Custodial Worker, Probationary, Middle School (PM)

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops and waxes floors;
• Vacuums carpets;
• Washes windows, blackboards, and lavatory fixtures;
• Dusts woodwork, furniture, and other articles;
• Replenishes lavatory supplies;
• Empties wastebaskets and collects and disposes of refuse;
• Moves and arranges chairs, tables, and other furniture or equipment;
• Assists with heavy work in kitchen and cafeteria;
• Checks windows and doors to see that they are properly closed and locked;
• Makes minor repairs to furniture, electrical fixtures, windows and shades, locks, faucets, heating system, and other equipment;
• Undertakes routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems, such as changing filters, light bulbs, etc;
• Performs grounds keeping activities such as cleaning snow, mowing lawns, raking leaves, trimming shrubs, and general maintenance such as clearing litter and debris;
• Performs a variety of errands and related custodial tasks;
• Sets thermostat, as assigned;
• Makes other assigned custodial tasks as directed.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building and cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment;
• Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of heating systems;
• Ability to make minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical repairs, and perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Willingness to perform custodial and other manual tasks;
• Ability to read and write English;
• Dependable and thorough;
• Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

Prerequisites

• High School diploma or equivalency.

Employment Terms

• Hrs: 2:30 PM - 11:30 PM - hours may vary depending on school/district needs;
• Salary Range: $48,071 - $71,273 in accordance with the corresponding CSEA salary scale - step placement is contingent upon prior experience;

Additional Information

• Fingerprint Clearance: SAVE Law: Effective July 1, 2001, Education Law 305(30), 3004-b, 3004-c and 3035, as amended by Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and Part 87 of the Commissioner's Regulations require the Commissioner of Education to request a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check for applicants for certification as well as for prospective employees of school districts, charter schools and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES).
• The Eastchester Union Free School District is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its staff. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.