Senior Custodian - Second Shift

The Niskayuna Central School District is now accepting applications for a probationary Senior Custodian - Second Shift.

ASSIGNMENT: Van Antwerp Middle School; 12 months per year; 40 hours per week.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for the proper cleaning, maintenance, and heating of a medium-sized school building. Work is performed in accordance with general instruction and is subject to review by a superior. Immediate supervision may be exercised over the work of employees engaged in various custodial activities. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Supervises the operation of, or operates, a low pressure steam, hot water, or hot air heating system;

Performs and supervises cleaning activities;

Assigns tasks to subordinates and gives instructions in the use of building cleaning supplies, materials, and equipment;

Makes minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building repairs;

Supervises or participates in the cleaning and maintenance of boilers;

Inspects boiler system for defects and makes necessary repairs;

Varnishes desks and chairs and paints lavatories, fire escapes, and doors;

Requisitions supplies as required;

Checks fire alarm system to insure proper operation in an emergency;

Refills fire extinguishers;

Performs a variety of related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. One year of experience as a carpenter, plumber, electrician, painter, mechanic or other trades work; OR

B. Two years of experience in building cleaning and maintenance work;

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

NOTE: The essential functions of this job are determined by the department/jurisdiction where thejob is located.

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