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Palmyra-Macedon Central School District Laborer 2nd Shift in Palmyra, New York

Job Description

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 receive a world class, relevant education. 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.

Guiding Philosophy of a Palmyra-Macedon Laborer

  • Embrace learning for all.

  • Create and enthusiastically be part of a collaborative culture.

  • Value collective capacity through job-embedded professional learning.

  • Focus on results and not activities.

  • Implement change for its effect on increased student achievement and the overall enhancement of the organization.

  • Embrace the model of continuous improvement.

    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.).

    1. 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.

    1. 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

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