Custodian

This is an open and promotional recruitment to establish an eligibility list. The eligibility list will be used to fill any vacancies which may occur within a period of one year or until the eligibility list is depleted. Positions in this classification are full-time or part-time. Typically full-time positions are 8 hours per day, 12 months per year and the anticipated working hours of this position will be 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Part-time position are 4 hours per day, 12 months per year, Monday - Friday.

The recruitment process will consist of a training and experience examination and a structured interview which will be scheduled on an ongoing basis.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of assigned administrators and the Custodial Services Supervisor or Lead Custodian, perform routine custodial duties at a designated school site during an assigned shift; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe, sanitary and secure condition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform routine custodial duties at a designated school site during an assigned shift; 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, offices, hallways, lounges, multipurpose rooms and other facilities as assigned; dust, sanitize and wipe down desks, tables, furniture, countertops, equipment and woodwork; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris, cobwebs and graffiti as needed.

Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school buildings; empty waste receptacles and pencil sharpeners; replace trash liners.

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with paper towels, soap, toilet paper, tissues and other items; clean mirrors, tile, walls, light fixtures, doors and windows; unclog drains and toilets.

Move and arrange furniture and equipment as required; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for meetings, special events and activities as assigned; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.

Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, carpet cleaners, electric carts, blowers and other equipment as assigned.

Lock and unlock doors, windows and gates as appropriate; set alarms as required; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines.

Perform routine general maintenance and repairs as assigned; report need for maintenance and repairs to appropriate authority; replace light bulbs as needed; check and replace fire extinguishers as directed; participate in painting, plumbing or other periodic projects as required.

Report vandalism and safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate staff; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed; refer maintenance and repair needs to appropriate staff.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

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 District buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Perform routine custodial duties at a designated school site during an assigned shift.
Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe 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 time lines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, as demonstrated in their application materials, will be required to successfully complete a competitive testing process to measure the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job, which may consist of a written examination, a training and experience evaluation, a performance examination, and/or structured oral interviews. The candidates achieving the top three ranks of the appropriate eligibility list will be referred for a final selection interview. The Eligibility List resulting from this examination may be used to fill vacancies in related job classifications for which no Eligibility List exists (Ed Code 45272).

Carlsbad Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer