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THE CITY OF NEWBURGH
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION No. 2026-2 FOR
CUSTODIAN
DATE OF EXAM LAST FILING DATE
September 19, 2026 August 25, 2026
SALARY RANGE
$41,606 - $56,045
CUSTODIAN EXAM #2026-2
Newburgh Enlarged City School District, 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill any vacancies that now exist or for any future vacancies.
There is a $20.00 application filing fee for this examination. The fee is non-refundable even for disapproved applications; therefore, applicants should be sure they meet the minimum qualifications and complete the application in full. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER POSTMARK DATE OF AUGUST 25, 2026. See reverse side for on-line application filing instructions and fee waiver information.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs routine building cleaning and semi-skilled maintenance tasks; Does related work as required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION :
The written test will be designed to test knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
1. Cleaning Tools and Their Uses :
The candidates will be presented with drawings depicting various tools and equipment. The candidates will be required to recognize the tools and know their proper uses in order to answer the questions correctly.
2. Tools Used for Minor Maintenance and Repair :
The tools and equipment involved in this subtest are those used in minor mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry repair. Candidates will be required to recognize the tools and know their proper uses.
3. Health and Safety Issues in Custodial Work
These questions test a candidate's knowledge of basic proper safety and health practices in areas of cleaning, building operation and maintenance and other areas relevant to custodians and janitors at the entrance level. The candidates will be presented with drawings showing situations of health and safety, which can be found in the work area. You are required to recognize any unhealthy, unsafe or otherwise hazardous conditions and how to correct them in order to answer the questions.
A Guide for the Written Test for Entry Custodial is available at the NYS website: Candidates not having access to a computer, or the internet may request a copy of the test guide from this office.
THE PASSING GRADE FOR THIS EXAMINATION IS 70.0
This written examination is being prepared and rated by the NYS Dept. of Civil Service in accordance with Section 23-2 of the Civil Service Law. The provisions of the NYS Civil Service Rules and Regulations dealing with the rating and review of examinations apply.
CALCULATOR STATEMENT
Unless otherwise notified, candidates are permitted to use quiet, hand-held, solar or battery powered calculators. Devices with typewriter keyboards, "spell checkers", "personal digital assistants"," address books", "language translators" or dictionaries, or any similar devices are prohibited.
VETERAN'S CREDITS
A disabled or non-disabled veteran who wishes to establish eligibility for additional credits, 10 or 5 points respectively, must claim these credits on the application. The supplemental form included with the application must also be completed and submitted with proof of war service, (DD214).
APPLICATION FILING FEE WAIVER
A waiver of the application filing fee will be allowed if you are unemployed and primarily responsible for the support of a household. Individuals who can be claimed as dependent on any other person's tax return are NOT eligible for application fee waivers as head of household. In addition, a waiver of application fee will be allowed if you are determined eligible for Medicaid, or receiving Supplemental Security Income payments, or Public Assistance, (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Family Assistance or Safety Net Assistance) or are certified Job Training Partnership Act/Workforce Investment Act eligible through a state or local social service agency. All claims for application fee waiver are subject to verification. Any candidate applying for this waiver must complete a "Request for Application Fee Waiver and Certification" form and submit it with the application for the exam before the last filing date as stated on the exam announcement. This form is available upon request at the civil service office and also on-line at
Note to Handicapped or Disabled Candidates and Saturday Sabbath Observers :
If special arrangements for testing are required, you must so indicate on your application.
How to Submit Application: Either
Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.
City of Newburgh - An Equal Opportunity Employer
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are core values to the City of Newburgh, where there is a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. These values are promoted through the daily practice of professionalism, respect, acceptance and understanding. As such, City residents along with women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
NEWBURGH CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Vera Best - Chairperson
John Powell - Commissioner
Thomas Foti - Commissioner
Michelle Mills - Administrator
Issue Date: August 04, 2026
THE CITY OF NEWBURGH
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION No. 2026-2 FOR
CUSTODIAN
DATE OF EXAM LAST FILING DATE
September 19, 2026 August 25, 2026
SALARY RANGE
$41,606 - $56,045
CUSTODIAN EXAM #2026-2
Newburgh Enlarged City School District, 124 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill any vacancies that now exist or for any future vacancies.
