POSITION SUMMARY
The Substitute Custodial Worker position involves routine and repetitive manual work calling for the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and occasional minor maintenance tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure and maintenance tasks are performed under direct supervision or according to specific instructions. Supervision is received from a Custodian or other supervisor. Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class. Does related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• 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 if rubbish
• May mow lawns, trim shrubs, rake leaves, remove snow and ice from walks and driveways and perform a variety of other grounds keeping tasks as assigned
• Assists in the operation of oil, gas or coal fired low-pressure heating system including firing and removing ashes
• Delivers mail and packages
• Places and removes traffic safety signs
• Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use of building
• Repairs window shares, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels
• Paints rooms and equipment and assists in making minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment
• Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions
• Ability to get along well with others
• Ability to perform minor maintenance tasks
• Mechanical aptitude
• Thoroughness
• Dependability

POSITION INFORMATION

• Employment is on an as-needed basis.
• Services may be needed for one day, one week, one month or longer.
• All daily assignments are subject to possible cancellation (without compensation) at any time prior to the beginning of the workday.
• Need for substitutes will vary from day-to-day and week-to-week and, as such, no guarantee can be given for work on any given day.
• Supervised by Building or Program Administrator.
• Employment is automatically discontinued effective June 30, unless the individual is reappointed for the following school year.

This application must be completed and uploaded to determine your eligibility for this position.
Civil Service Application