Hours: 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (8 hours per day, 40 hours per week) - Core schedule
IF APPOINTED PROVISIONALLY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST BE QUALIFIED TO TAKE THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION WHEN MADE AVAILABLE. FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT, THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HOLD THE TITLE OF SENIOR CUSTODIAN OR MUST BE CANVASSED AND REACHABLE FROM THE EXISTING CIVIL SERVICE LIST.
JOB DUTIES: Support the Director of Facilities, the Head Custodian and the operations at the building.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Good knowledge of commercial cleaning practices and procedures; working knowledge of the maintenance and repair practices and procedures related to buildings, its 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, HVAC and electrical systems following established procedures; ability to use various cleaning equipment and products; ability to understand verbal and written instructions; ability to stand, stoop, bend and stretch for long periods of time; ability to set up and climb ladders or scaffolds; ability to supervise a small staff; thoroughness, dependability, physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must meet one of the following requirements on or before the date of the written test:
A. Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience in either 1.) commercial cleaning practice, OR 2.) general building maintenance which included experience in one of the following trades; Carpentry, Electrical, H.V.A.C. or Plumbing; or
B. Six (6) years of experience in either 1.) commercial cleaning practices, OR 2.) general building maintenance, which included experience in one of the following trades; Carpentry, Electrical, H.V.A.C. or Plumbing; or:
C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
Special Requirements:
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Under current New York State Law, candidates seeking employment with school districts in New York State will be required to undergo fingerprinting and a criminal history background check prior to appointment. A processing fee may be required.
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Candidates must possess a valid Class D New York State driver's license at the time of appointment.
Note: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be prorated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.