Substitute Custodial Workers

East Greenbush Central School District; Town of East Greenbush (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

East Greenbush CSD is seeking substitute custodial workers to support daily cleaning and maintenance of school facilities. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, dusting, window washing, and basic repairs; assisting with groundskeeping and safe operation of routine systems.

Ideal candidates should have a working knowledge of cleaning practices, be reliable, able to follow instructions, and able to work well with others. Training and schedules will be provided by the Human Resources Office.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop floors and stairs.
• Dust desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment.
• Wash windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures.
• Polish furniture and metal furnishings; empty waste baskets.
• Assist in grounds keeping and minor maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Follow instructions

Manual tasks

Teamwork

Thoroughness

Dependability

Physical ability

Job description

East Greenbush CSD is accepting applications for Substitute Custodial Workers. Sweep and mop floors and stairs; dust desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment; wash windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures; polish furniture and metal furnishing; empty waste baskets, collect and dispose of rubbish; clear snow and ice from walks; may mow lawns, trim shrubs, rake leaves and perform a variety of other grounds keeping tasks as assigned; assist in the operation of an oil, gas or coal-fired low-pressure heating system including firing and removing ashes; deliver packages and messages; place and remove traffic safety signs; arrange chairs, tables, and other equipment for special use of school building; repairs window shades, replace light bulbs, soap and towels; paint rooms and equipment and assist in making minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs.

Questions may directed to the Human Resources Office at 518-207-2522 or [e-mail].

Applicants should have a working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment; the ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; a willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks; the ability to get along well with others; thoroughness; dependability; and the physical ability to perform the duties and meet the demands of the position.