Review Vacancy

Date Posted: 04/10/26
Applications Due: 04/23/26
Vacancy ID: 213657

Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of - Veterans Home at Batavia

TitleCleaner

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade05

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $34312 to $42565 Annually

Employment Type Part-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Variable

"Other" Explanation Hours are 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 50% work week, every other weekend, with the possibility of extra hours.

Hours Per Week 20

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Genesee

Street Address NYS Veterans Home at Batavia

220 Richmond Avenue

City Batavia

StateNY

Zip Code14020

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is responsible for performing a variety of cleaning tasks. It requires following specialized disinfectant, waste disposal, and cleanliness standards. The role involves collecting and emptying trash and recycling in accordance with schedules; cleaning and removing hazardous items, waste, and spills; and disposing of, transporting, or placing such items in appropriate receptacles, following proper procedures.

The position requires assembling cleaning carts; preparing, mixing, and diluting cleaning solutions; and washing floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, detergents, brushes, and other devices. The incumbent vacuums, strips, and waxes floors, and shampoos carpets using manual or mechanical equipment; and scrubs and cleans showers and restrooms, including toilets, sinks, and drains, using hand-operated equipment and agents.

In addition, the incumbent replaces light bulbs, and dusts or washes light fixtures and high places (such as ceilings) using ladders and other equipment; polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment; monitors supplies; and notifies supervisors of supply levels, equipment malfunctions, and maintenance issues.

Furthermore, the incumbent is responsible for replacing, cleaning, and/or hanging building fixtures and decorative items (such as curtains, blinds, and pictures); moving and arranging furniture for events; and performing grounds maintenance, such as removing snow, salting walkways, cleaning sidewalks, and mowing lawns. Additional duties include routine laundry tasks and changing bed linens.

Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience requirements for this class. Cleaners must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Reassignment: Current New York State Department of Health Veterans Home at Batavia employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as a Cleaner.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have experience in a long-term care geriatric setting cleaning.

Additional Comments Must be flexible and available to work varied hours, including every weekend and holidays. Variable days off during the week.

Salaries are prorated for part-time.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resource Management Group

Telephone 585-345-2068

Fax 585-345-2068

Email Address HumanResourcesBatavia@nysvets.org

Address

Street NYS Veterans Home at Batavia

220 Richmond Avenue

City Batavia

State NY

Zip Code 14020

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to HumanResourcesBatavia@nysvets.org, with Reference Cleaner/ included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources,220 Richmond Avenue Batavia, NY, 14020 or by fax to 585-345-2068. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.