Substitute Custodial Worker

HFM BOCES Operations Department is seeking a Substitute Custodial Worker.

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 supervisor

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
None

TEACH Clearance

Per Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required. Formal job offer/selection is contingent on ability to obtain a fingerprint security clearance through the TEACH system prior to working. For more information: http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tsei/ospra/.

Equal Opportunity / Non-Discrimination

HFM BOCES is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, admissions and employment. HFM BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies should be directed to Dr. Aaron Bochniak (abochniak@hfmboces.org), Assistant Superintendent for BOCES Operations and Component District Services, (518) 736-4305, HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, 646-428-3800, OCR.NewYork@ed.gov. (Revised 9/2020)