DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is routine manual work involving responsibility for the efficient and economical performance of cleaning and maintenance operations for school buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of a head custodian, school principal or other superior in accordance with established policies, but considerable leeway is permitted for the exercise of independent judgment. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate cleaning or maintenance personnel.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Sweeps and mops floors and stairs;
• Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment;
• Washes windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures;
• Polishes furniture and metal furnishings;
• Empties waste baskets, collects and disposes of rubbish;
• Clears snow and ice from walks and driveways;
• Mows  lawns,   trims  shrubs,   rakes  leaves,   and   performs  a  variety  of other groundskeeping tasks;
• Operates a coal or oil low pressure heating system including firing and removing ashes;
• Delivers packages and messages;
• Checks operation of clocks and bells;
• Puts out and takes in traffic safety signs;
• Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use of school building;
• Repairs window shades, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels;
• Paints  rooms and  equipment;   repairs furniture  and  makes  minor  plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs;
• Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports

• High school student
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• If under 18, must have appropriate working papers
• Self-starter, able to work alone

Job Description

The Student Worker will ensure the day to day functions of the building 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.

• Operating power driven tools and equipment for the purpose of cleaning.

• Using hand tools such as, but not limited to: hammer, screwdriver, pliers, and wrench. 

• Loading and unloading vehicles and trucks.

• 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 Student Worker 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 or on the phone.

• Being attentive to the needs of all individuals who request their 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 Student Worker will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the  Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Monitors help the District by assisting in routine, non-teaching duties including, but not limited to, pupil supervision in school, on school property, and at school related functions.

HOURS: 
Approximately 4 Hours M-F as Bus Monitor
Approximately 2.25 Hours M-F as Cafe Monitor

Job Description

TITLE: Monitor
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator, District Administrator, or Department

Supervisor/Director

Purpose: The Monitor will have the primary responsibility of providing routine non-teaching
duties including student supervision in school, on school property, school vehicles, and at school
related functions. The Monitor 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 Monitor
 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 Monitor will ensure the day to day functions of the building/department will be
accomplished by:
 Assisting teachers in supervising students during, but not limited to, recreation periods,
lunch periods, study halls, on field trips, before and after school periods, and during
transportation of students.
 Guiding children safely across streets and intersections.
 Maintaining order in areas such as, but not limited to, gymnasiums, locker rooms,
swimming pools, and hallways.
 Maintaining classroom routines.
 Maintaining safety practices in and around school transportation vehicles and district
buildings.
 Overseeing students passing between classes, in locker rooms, and on premises before
and after school.
 Issuing athletic supplies and equipment.
 Assisting children in lower grades with wearing apparel.
 Assisting children in lower grades in the cafeteria, e.g., opening milk and carrying trays.
 Performing clerical duties under close supervision.
 Rendering basic first aid treatment when needed.

2. The Monitor 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 their 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 Monitor will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the
Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.
The Monitor 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.
 Displaying a customer service approach when working with others in person, on the
phone, and through written and electronic communication.
Work collaboratively with other staff members, administrators, students, and parents.
 Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Listens first.
Evaluation:
The Monitor will report to the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director and be
evaluated by the District approved document.

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.).

 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.

• 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.

Job Description Laborer

Job Description

TITLE:                               Food Service Helper

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

Purpose:  The Food Service Helper will have the primary responsibility of performing under the immediate supervision of a Cook, Dietetic Technician, or Food Service Supervisor in connection with the preparation of food, service of food, and cleaning of kitchen equipment.  The Food Service Helper 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 Food Service Helper

• 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 Food Service Helper will ensure the day to day functions of the building/department will be accomplished by: 

• Maintaining working knowledge of the proper methods of serving food.

• Maintaining working knowledge of the care of kitchen appliances.

• Filling condiments, utensils, napkins, straws and necessary supplies for food service and consumption.

• Cleaning, washing and otherwise preparing vegetables and fruit for cooking.

• Assisting in the preparation of salads and desserts.

• Assisting cooks in any phase of their duties.

• Washing dishes, pots, and pans by hand or machine.

• Acting as cashier when directed.

• Following all requirements, regulations, and policies outlined in the Food Service Handbook.

 2.      The Food Service Helper 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 their 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 Food Service Helper will assume other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by the  Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director.

The Food Service Helper 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 both oral and written language.

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

• Use problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Listens first.

Evaluation:

The Food Service Helper will report to the Building Administrator or Department Supervisor/Director and be evaluated by the District approved document.

TITLE:                               Substitute Food Service Helper

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

This is a per diem, as needed postition.

Purpose:  The Substitute Food Service Helper will have the primary responsibility of performing under the immediate supervision of a Cook, Dietetic Technician, or Food Service Supervisor, on a per diem basis, in connection with the preparation of food, service of food, and cleaning of kitchen equipment.  The Substitute Food Service Helper 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.

A non-instructional substitute work may include, but not limited to, working as a substitute for the following positions: clerk typist, monitor, food service helper, laborer, special education teacher aide, and teacher aide.