Custodian II

San Joaquin Delta College•Stockton, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the assigned manager, the Custodian II performs a full range of custodial duties related to the care, maintenance, and cleaning of assigned college buildings and facilities. The position reports unsatisfactory or dangerous conditions to higher-level staff and performs other tasks related to its area of responsibility. This is a deep class with Custodian I. Incumbents may be assigned to any level if they meet the education, experience, and/or certification requirements for that class, and may advance to the higher-level classification upon successful completion of its qualifications. The work takes place in indoor and outdoor environments and may involve varying environmental and weather conditions, exposure to gas, fumes, exhaust, dust, dirt, and sharp-edged tools, and working at heights on ladders. The role requires frequent physical activity, including walking, standing, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of custodial or janitorial experience.
Knowledge of custodial program operations, services, and activities.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, and supplies used for custodial work and minor building maintenance.
Knowledge of safe cleaning-product use, sanitation and disinfection principles, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
Ability to perform custodial and maintenance activities individually and as part of a team.
Ability to understand and comply with department policies and procedures and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to use cleaning chemicals and supplies safely and effectively.
Ability to manage time, follow established cleaning priorities, identify custodial and maintenance needs, and initiate corrective actions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff, demonstrated through cultural responsiveness and cultural humility.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

Perform custodial duties related to the care, maintenance, and cleaning of college buildings and facilities.
Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
Clean and sanitize restrooms, fixtures, and showers; wash windows, mirrors, and walls; and replenish restroom supplies.
Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, and fixtures; clean desks and countertops; erase boards and replace chalk or pens; replace lights; and clean and adjust shades and blinds.
Empty, clean, and sanitize waste receptacles; pick up litter and debris in classrooms, offices, and stairwells.
Assist with moving and arranging furniture and setting up rooms for meetings as requested.
Survey buildings and grounds for hazards, notify security, and report possible problems or damage.
Secure District rooms and facilities at night and open gates and classrooms in the morning, as requested.
Restock assigned campus vending machines and collect money from them.
Perform special assignments and follow instructions from assigned supervisory staff.
Assist faculty and staff with related concerns.
Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.