Jurisdiction: City of
Classification: Competitive
Adopted: 8/13/73
Revised: 10/31/84; 3/1/96, 8-5-09
CUSTODIAN II
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE
CLASS: An
employee in this position has responsible charge of an average size school
buildings on a 24-hour basis. The work
involves the supervision of all subordinate personnel engaged in the cleaning
and maintenance of the building. The
Custodian II also participates in cleaning and maintenance activities. The work is performed under general
supervision of the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds and in cooperation
with the Building Principal. Direct
supervision is exercised over the work of subordinate custodial personnel. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)
Assigns work, instructs and supervises the work of subordinate employees engaged in maintenance and cleaning tasks;
Inspects building, grounds and equipment for safety and
cleanliness;
Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of heating and ventilation systems;
Requisitions, receives and
distributes cleaning supplies;
Maintains work schedules and
time records;
Receives and handles complaints and various special
requests from principal and teachers;
Arranges for special uses of
the building;
Performs a variety of routine
cleaning and maintenance tasks.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES,
SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of
maintenance and cleaning methods and equipment typically used in custodial
work; good knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of heating and
ventilating equipment; good knowledge of the basic principles involved in
making semi-skilled plumbing, electrical, paining, plastering, carpentry and
mechanical repairs; ability to plan and supervise the work of others in a
manner conducive to full performance and high morale; sufficient physical
strength and agility to perform a variety of routine custodial tasks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Open Competitive: One year of experience in building maintenance
work in a school district.
Promotional: One year of experience as a Custodian I in
the City of Cortland School District.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a
valid NYS Class D driver’s license.