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TITLE: Laborer

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator, District Administrator, or Department Supervisor/Director

Purpose: The Laborer will have the primary responsibility of supporting the building or department supervisor in ensuring the buildings and grounds are of a quality that will allow our students to learn, grow, and contribute. The Laborer will also have the primary responsibility of being the “face” of the building/department and ensuring all patrons receive a warm and friendly greeting. This Result Oriented Job Description is in conjunction with the job description provided by the Wayne County Civil Service.

Core Values:

As a Pal-Mac staff, we believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we focus on clearly defined and consistently demonstrated core values.

In all of our actions and interactions we:

+ Focus on students

+ Value the power of positive relationships

+ Act with integrity and honesty

+ Work with a purpose, striving for excellence, pride and passion

+ Approach experiences with an open mind and a willingness to grow

+ Foster safety and a sense of belonging

Expected Results:

1. The Laborer will ensure the day to day functions of the building/department will be accomplished by:

+ Cleaning classrooms, offices, hallways, and all other areas of the building/department. Duties may include, but not limited to: washing walls and windows, vacuuming rugs, sweeping and waxing floors, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning pool/gymnasium area and locker rooms, cleaning cafeteria and kitchen area, and performing a variety of building and cleaning work.

+ Performing general clean-up work. Work may include, but not limited to: collecting garbage, rubbish and recyclables, removing debris, raking leaves, cutting grass and weeds.

+ Removing snow from sidewalks, parking lots and recreational areas by shoveling or using a tractor or pick-up truck and plow.

+ Assisting in the maintenance and patching of roads, sidewalks, and parking lots by digging and backfilling trenches, spreading asphalt, sand and gravel.

+ Assisting in preparation, laying out, marking and maintenance of athletic fields or playgrounds.

+ Operating power driven tools and equipment such as, but not limited to: saws, compressors, drills, mixers, pumps, and various lawn mowing equipment and trimmers.

+ Using hand tools such as, but not limited to: shovels, scythes, forks, rakes.

+ Performing ground maintenance and beautification work. Work may include, but not limited to: trimming shrubs, cutting brush, planting and spading flower beds, planting trees and assisting in other grounds maintenance activities.

+ Loading and unloading vehicles and trucks.

+ Assisting in the installation and maintenance of signs and markings.

+ Assisting with painting and unskilled carpentry tasks;

+ Assisting in performing minor mechanical maintenance or equipment repairs. Work may include, but not limited to: pumps, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and servicing equipment.

+ Assisting with the arranging of chairs, tables, and other equipment necessary for special use of the building (ex: Board of Education meetings, outside organizations, etc.).

2. The Laborer will ensure all parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors to the Palmyra-Macedon CSD will experience the Pal-Mac Way by:

+ Greeting parents, students, community members, employees, and all visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude.

+ Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic communication.

+ Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request your assistance.

+ Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing.

+ Utilizing their skills to de-escalate a situation when other people are in a heightened or excited state.

3. The Laborer will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.

The Laborer will possess the following minimum qualities, qualifications, skills, and/or abilities:

+ Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

+ Fingerprint clearance through New York State Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability.

+ Evidence of an open, collaborative style that fosters a sense of teamwork and common purpose.

+ Proven people skills and is an effective communicator with a sense of humor. The successful candidate will be positive, approachable, and respectful of others.

+ Willingness to become an active, engaged and visible member of the Pal-Mac community.

+ A clear communicator in oral and written language, including electronic communication.

+ Work collaboratively with other staff members, administrators, students, and parents.

+ Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

+ Listens first.

Evaluation: The Laborer will report to the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director and be evaluated by the District approved document.

Job Qualifications

+ High school graduate or equivalent

+ Working knowledge of practices, tools and materials used in the cleaning, minor maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment

+ Self-starter, able to work alone

+ Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Civil Service Title: Laborer 2nd Shift

Job Number: C555