Head Custodian Worker

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Director of School Facilities or other higher-level position, incumbent in this class is responsible for the efficient and economical maintenance of school facilities, and have complete charge of school building cleaning, maintenance and minor repair activities. Head Custodial Worker has charge over all buildings on the PNW BOCES campuses. Considerable independent judgment is usually involved in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. Supervision is exercised over Senior Custodial Workers, Custodial Workers and Cleaners, including participating in the hiring process, support, planning, direction and evaluation of all duties of custodial and cleaning staff. Have working knowledge of snow removal practices. Will participate in and coordinate snow removal with Maintenance Foreperson. Supervises and inspects the work of contractors within all school buildings in conjunction with the Maintenance Foreperson. Liaison between faculty, community users, and custodial/cleaning staff. Assists Director of School Facilities with budgeting, personnel, scheduling, ordering and inventory. Does related work as required. Qualifications: 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. 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, email 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. Must qualify through Civil Service. To review job description, please go to: Desired: Must be able to exercise independent judgment. Must be flexible and adaptable. Must obtain clearance for employment from NYS Education Department based on fingerprint and criminal history background check. Must hold a valid NYS Driver's License for duration of employment. Successful candidates must have a positive, can-do attitude and be committed to the BOCES Mission of Service and Innovation through Partnership.

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