Custodial Floater - Multiple Vacancies

Primary Function

The Custodian - Floater is a position with a high degree of responsibility in custodial services. When the Building Manager (BM) or the Assistant Building Manager (ABM) is absent, the incumbent performs their responsibilities as defined by their job description. The incumbent performs the daily cleaning activities which include technical guidance to subordinates and semi-skilled workers, and consults and supports the building principals and education staff. This position is responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of the school and grounds, assuring the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Makes routine inspections to determine whether work has been properly performed.
• Aids immediate supervisor in maintenance of employee records.
• Takes charge of all emergencies, advises superiors, and ensures responsible back-up is available in order to take corrective action as necessary.
• Performs, supervises, and coordinates all custodial services pertaining to building(s) and grounds.
• Affords assistance with coordinating maintenance service and repairs pertaining to the building(s).

Reports To

Building Manager, Assistant Building Manager.

Supervises

• Provides technical guidance to subordinates and semi-skilled workers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of or ability to learn a Work Order System and Energy Management Programs.
• Good working knowledge of building structures, HVAC and ancillary equipment, including the operation of all utility systems.
• Basic knowledge of boilers, heating and air conditioning systems, electrical systems, building and grounds maintenance and minor equipment repair.
• Ability to read and understand; policies and procedures; various Federal, State and Local codes and regulations involving fire, safety, environmental and sanitation.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow instructions, respond to directions promptly, complete tasks correctly and on time.
• Ability to approach others in a tactful manner.
• Ability to write clearly and informatively; present numerical data effectively; to write routine reports and correspondences.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to situations.
• Ability to set priorities and make appropriate decisions on assignments contingent upon availability of manpower.
• Ability to delegate work assignments, matching responsibilities to staff, set expectations and monitor delegated activities.
• Ability to identify and use sound judgment to resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions.
• Ability to use equipment and materials properly.
• Ability to supervise and train subordinate employees.
• Ability to be physically active from light to medium type of work in various environmental conditions.
• Ability to create a positive team spirit; to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; change approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Trained in green cleaning and the associated green cleaning custodial equipment.
• Ability to properly dilute various cleaning chemicals, use and ensure their safety, as well as others who come in contact with chemicals.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

See attached job description.

Salary, Bargaining Unit & Applicable Terms Of Employment

Terms of employment and salary are governed by Local 287 of Council 4. Salary: $26.00 per hour. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy*, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.