Custodian - 2nd Shift

CUSTODIANThe Burnt Hills Ballston Lake CSD is seeking a Custodian for O'rourke Middle School (2nd shift-3pm-11pm)This is routine manual work involving responsibility for the efficient and economic performance of semi-skilled cleaning and maintenance tasks for municipal buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work is done under the general supervision of a superior in accordance with established policies, but considerable leeway is permitted for the exercise of independent judgment. General supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate cleaning or maintenance personnel. Does related work as required.Typical Work Activities

Paints rooms and equipment, repairs furniture and makes minor plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs;

Sweeps and mops floors and stairs;

Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment;

Washes windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures;

Polishes furniture and metal furnishings;

Empties waste baskets, collects and disposes of rubbish;

Clears snow and ice from walks and driveways;

Mows lawns, trims shrubs, rakes leaves, and performs a variety of other ground-keeping tasks;

Operates a coal or oil low pressure heating system including firing and removing ashes;

Delivers packages and messages;

Check the operation of clocks and bells;

Puts out and takes in traffic safety signs;

Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use in buildings;

Repairs window shades, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels;

When assigned to night or weekend duty, police buildings and boiler rooms;

Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports;

Performs a variety of related tasks as required.

Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics:

Good knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment; working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of steam boiler equipment; ability to use supplies and equipment efficiently; ability to do minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs and to perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; OR

Six months experience in building maintenance or cleaning, carpentry, plumbing, painting, or other trade work.

Burnt Hills Ballston Lake Central School District strives to build a culturally responsive and inclusive environment that encourages, embraces, and celebrates diversity.Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District is in compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972. The School District provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.Position Start Date:01/09/2025Application Deadline:12/16/2024Civil Service Title: Custodian