession of a valid New York State Class 5 driver’s license at the time of appointment.
Good knowledge of commercial cleaning practices and procedures.
Working knowledge of building maintenance and repair practices and procedures, including buildings, fixtures, and operating equipment.
Working knowledge of the properties of various cleaning substances.
Ability to make semi-skilled plumbing, heating, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs.
Ability to operate plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems according to established procedures.
Ability to use various cleaning equipment and products.
Working knowledge of grounds maintenance.
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods; set up and climb ladders or scaffolds; and perform the physical demands of the position.
Ability to supervise a small staff.
Ability to cut grass, trim shrubbery, rake leaves, and maintain grounds.
Thoroughness, dependability, and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience is prorated toward full-time experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform cleaning tasks, including mopping floors; washing walls, ceilings, and windows; dusting woodwork and furniture; stripping and finishing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets; and collecting and disposing of rubbish.
Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repairs, including repairing or replacing shelving, hardware, window glazing and coverings; clearing plumbing blockages; replacing faucet washers; repairing or adjusting flush valves; and replacing fuses, switches, outlets, ballasts, and light fixtures.
Maintain grounds by cutting grass, trimming shrubbery, raking leaves, removing snow, and maintaining power equipment used for grounds work.
Operate hot-water and low-pressure boilers, heating and ventilation systems, and perform routine maintenance on heating and hot-water equipment, including replacing filters, cleaning equipment and fireboxes, and adjusting or replacing thermostats and related controls.
Replenish lavatory, cleaning, and other supplies.
Supervise lower-level custodial personnel by assigning work, giving instructions, providing assistance, and observing progress.
Report damage or maintenance needs that require a higher level of repair capability.
Contribute to the successful implementation of the District’s Mission and Belief statements.
Serve as a watch attendant if required.
Set up equipment and seating for meetings, demonstrations, and similar activities when needed.
Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or designee.