Lead Custodian(Office/On-site)

Introduction

Are you looking for an opportunity to join the largest largest high school system in the ? If so then the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System () might just have the opportunity you've been looking for is actively recruiting for a qualified full - time, second shift to help ensure the health and safety of our school. What We Have To Offer To work for a Forbes top company: ‘ Forbes ’ - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings Retirement healthcare offerings Professional growth and development opportunities Outstanding  State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click for more information As A You Will: In this role you would work in a high school environment and be entrusted to act as a working supervisor for a crew of Custodians engaged in the cleaning of Howell Cheney Technical High School. This includes but is not limited to: Planning crew workflow and determining priorities Scheduling, assigning, overseeing, and reviewing work Establish and maintains crew procedures including staff training and assistance Other duties as needed The Role: Located at in Manchester, CT  Full-time, second shift, 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm schedule Who We Are: For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners. You will experience the opportunity to make a difference in the public sector for the State of Connecticut We encourage you to apply today

Selection Plan

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Please or our Applicant Tips on How to Apply Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to . Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Read through this helpful link to . Contact Information: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for a crew of Custodians engaged in the cleaning of buildings.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans crew workflow and determines priorities; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work; establishes and maintains crew procedures; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; may make recommendations on policies or standards; may prepare reports and correspondence; ensures supplies and equipment for crew are adequate by reporting shortages to supervisor; performs full range of duties as outlined in Custodian class specification; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of building custodial and/or housekeeping work and related equipment; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; some supervisory ability; some ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience in work that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience leading a crew of custodians in a school or commercial building Experience scheduling, assigning, overseeing, and evaluating the work of staff Experience planning crew workflow and determining priorities Experience monitoring supplies and equipment for crew and reporting shortages to supervisor Experience waxing and polishing floors using floor polishers and buffers Experience moving furniture in a school and/or setting up classrooms Experience removing snow and ice from stairways and walkways around school buildings Experience performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work Experience in using sanitizing equipment and solutions

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or assaultive and/or abusive patients or clients.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold: Health & Dental Insurance Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.) Retirement Plan Group Life Insurance Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program Holidays

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