Head Custodial Worker

"Must hold Civil Service permanent status for the title, currently be on the Civil Service Eligibility List for the title, or be eligible to take and pass the civil service exam for the title.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
Under general supervision, employees in this class are responsible for the efficient and economical maintenance of a school facility, and have complete charge of school building cleaning, maintenance and minor repair activities. In large districts, this class is usually in charge of only one building under the general supervision of a higher level administrator. In smaller districts, a Head Custodial Worker may have charge over two or more buildings and be responsible to the Business Manager, Assistant Superintendent or an equivalent administrator. Considerable independent judgment is usually involved in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. Supervision is exercised over Senior Custodial Workers, Custodial Workers, Cleaners and/or maintenance personnel. Does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Assigns Senior Custodial Workers, Custodial Workers, Cleaners and/or maintenance personnel to tasks and supervises their work
Supervises the maintenance and operation of heating and ventilating systems
Makes periodic inspections of maintenance activities to see that they are being performed according to best practice
Inspects work being performed by private contractors
Requisitions, receives, stores, and distributes building cleaning supplies
Prepares work schedules and keeps time records
Keeps records and makes reports of supplies used and activities carried on
Interviews and recommends the hiring of subordinate personnel
Instructs Custodial Workers and Cleaners in building cleaning and maintenance tasks
Maintains liaison between teaching staff and Custodial Workers
May undertake readings of school district's water system meters i.e. consumption, ultra-violet intensity, and monitor and clean equipment as required
May assist with custodial, maintenance and repair work, as required
May use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:
Thorough knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment
Good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and ventilating equipment
Working knowledge of the tools, terminology, and practices of one or more skilled trades
Ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position
Ability to plan and supervise the work of others
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to understand and follow written directions
Ability to get along well with others
Honesty, good judgment, dependability, initiative, thoroughness, physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Either:
(A) three (3) years of experience in which the primary function of the position was building cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair activities; or

(B) one (1) year of experience in building cleaning and maintenance activities and two (2) years of experience in the field of carpentry, painting, electrical work, plumbing, heating or ventilating repair work.

NOTE:
Possession of the appropriate license and/or certification in accordance with the New York State Sanitary Code may be required by the school district for the operation of its water treatment system.

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.

Applications will be collected until the position is filled. To apply for this position, complete the online application. Please do not mail, fax, or e-mail applications or resumes.

The Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District is an equal opportunity employer.