Custodian 1

Montebello Unified School District•Montebello, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an open competitive recruitment to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. Incumbents clean classrooms, offices, and other areas at an assigned school or facility, perform minor maintenance and repairs, and help secure schools, buildings, and facilities. Successful candidates are expected to work scheduled shifts of 20 to 40 hours per week. The eligibility list remains valid for six months from its approval by the Personnel Commission. This is the entry-level class in the custodial series. Initially, employees work under close supervision while learning custodial duties. After training, they work independently to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of an assigned area at a District school or facility. Applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be assessed through examination components such as a scored supplemental questionnaire, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, or project assignment. Applicants must submit a complete application; incomplete applications will result in disqualification. The Personnel Commission may change, alter, cancel, add, or modify examination parts, weights, and dates.

Requirements

Typically, six months of full-time verifiable custodial experience in a large institutional or multi-facility setting, or sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, including basic methods for cleaning and preserving floors, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.
Knowledge of cleaning materials, disinfectants, and equipment used in custodial work.
Knowledge of safety practices and work methods pertaining to the work.
Ability to learn the requirements for maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; custodial schedules and procedures; and the use of custodial tools and supplies.
Ability to use common cleaning equipment and materials safely and efficiently and operate a variety of custodial equipment and small power and hand tools.
Ability to perform minor repairs as assigned and observe and report needed maintenance and repairs.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines and understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English at the level required for successful performance of assigned duties.
Some positions may require a valid California Driver License and proof of automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

Clean classrooms, offices, and other areas at an assigned school or facility.
Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, and polish floors; vacuum, spot-clean, and shampoo carpets; perform carpet repairs and stretching as assigned.
Assemble and move furniture, supplies, and equipment between classrooms, District sites, and vendors; transport garbage to dump grounds.
Dust and polish furniture and woodwork; clean chalkboards and erasers; empty pencil sharpeners.
Empty and clean waste receptacles and refill dispensers.
Clean, scrub, and disinfect restrooms; wash windows and walls; polish metalwork; clean bathroom fixtures; and restock supplies.
Adjust and arrange furniture and equipment and set up rooms for special events and meetings.
Perform minor maintenance and non-technical repairs on buildings and grounds, including replacing lights, and report other maintenance and repair needs.
Remove graffiti using an appropriate solution or by painting over it, and report graffiti that cannot be removed or covered.
Raise or lower flags; lock and unlock doors and gates; and report potential safety, sanitary, and fire hazards.
Operate custodial equipment and small power and hand tools.
Pick up paper and other debris from grounds and buildings.
Participate in thorough cleaning and restoration of the school plant during school vacations.