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The Niskayuna Central School District is now accepting applications for a probationary Senior Custodian - Second Shift.

ASSIGNMENT: Van Antwerp Middle School; 12 months per year; 40 hours per week.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for the proper cleaning, maintenance, and heating of a medium-sized school building. Work is performed in accordance with general instruction and is subject to review by a superior. Immediate supervision may be exercised over the work of employees engaged in various custodial activities. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Supervises the operation of, or operates, a low pressure steam, hot water, or hot air heating system; • Performs and supervises cleaning activities; • Assigns tasks to subordinates and gives instructions in the use of building cleaning supplies, materials, and equipment; • Makes minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building repairs; • Supervises or participates in the cleaning and maintenance of boilers; • Inspects boiler system for defects and makes necessary repairs; • Varnishes desks and chairs and paints lavatories, fire escapes, and doors; • Requisitions supplies as required; • Checks fire alarm system to insure proper operation in an emergency; • Refills fire extinguishers; • Performs a variety of related duties as required.

Job Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. One year of experience as a carpenter, plumber, electrician, painter, mechanic or other trades work; OR B. Two years of experience in building cleaning and maintenance work; C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

NOTE: The essential functions of this job are determined by the department/jurisdiction where the job is located.

Position Start Date:02/02/2026

Application Deadline:01/23/2026

Civil Service Title: Senior Custodian

Job Number: 25-155 Repost