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South Central BOCES

Sweeper (Part-Time, 26-27)

Fowler School District$16.25 - $16.25 / hourPosted 2 weeks ago
Maintenance/Custodial/onsiteentry

Job Description

Sweeper - Part Time
Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, Superintendent, and Principal, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors, and others as necessary. Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required and scheduled. The part-time schedule will include up to 20 hours per week with benefits as per district policy. The starting hourly wage (based on the 2025-26 schedule) is $16.25 per hour. This will update upon approval of the 26-27 salary schedules. This position would begin in August, 2026, in conjunction with the 2026-27 school year.

Essential Functions (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Checks and secures the building at the beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
  • Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, locker rooms, and other areas of the building according to school district standards.
  • Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
  • Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
  • Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
  • Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
  • Replaces light bulbs.
  • Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables, and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
  • Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand
  • Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris, and maintains grounds.
  • Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
  • Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the building.
  • Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash

Additional Duties (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Performs general cleaning, and repair work, particularly during school vacations.
  • Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
  • The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.

Safety Requirements

  • Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
  • Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
  • Must comply with the school district's chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.
  • Occasionally, travel between district buildings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, principal, or others.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
  • Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance, or repair problems as needed.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure.
  • Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
  • Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts.
  • Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Works in standard office and school building environments.
  • Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
  • Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.

Qualifications Profile (not an all-inclusive list)

  • Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would qualify.
  • High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  • Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
  • Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.
  • Satisfactory background check
  • Applications are available and accepted at the District Office with Mr. Mike Thomas. Online applications are not accepted for this position.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
 

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