At the same time, he helped head off a simultaneous walkout by custodial workers in the schools.
According to at least one university estimate, 75% of custodial workers, as of April 12, 2006, were continuing to work during the strike.
Once the strike began, the administration several times affirmed the right of the custodial workers to unionize.
If that message isn't appreciated, the city rightly prepares for any walkout by the custodial workers.
The principal said that custodial workers had refused to vacuum carpets in her school.
The two unions represent custodial workers at all city schools.
The custodial worker went to the principal that day, but there are conflicting accounts about exactly what he said.
Some job opportunities include day care providers, school teachers, nurses and custodial workers.
The rest of the year, a few custodial workers keep the place painted, cut back, and lit.
Maria C., a custodial worker who decined to give her last name, had a similar story.