IN-HOUSE ONLY: Custodian (3 vacancies)

Coast Community College District•Costa Mesa, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Orange Coast College (OCC) is seeking equity-minded individuals for a classified employee role as a Custodian under the Administrative Services Wing, as part of the Maintenance and Operations Department. This position is open to internal permanent and temporary Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees only. The college's 164-acre campus is located in Costa Mesa, minutes from Southern California beaches, with a campus in Newport Beach. OCC was founded in 1947 with a mission to serve the educational needs of a diverse community, empowering students through high-quality, culturally responsive, and innovative programs. The college promotes student development and equitable outcomes by fostering a respectful, inclusive, caring, and participatory campus climate. Ideal candidates will share OCC’s dedication to transforming lives through education and serving a diverse student population. OCC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The Maintenance and Operations Department has developed a management process for Custodial Services operations to quantify cleaning costs and optimize the cleaning process using best practices. Custodial Services operates under HHPC as a full operating Team Cleaning Operation, utilizing state-of-the-art cleaning technology for high productivity. There are 5 Team Cleaning Teams, each with five full-time employees, who clean all of OCC's 1.1 million square feet of cleanable space, including the Coast Community College District Office and Waterfront Campus. The Coast Community College District includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College, serving over 60,000 students annually. The District values diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism, striving to create a culture of inclusive excellence.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial care and routine facilities maintenance.
Basic knowledge of daily college schedules, routines, and events.
Working knowledge of and skill at operating custodial cleaning equipment.
Working knowledge of work hazards and safe work techniques, including lifting procedures.
Basic knowledge of chemical reactions and proper safety precautions for use.
Basic knowledge of fixture repairs.
Sufficient reading and writing ability to read work instructions and document work activity onto standardized forms.
Sufficient human relations skill to work with other Custodians and exercise courtesy when dealing with others.
Ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
Must be able to observe all safety precautions and procedures.
Must be able to operate and maintain tools and equipment in a working condition.
Ability to perform routine maintenance tasks and to be able to determine when to refer more complex maintenance requirements to a supervisor.
Ability to follow oral and written directions and to work independently and collaboratively.
Must be able to apply District policies and procedures.
Must be able to respond to emergencies.
Ability to work various work shifts to support cleaning routines, special projects, and events.
Ability to obtain district-sponsored Hazardous Materials Awareness training.
High School diploma or GED.
One year of prior custodial experience.
Evidence of demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic, gender, gender identity, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Must be able to obtain a First Aid and CPR card within a reasonable time.

Nice To Haves

May require a valid driver's license.
May require the ability to obtain a First Aid and CPR card within a reasonable time.

Responsibilities

Cleans, dusts, and disinfects restrooms and locker rooms including floors, stalls, toilets, urinals, and fixtures.
Removes trash and waste. Cleans trash receptacles and replaces liners.
Replenishes soap and towel dispensers.
Cleans public entry and use areas including, but not limited to hallways, stairways, and meeting rooms.
Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, door handles, and door push plates.
Sweeps and mops hard floors and baseboards, spot cleaning as necessary, and wet mopping on a regularly scheduled basis.
Vacuum and spot clean carpeted areas.
Performs regularly scheduled cleaning of classroom, laboratory, public gathering, conference, and office areas including, but not limited to furniture, fixtures, and boards.
Maintains a safe and clean walkway and grounds surrounding the assigned area.
Picks up litter. Empties and cleans outdoor trash.
Rearranges, moves, and sets furniture and equipment in place, according to established instructions and seating arrangements.
May assist others in assembling furniture, removing from and properly disposing of packaging materials.
Sets up and takes down seating and equipment for various events, including theater and athletic venue use.
May set up special equipment such as barriers, benches, bleachers, floor mats, and other equipment.
Participates in major cleaning projects that include, but are not limited to, carpet cleaning and floor stripping and refinishing.
Secures internal and external entry and exit doors, ensuring that windows and lights are locked and off.
Communicates the need for work order requests for maintenance services to a Senior Custodian, supervisor, or other designated resource.
Documents work activities and unanticipated occurrences.
Checks and records emergency eye wash and shower stations, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and emergency telephones for proper functioning or stock.
Inspects equipment used on a regular basis for function and required servicing.
Makes minor repairs and arranges for complex repairs.
May perform routine minor servicing and maintenance to fixtures such as, but not limited to minor plumbing adjustments, oiling of door hinges and wall panel glide tracks, tightening of loose fixtures, repair of electrical cords, repair or replacement of dispensers, and minor carpet repairs.
Maintains a safe working environment in the assigned area(s), notifying the appropriate resources of safety hazards observed and/or taking action to mitigate or eliminate potential hazardous conditions.
Ensures that secondary containers for cleaning and other products are properly labeled.
Follows Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) instructions for handling and disposal of custodial products.
Reviews, orders, and maintains custodial supplies ensuring expenditures remain within the parameters of the supervisor-determined budget.
Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objectives of the position.
Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics.