Custodial Worker, Probationary Yorktown HS PM Shift

Yorktown Central School District; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown Central School District is seeking a Custodial Worker for Yorktown High School, PM Shift (2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.).

Under direct supervision, this role involves cleaning, maintenance tasks and occasional repairs, ensuring safe, sanitary and orderly school facilities for students and staff. Experience with building systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) is preferred, with the ability to read and follow written and oral English instructions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to operate heating systems and perform minor repairs.
• Read, write and communicate in English.
• Willingness to perform custodial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops and waxes floors.
• Washes walls and windows, dusts and performs other cleaning duties.
• Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment.
• Cleans and mops lavatories and locker rooms and replaces soap or towels.
• Empties wastebaskets and collects and disposes of refuse.
• Moves and arranges chairs, tables and other furniture or equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of a swimming pool by checking temperature, chlorine levels, vacuuming.
• Assists with heavy work in kitchen and cafeteria.
• Checks windows and doors to see that they are closed and locked when proper.
• Performs a variety of errands and related custodial tasks.
• May make minor repairs to furniture, windows and shades, locks, faucets, heating system. and other equipment.
• May make minor electrical repairs including replacing light bulbs or switchplates.
• May undertake routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems, i.e.; changing filters, etc.;
• May perform groundskeeping activities such as cleaning snow, mowing lawns, raking leaves, trimming shrubs, and general grounds maintenance such as clearing litter and debris;
• May act as monitor before and after school and in the cafeteria.

Job description

Location/hours: Yorktown HS PM Shift (2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.)

CUSTODIAL WORKER

• This position is classified with the Westchester County Civil Service system.

Job Summary

• Experience in building cleaning and maintenance work for school buildings.
• Experience in operating building systems, i.e. plumbing, electrical and HVAC preferred.
• Must be able to read and follow oral or written instructions in English.
• Ability to work well with others.

Distinguishing Features Of The Class

Under direct supervision, the duties of this class involve the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning. Duties may involve the performance of maintenance activities and minor repair tasks. This work is performed according to a well-established routine. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers and/or Cleaners. Does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)

• Sweeps, mops and waxes floors;
• washes walls and windows, dusts and performs other cleaning duties;
• Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment;
• Cleans and mops lavatories and locker rooms and replaces soap or towels;
• Empties wastebaskets and collects and disposes of refuse;
• Moves and arranges chairs, tables and other furniture or equipment;
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of a swimming pool by checking temperature, chlorine levels, vacuuming;
• Assists with heavy work in kitchen and cafeteria;
• Checks windows and doors to see that they are closed and locked when proper;
• Performs a variety of errands and related custodial tasks;
• May make minor repairs to furniture, windows and shades, locks, faucets, heating system. and other equipment;
• May make minor electrical repairs including replacing light bulbs or switchplates;
• May undertake routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems, i.e.; changing filters, etc.;
• May perform groundskeeping activities such as cleaning snow, mowing lawns, raking leaves, trimming shrubs, and general grounds maintenance such as clearing litter and debris;
• May act as monitor before and after school and in the cafeteria.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Attributes

Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment and the ability to use them economically and efficiently; familiarity with the operation and maintenance of heating systems; ability to make minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs and perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks; ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions; ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; willingness to perform custodial and other manual tasks; thoroughness; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

None.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS:

In accordance with the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) legislation, Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, candidates for appointment in school districts must obtain clearance for employment from the State Education Department prior to employment based upon a fingerprint and criminal history background check.

Salary Range

$52,000-$57,000

REVISED: 9/28/2026 (HR Department)

The Yorktown Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.