Distinguishing Features of the Class and Cleaner Role
This is routine work requiring the efficient performance of a variety of cleaning tasks. The work involves execution of these tasks through a well established routine. Direct supervision is received from a higher level supervisor. The incumbent does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities and Cleaner Expectations
- Dusts chairs, tables desks and other furniture;
- Washes windows, walls, woodwork, toilets and sinks;
- Sweeps, mops, vacuums and waxes floors with various equipment designed for those purposes;
- Gathers and disposes of refuse;
- Cleans and polishes furniture;
- Performs a variety of routine errands and cleaning tasks;
- Performs a variety of related duties as required;
- May use a district motor vehicle as assigned.
When Assigned to a School District:
- May clean blackboards and erasers;
- May monitor rest rooms and report violations of non-smoking policy;
- May use a district motor vehicle as assigned.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Cleaner:
- Working knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment;
- Ability to follow oral and written direction; ability to get along well with others.
The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the District’s recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Human Resources Office at 881-2000 ext. 40133. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and By-Laws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.
About Schenectady City Schools
The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district’s Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.