There is a $20.00 application filing fee for this examination. The fee is non-refundable even for disapproved applications; therefore, applicants should be sure they meet the minimum qualifications and complete the application in full. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY MAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER POSTMARK DATE OF AUGUST 25, 2026. See reverse side for on-line application filing instructions and fee waiver information.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs routine building cleaning and semi-skilled maintenance tasks; Does related work as required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
- Completion of the ninth grade and one year of building cleaning or maintenance experience; Or:
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION :
The written test will be designed to test knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
1. Cleaning Tools and Their Uses :
The candidates will be presented with drawings depicting various tools and equipment. The candidates will be required to recognize the tools and know their proper uses in order to answer the questions correctly.
2. Tools Used for Minor Maintenance and Repair :
The tools and equipment involved in this subtest are those used in minor mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry repair. Candidates will be required to recognize the tools and know their proper uses.
3. Health and Safety Issues in Custodial Work
These questions test a candidate's knowledge of basic proper safety and health practices in areas of cleaning, building operation and maintenance and other areas relevant to custodians and janitors at the entrance level. The candidates will be presented with drawings showing situations of health and safety, which can be found in the work area. You are required to recognize any unhealthy, unsafe or otherwise hazardous conditions and how to correct them in order to answer the questions.
A Guide for the Written Test for Entry Custodial is available at the NYS website: Candidates not having access to a computer, or the internet may request a copy of the test guide from this office.
THE PASSING GRADE FOR THIS EXAMINATION IS 70.0
This written examination is being prepared and rated by the NYS Dept. of Civil Service in accordance with Section 23-2 of the Civil Service Law. The provisions of the NYS Civil Service Rules and Regulations dealing with the rating and review of examinations apply.
CALCULATOR STATEMENT
Unless otherwise notified, candidates are permitted to use quiet, hand-held, solar or battery powered calculators. Devices with typewriter keyboards, "spell checkers", "personal digital assistants"," address books", "language translators" or dictionaries, or any similar devices are prohibited.
VETERAN'S CREDITS
A disabled or non-disabled veteran who wishes to establish eligibility for additional credits, 10 or 5 points respectively, must claim these credits on the application. The supplemental form included with the application must also be completed and submitted with proof of war service, (DD214).
APPLICATION FILING FEE WAIVER
A waiver of the application filing fee will be allowed if you are unemployed and primarily responsible for the support of a household. Individuals who can be claimed as dependent on any other person's tax return are NOT eligible for application fee waivers as head of household. In addition, a waiver of application fee will be allowed if you are determined eligible for Medicaid, or receiving Supplemental Security Income payments, or Public Assistance, (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families/Family Assistance or Safety Net Assistance) or are certified Job Training Partnership Act/Workforce Investment Act eligible through a state or local social service agency. All claims for application fee waiver are subject to verification. Any candidate applying for this waiver must complete a "Request for Application Fee Waiver and Certification" form and submit it with the application for the exam before the last filing date as stated on the exam announcement. This form is available upon request at the civil service office and also on-line at
Note to Handicapped or Disabled Candidates and Saturday Sabbath Observers :
If special arrangements for testing are required, you must so indicate on your application.
How to Submit Application: Either
- On-line submission of application and filing fee at:
- In person submission of application and filing fee, by appointment only. (Call to schedule). Cash, money order made payable to City of Newburgh, or credit card accepted.
- Mail in application, filing fee or fee waiver with postmark no later than last filing date to: Newburgh Civil Service, City Hall 83 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550
Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.
City of Newburgh - An Equal Opportunity Employer
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are core values to the City of Newburgh, where there is a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. These values are promoted through the daily practice of professionalism, respect, acceptance and understanding. As such, City residents along with women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
NEWBURGH CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Vera Best - Chairperson
John Powell - Commissioner
Thomas Foti - Commissioner
Michelle Mills - Administrator
Issue Date: August 04, 2026