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Saranac Lake Central School District Custodian in Saranac Lake, New York
Custodian/Cleaner
Distinguishing Features of the Class
This is routine manual work involving responsibility for the efficient and economic performance of cleaning and maintenance operations for buildings, grounds and equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the head custodian, school principal, or other superior in accordance with established policies, but considerable leeway is permitted for the exercise of independent judgement. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate cleaning or maintenance personnel. The incumbent does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities -Maintains floors (including sweeping, mopping and stripping) -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 grounds keeping tasks -Operated heating system, including firing -Delivers packages and messages -Checks operation of clocks and bells -Puts out and takes in traffic safety signs -Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use of buildings -Repairs window shades, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels -May paint rooms and equipment, repair furniture and make minor plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs -May prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports
Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics -Knowledge of good building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment, and ability to use them efficiently and economically; ability to follow oral and written directions; willingness to do custodial and other manual tasks; thoroughness; dependability.
Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience in building cleaning, building maintenance, or in one or more of the building trades such as carpentry, plumbing and electrical
Apply online at: https://www.slcs.org/departments/district-office/employment-opportunities