Custodial/Maintenance Foreman (Part-time)

PLEASANTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PLEASANTVILLE, NEW JERSEY
JOB DESCRIPTION

Business/Operations Non-Certified
TITLE: Custodial/ Maintenance Foreman (Part-time)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Black Seal License; high school diploma or equivalent training
2. Education Facilities Manager Certification
3. Experience in plant operation and maintenance; cleaning methods and procedures; repairs; security; electrical; as determined by the board, sufficient to perform the assigned tasks and work independently. Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in facilities maintenance and repair work. Ability to understand and respond to a wide variety of institutional situations and emergencies, including fire alarms, sprinkler activation, heat, plumbing, electrical, access, elevator, transportation, refrigeration and safety problems that arise
4. Supervisory ability and ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers, teachers, administrators, parents and students. Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis. On 24-hour call for emergencies and may be required to carry a phone. Ability to work courteously and cooperatively with any contractors
5. Demonstrated knowledge of fire/safety laws and proper handling of hazardous materials
6. Experience in use of School Dude
7. Experience in Requisitions, and procurement procedures
8. Experience working with external contractors in a public-school setting
9. Current residency in New Jersey approved residency waiver, or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment.
10. Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form 1-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
11. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six-month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person's offense in accordance with 18A:6- 7.1.
12. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4
13. Mandatory testing for the usage of controlled dangerous substances as they are defined in N.J.S.A. 2C:35-2.
14. Meet such alternates to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may deem appropriate, acceptable, and legal.

REPORT TO: Superintendent and/or designee
SUPERVISES: All custodians, and maintenance under his/her authority

JOB GOALS: To oversee the custodial operations of individual school facilities and ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable school environment; to carry out administrative tasks required to maintain and operate the plant to the required standards.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Goals and Worker Activities
A. Provide on-call service.

1. Respond to emergencies including lock problems, core changes, elevator malfunctions, fire (resetting fire alarm systems and replacing fire extinguishers and smoke detectors as needed), floods, water main breaks, sewage back-ups, etc. Use a cell-phone or two-way radio to communicate with other staff and emergency personnel to provide information regarding the incident.
2. Identify maintenance problems and perform minor emergency repairs on building and equipment to include doors, locks, lighting, windows, elevators, plumbing, and heating equipment, and report uncorrectable malfunctions to the appropriate person in a timely manner to minimize damage and injury. Troubleshoot or diagnose a problem and determine root causes and corrective action.
3. Call in and assist trade persons (plumbers, electricians, etc.) with emergency situations.
4. Lock and unlock outside and inside building doors, following established schedules, or specific instructions for special events, registered parties, etc.
5. Respond to calls for emergency cleanup of spills, body fluids, broken glass, and floods, and respond to customer requests for linen, storage of luggage and other items, etc. Use a two-way radio to communicate with other shift staff as needed.

B. Monitor equipment and systems. Follow procedures to make or request any required repairs.

1. Check and record the temperature on all food service refrigerators and freezers every night.
2. Check outside lighting monthly. Replace burned out lamps or report them for replacement, as required.
3. Check exterior doors to make sure they are latching/locking properly, once per shift. Repair or report as required.
4. Complete job orders as assigned.
5. Prepare and distribute factual reports to involved shift staff. Report needed Work Orders (WO) to the Maintenance and Repair Service (School Dude).

C. Perform lead worker responsibilities.

1. Provide hands-on training. Note and report any areas in which the Manual needs up-dating.
2. Promote good relationship skills and work habits by setting a good example.

Inspections and monitoring

1. Monitors and regulates heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity while ensuring that daily temperatures are satisfactory for the arrival of staff and students.
2. Conducts periodic inspections and tests of electrical installations in the school to ensure their safe condition.
3. Plans and oversees all maintenance and repair work in the building.
4. Works independently and uses sound judgment. Performs duties promptly and efficiently under pressure of deadlines.
5. Helps to maintain an inventory and recommends purchase of supplies, tools, equipment, and fuel.
6. Ensures that all fire/safety and environmental laws and regulations relating to the plant maintenance and operation are enforced.

Communications, logs, monitoring and reports
1. Maintains preventative maintenance logs and other records as required.
Unique requirements for night shift operations
1. Work flexible hours, but which may encompass a rotating schedule
2. Learns and follows all procedures
3. Communicates information and needed repairs to day shift staff for further follow up or repair.
4. Performs related duties as required for daily operation of the school(s).
Perform such additional duties and activities the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
2. Sit, stand, and walk for required periods of time.
3. Speak and hear.
4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive.
Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.

1. Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
2. Exposure to heated/air-conditioned and ventilated facilities.
3. Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment.
4. Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions consistently and to the satisfaction of the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified disabled individuals. This job description is not an exhaustive list, as employees may be required to perform duties not specifically designated within this document, at the employer's discretion. Pleasantville Public School District reserves the right to modify or interpret this job description as needed.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time, twelve (12) month employee, and work year as set by the Board of Education.

SALARY RANGE: $50.00 per hour

BENEFITS:

• New Jersey State Pensions & Benefits (DCRP after earning $5,000)
• Earned Hourly Sick Time
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan (employee funded)
• Optional disability insurance (employee funded)

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the board's policy on evaluations.

Approved by: Pleasantville Board of Education
Date: October 13, 2026

LEGAL REFERENCES:

N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.11 Solid waste management through 99.39
N.J.S.A. 13:1F-19 School Integrated Pest Management Act
N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1 Criminal history record
N.J.S.A. 18A:16-1 Officers and employees
N.J.S.A. 18A:16-2 Physical examinations; requirement
N.J.S.A. 18A:17-3, -4 Tenure of janitorial employees
N.J.S.A. 18A:17-41 Rules and regulations governing janitorial employees
N.J.S.A. 18A:41-2 Fire and smoke doors closed
N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et seq. N.J. Worker and Community Right to Know Act
N.J.S.A. 34:7-1 License necessary
N.J.A.C. 6A:26 Educational facilities See particularly:
N.J.A.C. 6A:26-12.1 Facilities maintenance requirements
N.J.A.C. 6A:26-20.1 et seq. Comprehensive maintenance plans
N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6 School employee physical examinations
N.J.A.C. 7:26A-1.1 et seq. Recycling rules
N.J.A.C. 8:59-1 et seq. N. J. Worker and Community Right to Know Act
N.J.A.C. 12:90-8.1 et seq. Licensing of operating engineers and boiler operators
N.J.A.C. 12:100-4.2 Adoption by reference

Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030
Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, 8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq.