Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

The Interdepartmental Courier plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient and timely flow of documents, packages, and materials between various Questar III BOCES schools, administrative offices, and district facilities in Rensselaer, Columbia and Greene counties. This position requires a highly organized, reliable, and detail-oriented individual with excellent time management skills and a strong commitment to accuracy and confidentiality. The Courier acts as a crucial link, supporting the day-to-day operations of the entire school district. This is a 10-month position from September through June, based out of our Castleton, NY location. The work schedule is Tuesday–Thursday, roughly 7:30 am - 12:00 pm, with possible flexibility. This is a 10 month position, working during the school year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Timely Deliveries and Pick-ups: Safely and efficiently transport interdepartmental mail, packages, supplies, equipment, and other materials to and from all designated district locations (e.g., schools, administrative offices, maintenance departments, warehouses, athletic facilities).

• Mail Processing: Sort, categorize, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring proper routing and delivery to the correct departments or individuals.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate logs of deliveries and pick-ups, including dates, times, recipients, and contents, as required. Report any discrepancies or issues promptly.

• Confidentiality: Handle all confidential documents and materials with the utmost discretion and security, adhering to district policies regarding sensitive information.

• Vehicle Operation & Maintenance: Operate a district-owned vehicle safely and responsibly, adhering to all traffic laws and district transportation policies. Conduct daily pre-trip inspections, maintain cleanliness of the vehicle, and report any maintenance needs or issues to the supervisor.

• Loading and Unloading: Safely load and unload materials from the delivery vehicle, utilizing appropriate lifting techniques and equipment when necessary.

• Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with district staff regarding delivery schedules, pick-up requests, and any potential delays or issues.

• Route Optimization: Plan and optimize delivery routes to ensure efficiency and timely completion of tasks, especially during peak periods.

• Problem-Solving: Identify and address minor logistical issues or discrepancies that may arise during deliveries.

• Compliance: Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience: Previous experience in a courier, delivery, or logistics role preferred. Experience working in a school district or similar institutional setting is a plus.

• Driving Record: Valid New York State driver's license with a clean driving record required. Must be insurable by the district's insurance carrier.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb stairs for extended periods.

  • Ability to load and unload vehicles.

  • Good vision and hearing (with or without corrective devices).

  • Ability to work in various weather conditions.

• Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Knowledge of local geography and efficient routing techniques.

  • Basic computer skills for logging deliveries (if applicable).

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily operates a district vehicle, with frequent stops at various district locations.

• May involve exposure to various weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow).

• Occasional lifting of heavy objects.

• May interact with a diverse range of district staff.

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

Questar III BOCES has a full-time Construction Technician position available based at our Marilyn Noonan School located in Durham, NY. This position will provide construction and building maintenance services for all Questar III BOCES owned facilities.  Candidate will provide scheduled maintenance of building equipment; installation and service of equipment and materials; design of small construction and maintenance projects; procure and install equipment/materials; respond to emergency calls at all Questar owned facilities and conduct snow removal as required.  Candidates must have current skills and knowledge of carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related trades

Responsibilities

• Maintain all BOCES owned facilities and equipment.
• Procure and install equipment and materials as directed by supervisor.
• Initiates and supplies all information needed for reports required by local, state, and federal authorities
• Maintains all records and plans as directed by the supervisor. 
• Designs small construction and maintenance projects
• Estimates costs in terms of labor and material for small projects
• Provides preventative maintenance on a regulated basis
• Responds to emergency service calls at all BOCES locations
• Works according to schedule established by supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for direction of contractors and/or sub-contractors on job sites.
• Performs other tasks as directed by the supervisor.

Must be available to work overtime as needed. Valid NYS driver’s license required.  High school diploma or equivalent and minimum three (3) years job related construction or building maintenance experience is required. Previous facility maintenance experience and knowledge preferred.

Questar III BOCES has an immediate opening for the Director of Health and Safety at our Central Office Location. This position is responsible for the oversight of the Health and Safety Service which provides a multitude of safety services to the BOCES and school districts both inside and outside of our regions.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Maintains a comprehensive health, safety, and risk management program for the BOCES and schools in compliance with Federal, State and local regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of NYS Fire Code and prevention; NYS Education Department regulations, including current school safety standards and best practices ; hazardous materials management; related environmental regulations; workplace hazards and mitigation strategies; accident investigation; OSHA safety standards and related plans
• Acts as the liaison with Federal, State, local and private agencies on health and safety matters
• Establishes cooperative working relationships with participating school districts and other agencies
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules
• Ability to develop and conduct health and safety procedure training programs
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong supervisory, leadership, and vision qualities are a must

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER;

a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in occupational safety and health programming or related field;

OR

b) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with an Associate's degree and four years experience as described in (a) above;

OR

c) Eight years of experience as described in (a).

For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org.

Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire)

Questar III BOCES has an immediate need for a full-time Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic based on growing service needs. This position is based out of our 1070 Rte. 9 location in Schodack, NY.  The Fire System Mechanic will work with our school district customers to inspect, test and maintain fire alarm systems; inspect kitchen suppression hood systems; complete related inspection and service reports in a timely and accurate manner; and provide customer service excellence to our clients.  Additional duties include assisting in inspection, maintenance and service of all classes of fire extinguishers. Qualified candidates must be self-directed, have the ability to work unsupervised, possess mechanical skills, troubleshooting abilities and have excellent communication skills.  This position will involve working both 1^st and 2^nd shift hours and travel accordingly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent, valid NYS driver’s license, basic computer skills, experience in testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems, experience with use of various hand tools, and ability to lift fifty pounds. Preferred candidates will have certifications in testing and maintaining fire/security alarms and kitchen hood suppression systems. Knowledge and/or experience in maintaining portable fire extinguishers is a plus.

Questar III offers an excellent benefits package.  For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.

Available Immediately - Questar III BOCES announces vacancies for part-time (20 hrs per week) Fire Systems Laborer positions based out of our 1070 Rte 9 location in Schodack, NY. These positions will work with a Questar III Fire Systems Specialist to inspect and service all classes of fire extinguishers and fire alarm systems; schedule inspections; complete related inspection and service reports in a timely and accurate manner; and provide customer service excellence to our clients. Additional duties may include assisting in maintaining, cleaning, and testing of fire alarm systems. Qualified candidates must be self-directed, have the ability to work unsupervised, possess mechanical skills, troubleshooting abilities and have excellent communication skills. Candidates must have reliable transportation. Willingness to travel and the ability to work 2nd shift hours are required. The hourly rate is $20/hour.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent, valid NYS driver’s license, basic computer skills, experience with various hand tools, and the ability to lift fifty pounds. Preferred candidates will have knowledge and/or experience in maintaining portable fire extinguishers.

Hourly pay for this position is $20 per hour.

Questar III BOCES announces a Full-time Cleaner position available immediately for our facilities in Durham NY. We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented substitute cleaners who are available to work on both short and advance notice. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and functional environment for students, staff, and visitors across assigned school district facilities.

Shift hours will be dependent on staffing needs in each location.

High school diploma or equivalent and valid NYS driver’s license required.

Ideal candidates will have facility maintenance experience and flexibility to work both 1st and 2nd shift schedules.

Bilingual English/Spanish Helpful

Intro

Questar III BOCES announces a Per Diem Cleaner position available immediately for our facilities in Troy, Castleton, Hudson and Durham NY. We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented substitute cleaners who are available to work on both short and advance notice. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and functional environment for students, staff, and visitors across assigned school district facilities. Shift hours will be dependent on staffing needs in each location.
High school diploma or equivalent and valid NYS driver’s license required.
Ideal candidates will have facility maintenance experience and flexibility to work both 1st and 2nd shift schedules.
Bilingual English/Spanish Helpful

SPANISH
Título - Limpiador Sustituto
Ubicación - Troy, Castleton, Hudson y Durham NY
Questar III BOCES anuncia una posición de Limpiador por Día disponible inmediatamente para nuestro edificio de escuelas en Troy, Castleton, Hudson y Durham NY. Estamos buscando limpiadores sustitutos confiables y detallistas que estén disponibles para trabajar con poca antelación y con aviso previo. Esta posición es responsable de mantener un ambiente limpio, seguro y funcional para estudiantes, empleados y visitantes en todas edificio del distrito escolar asignado. El horario de los turnos dependerá de las necesidades de personal en cada ubicación.
Se requiere diploma de escuela secundaria o equivalente y licencia de conducir válida del estado de Nueva York (NYS).
Se valorará el dominio del inglés y el español.
Los candidatos ideales tendrán experiencia en mantenimiento de instalaciones y flexibilidad para trabajar en horarios de 1er y 2do turno.

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

Questar III BOCES announces a vacancy for an hourly Warehouse Assistant based at our Warehouse in Castleton. and setting up conference rooms.

Responsibilities:

• Operating a box truck to make deliveries to various Questar III buildings
• Stocking shelves
• Checking in orders
• Setting up conference rooms

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of relevant work experience
• A valid NYS driver’s license
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Preferred candidate will be reliable and have basic computer skills

Hourly pay rate for this position is $20 per hour.  For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org

TVHS announces a vacancy for a part-time Cleaner.  This position will provide routine building cleaning and maintenance duties. This position will be based out of our Albany location.  This position will be responsible for routine cleaning and minor maintenance of the building.  High school diploma or equivalent and valid NYS driver’s license required.  Ideal candidate will have facility maintenance experience. 

Title - Warehouse Laborer

Location -  1070 Route 9, Castleton-on-Hudson, NY

Intro

Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone.  Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations.  We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.

About the Job

The Warehouse Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the receiving, storing, and shipping of supplies within the warehouse and school district. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. The Warehouse Laborer plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and maintaining an organized warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Driving and Loading/Unloading: Operates a box truck to deliver supplies to various Locations.  Manually load and unload trucks, containers, and other vehicles, ensuring proper handling of goods to prevent damage.

• Receiving: Verify incoming shipments against documents, identify and report discrepancies, and move received supplies to designated storage areas.

• Picking and Packing: Accurately pick supplies from warehouse locations based on pick lists/orders and prepare them for shipment, including packing, labeling, and staging.

• Inventory Management: Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and organization of 

• Warehouse Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment by sweeping, clearing aisles, and disposing of waste properly. Stocking shelves and maintaining inventory organization. 

• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with team members and supervisors to achieve daily operational goals.

• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor or management.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Previous experience in a warehouse or similar physical labor role preferred, but not always required for entry-level positions.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb for extended periods.

• Manual dexterity and ability to use hands to handle and feel.

• Good vision, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Skills:

• Strong work ethic and reliability.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Familiarity with warehouse safety procedures.

Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire). 

Questar III BOCES offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including enrollment in the New York State Employees Retirement Pension System.  For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.