Custodian Substitute

Conejo Valley Unified School DistrictThousand Oaks, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, perform custodial services required to maintain assigned buildings or facility areas in a clean, orderly, and secure manner; keep inventory of assigned materials and items and perform minor, non-technical maintenance related repairs. The incumbents in a Custodian class receive basic on-the-job training as it pertains to cleaning schedules and routines; incumbents work independently in maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and safety of an assigned area at a District school or facility; and may provide work direction to student workers assigned as custodian helpers.

Requirements

  • Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, typically met by an accumulation of experience equaling to at least six months of paid and/or volunteer verifiable custodial experience in an organizational setting.
  • Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list.
  • When appropriate additional work experience beyond the minimum requirement may be supplemented for required minimum education requirements.
  • Knowledge of modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of types of cleaning equipment, tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work.
  • Knowledge of operation techniques of custodial equipment and power and hand tools.
  • Knowledge of safe working practices and methods, including proper lifting techniques.
  • Ability to learn and follow a planned cleaning schedule.
  • Ability to mix cleaning solutions according to directions.
  • Ability to lift, move and replace furniture and equipment as needed to perform floor maintenance.
  • Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
  • Ability to use common cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to relate effectively with a diverse staff, students, and community.
  • Ability to perform simple and repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload.

Nice To Haves

  • Positions in boy locker rooms will be assigned to male employees only. Positions in girl locker rooms will be assigned to female employees only.

Responsibilities

  • Sweep, scrub, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, and walkways; use carpet extractor to spot clean and deep clean carpets as necessary.
  • Dust, wash, and clean blinds, shades, and furniture, including shelves, desks, light fixtures, and equipment.
  • Clean, scrub and disinfect restrooms, showers and related areas, including toilets, urinals, sinks and other bathroom fixtures; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; use plunger to unclog minor clogs in sinks and toilets.
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors with specified solutions or cleaning products using sponges and squeegees; clean and polish furniture, woodwork and metal work.
  • Empty and clean waste receptacles; empty pencil sharpeners; clean chalkboards/whiteboards and erasers.
  • Move, assemble, and disassemble furniture, including chairs, desks and partitions, material supplies and equipment between classrooms, and District sites; set-up and put together chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities.
  • Sweep, blow and/or hose down concrete and blacktop surfaces adjacent to the school buildings.
  • Maintain security of buildings during assigned work times by locking/unlocking doors, windows, gates, and setting alarms; raise/lower the flag as assigned.
  • Maintain assigned floor maintenance equipment in good operating condition by cleaning and making minor non-technical repairs; change light bulbs and lamps.
  • Cover or remove graffiti from desks, walls, lockers, bathrooms, buildings by cleaning with appropriate solutions or paint.
  • Maintain inventory and routine records, and assist in the ordering of new equipment and supplies.
  • Maintain and use appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g. gloves, goggles, respirator) when required.
  • Perform emergency shut off of major utility services and operate emergency generators depending on assigned work site.
  • Report safety, unsanitary and fire hazards to supervisor and appropriate Maintenance & Operations department personnel.
  • May perform limited grounds keeping duties seasonally and/or when working overtime assignments.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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