Custodian

CUSTODIAN
POSTING IS OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL WITH PROMOTIONAL TAKING PRECEDENCE The established Eligibility List will remain in effect for one year. The District has the right to limit the number of eligible which can be reasonably used during the existence of the eligibility list. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
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1 Custodian position for 8.0 hours per day / 12 months

Application Process:
Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Tentative Testing Schedule for this Recruitment:
Written Testing Date: June 26, 2025
Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: July 9, 2025
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience and Licenses and other Requirements) shown below:
Education and Experience :
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licenses and other Requirements

• Some position in this class may require a valid California Class C drivers license.

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, kitchens, gymnasiums, auditoriums, lounges, offices, locker rooms, hallways and other facilities as assigned; clean chalkboards, white boards, trays and erasers; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; empty waste receptacles; remove gum, debris from premises, clean, and report graffiti as needed.
• Clean, scrub and disinfect student and staff restrooms; wash windows and interior and exterior walls; polish metal work, clean sinks, mirrors and other bathroom fixtures; wash mirrors, tile, walls and windows; unclog drains and toilets; restock paper supplies and soap as necessary; clean drinking fountains.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, sanitizing machine and other equipment as assigned; drive a vehicle to conduct work as assigned by the position.
• Lock and unlock doors, gates and windows as appropriate; turn lights on and off as needed; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set security system as appropriate.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; report need for maintenance and repairs to appropriate authority; respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns; monitor and update fire extinguisher tags.
• Prepare classrooms, gymnasiums, Boardroom and other facilities for special events or meetings as assigned; set up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
• Make minor, non-technical repairs as needed such as replacing light bulbs and lighting tubes.
• Deliver supplies, packages, furniture, or other items to appropriate personnel at the site.
• Move, arrange, and assemble furniture and equipment as requested.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.

Education and Experience :
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licenses and other Requirements

• Some position in this class may require a valid California Class C drivers license.

Knowledge of:

• Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work.
• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), safety precautions and procedures.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.
• Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition. Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate a variety of custodial equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment.
• Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Meet schedules and timelines.

1. All sections of the application must be completed.
2. Incomplete applications will be screened out.
3. The section titled Your Record of Experience must demonstrate the type and years of experience required for this position.
4. A resume will NOT be accepted in-lieu of a completed application.
5. All correspondence will be done by email only. Please add Governmentjobs.com to your safe sender list as some emails go to junk and/or spam folders.
6. PLEASE include three (3) professional references (this can include paid or unpaid volunteer work, persons who know of your work ).