Maintenance Laborer

Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES is seeking a full-time Maintenance Laborer to maintain school district grounds. The role involves routine tasks such as mowing, snow removal, and general maintenance. Candidates should possess physical endurance, the ability to follow instructions, and a valid driver's license. This position offers an opportunity to make a tangible impact on school environments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow oral instructions and communicate effectively in English.
• Physical condition must match job duties.
• Must hold a valid driver's license to operate in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine tasks for school district maintenance.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
• Assist in building and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Manual Work

Communication

Physical Endurance

Problem Solving

Job description

Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES anticipates a full-time opening for a Maintenance Laborer. Candidate will perform a variety of routine tasks required in the maintenance of school district grounds. Tasks may include but are not limited to:

• mowing, reseeding, rolling and fertilizing lawns;
• trimming hedges, trees and shrubs;
• raking leaves and hauling away rubbish;
• shoveling or plowing snow and ice;
• cleaning gutters and catch basins;
• performing miscellaneous routine maintenance and repair tasks inside school buildings during inclement weather and winter months.

Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment. May include other tasks such as moving furniture, setting up for events, directing on campus traffic, cleaning equipment, and assisting in building and equipment maintenance and repair. Hours for this position are Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00am-3:00pm.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to follow oral instructions; get along with others; perform routine manual work; and read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of the position.

Physical condition must be commensurate with the duties of the position. Must have physical endurance and agility and be industrious in work performance. Must hold a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

Must meet Westchester County Civil Service requirements which can be found at here.

CHARACTERISTICS DESIRED:

Candidate should be highly motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable. Must be able to exercise independent judgement. Successful candidates must have a positive, can-do attitude and be committed to the BOCES Mission of Service and Innovation through Partnership.

Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES offers equal educational and employment opportunities, including career and technical education opportunities, without regard to age, religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, as defined by New York State Human Rights Law.

To access the Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity policy, please click here.