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This position provides custodial services during afternoon and evening hours in assigned areas for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chenango County. Custodial staff vacuum, wet mop, sweep, dust, polish, clean blinds, empty/clean all waste receptacles, remove trash and recyclable materials, clean restrooms/restock them with sufficient paper products, and maintain floors daily. They additionally mow the grounds, weed eat, pull weeds, maintain assigned lawn equipment and hand tools, and ensure the garage and storage rooms are orderly and neat. Custodial staff periodically wash walls, windows, and sills, sweep/shovel snow from stairways/walkways to the building, paint rooms, and perform simple carpentry to keep the building in shape. Custodial staff also aid staff in relocating furniture, and Case Building custodial services during the Chenango County Fair. They are responsible for complying with all OSHA/PESH safety regulations in the performance of their duties.

Required Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent Education.

+ Six (6) months volunteer or work-related experience.

+ Valid NYS Driver’s License.

+ Ability to clearly communicate and to read and write in English.

+ Basic Computer Skills including use of e-mail and computer-based time collection.

+ Physical ability to do heavy lifting (able to lift and carry 50 pounds), to shovel snow, carry supplies and equipment.

+ Ability to climb and perform work from a ladder.

+ Demonstrated ability to provide cleaning, maintenance, and repair work.

+ Knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, and repair methods, materials, and techniques applicable to public buildings.

+ Ability to work independently and to complete work within a reasonable time frame.

+ Ability to identify and address safety concerns in the workplace.

+ Ability to work effectively with co-workers.

+ Ability to communicate with supervisor and staff as pertains to the duties of the job.

+ Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.

+ Ability to follow oral and written instructions and assume responsibility with general guidelines and direction.

+ Ability to drive Association vehicles to be fueled or maintained.

+ Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

+ Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

The Association Custodian will work on-site at the CCE Chenango office in Norwich, NY. This position does not support remote work.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Coordination/Operation – 95%

+ Comply with established health and safety regulations and guidelines including OSHA/PESHA regulations.

+ Safely operate all vehicles and other job-related equipment.

+ Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies.

+ Record use and storage of all chemicals and cleaners utilized in MSDS record book as required.

+ Clean and maintain appliances and equipment such as refrigerators, stoves, hot water heaters, furnaces, lawn mowers, tractors, floor scrubbers, etc.

+ Set up and tear down meeting facilities.

+ Alert Executive Director of any major problems or repairs needed.

+ Interact with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public in a courteous and respectful manner at all times.

+ Perform a substantial amount of routine, non-complex tasks to support the facilities administration of the Association. Duties may include, but not be limited to:

+ Building Cleaning/Upkeep/Security: On a daily, weekly or monthly basis as directed clean and maintain all rooms/entrances/hallways/common areas of all buildings and grounds, including emptying waste baskets/trash; cleaning washroom facilities and replacing lavatory supplies; mopping/sweeping/waxing/vacuuming; keeping storage areas free of fire hazards and debris; cleaning entrance rugs; cleaning windows/doors; dusting window sills, cabinets, other furniture, and shelves, and all other tasks as assigned. Includes maintaining security of buildings and grounds (opening, closing, and locking doors, etc.)

+ Vehicle/Equipment/Lighting Upkeep: Assist in the minor troubleshooting and scheduling of routine maintenance/inspections of vehicles and lawn equipment as directed; replace bulbs and/or ballasts of interior/exterior lighting when necessary, keep light fixtures clean; routine maintenance of building(s) mechanical equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, ice machine, refrigeration units, etc.

+ Vehicle/Equipment Record Maintenance: maintain a log of activities and duties performed on vehicles/equipment and any other forms, paperwork, records, etc. as assigned.

+ Special Events: Set up and clean-up for events and meetings according to schedule and as directed, including emptying trash, cleaning restrooms and restocking supplies, sweeping/cleaning/mopping/vacuuming/waxing floors, taking down and setting up tables and chairs, etc., interacting with and assisting customers and catering staff as needed and directed.

+ Chenango County Fair: Help prepare, clean, and maintain grounds, buildings, etc., before, during, and after fair; assist with fair set up and tear down; manage trash/debris removal. Work hours will be adjusted during this period.

+ Building Upkeep: Paint rooms, hallways, simple carpentry, installation of simple bathroom and office fixtures, and clear bathroom and kitchen clogs

Professional Improvement – 5%

+ In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.

+ Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and training as scheduled/required.

+ Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position.

+ Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

+ Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

+ Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.

+ Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.

+ Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Professionalism – Applied to all duties and functions

+ Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.

+ Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner.

+ Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

+ At all times act in a professional Customer Service manner including but not limited to business-like demeanor, tactful communications, cooperative, helpful, positive, and receptive manner.

Position Details Expected Weekly Hours: 20 hours per week Hourly Wage: $15.50 Location: Chenango County CCE; Norwich, NY

Paid time off includes 12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days, 3 Personal days, and 13 Holidays annually. Additional benefits, based on eligibility, include:

• NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance)

• NYS Retirement

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job Title:

Association Custodian

Level:

007

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Regina Lowder

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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