Job description
We are looking for a responsible building custodian who can keep our satellite offices clean and assist with supply deliveries and file retrieval at our Brooklyn file storage location. The building custodian will be responsible for all minor repairs to furniture, walls, doors and equipment in 4 – 5 different office buildings. The ideal candidate will be experienced in a custodian role focused on building upkeep. A keen eye for detail and diligence are also imperative in custodial maintenance jobs. The successful candidate will be required to respond to repair calls and work orders for such activities as replacing a broken light, cleaning up spills and removing damaged office furniture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Other Significant Requirements:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Plastering, sanding and painting of offices and common areas.
- Drive agency cargo vans and mid-size box truck during supply deliveries. Active Driver’s license required.
- Assist with the setup of conference rooms for meetings and events.
- Complete daily work orders assigned.
- Clean and prepare vacant offices and work stations.
- Clean and maintain a floor at your assigned location.
- Replace light bulbs throughout the space including task lights under desks and workstations.
- Assists with loading vans/trucks with archive boxes and/or furniture.
- Receive deliveries of supplies/materials.
- Move file cabinets, archive boxes, and furniture.
- Prepare archives for retrieval.
- Work on special projects as required.
- Write e-mails and prepare spreadsheets as needed.
Other Significant Requirements:
- Active Driver’s license
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task & work with minimal supervision
- Skilled in Microsoft Outlook.
Minimum Qual Requirements
Two years of full-time satisfactory experience in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.
To be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have three years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.
To be assigned to Assignment Level III and IV candidates must have four years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.
To be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have three years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.
To be assigned to Assignment Level III and IV candidates must have four years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.
Preferred Skills
Other Significant Requirements:
- Active Driver’s license
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task & work with minimal supervision
- Skilled in Microsoft Outlook.
Additional Information
Applicants must indicate if they have taken the exam or are permanent in the Custodian title.
***Please be advised this position is a provisional appointment. The hired employee would be required to file, pass and be reachable on the Custodian Civil Service Examination List in order to obtain permanent status and to continue employment in this title.
*** Additional Information NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. If you wish to learn about the 55-a Program, please visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page.
*** As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
***We appreciate every applicants interest; however, submission of a resume is not a guarantee that you will receive an interview, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
***Please be advised this position is a provisional appointment. The hired employee would be required to file, pass and be reachable on the Custodian Civil Service Examination List in order to obtain permanent status and to continue employment in this title.
*** Additional Information NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. If you wish to learn about the 55-a Program, please visit https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page.
*** As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
***We appreciate every applicants interest; however, submission of a resume is not a guarantee that you will receive an interview, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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