Custodian – Real Estate Division (TEX 2708)

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

The 2708 Custodian works under supervision and performs routine manual cleaning tasks in public buildings, schools, other facilities, and surrounding areas, along with related duties as required. The position is in the City and County of San Francisco’s Office of the City Administrator, Real Estate Division, which provides property and facility management services for City-owned properties and supports City departments. This is an as-needed Temporary Exempt position, limited to 1,040 hours per fiscal year, and excluded from the competitive Civil Service examination process. The position serves at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. Work hours are on call. Compensation is $33.6375 per hour.

Requirements

At the time of application, provide verification of completed or current enrollment in a custodial training course equivalent to the City College of San Francisco Custodial Training program. Applicants enrolled at the time of application must provide proof of course completion before appointment; they remain under waiver until verification is provided; OR
Six months (1,040 hours) of verifiable paid full-time custodial or janitorial experience at a commercial building or facility.
Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals, disinfectants, safety practices, and equipment used in janitorial work.
Ability to use and care for janitorial equipment and supplies; read and write; and follow written and oral directions.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in operating and maintaining industrial cleaning equipment, including industrial vacuums, floor buffers, pressure washers, and carpet extractors.
Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to respond to short-notice scheduling needs.

Responsibilities

Sweep, scrub, mop, spot-clean, and wax floors; vacuum and clean rugs and carpets.
Clean, dust, and polish cabinets, furniture, and woodwork; empty and clean waste receptacles and ashtrays.
Clean stairways, hallways, offices, and lobbies; disinfect restrooms and replenish supplies; perform minor unplugging of sinks and toilets as needed.
Clean ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, and Venetian blinds.
Assist with moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
Turn out lights and lock doors and windows.
Operate scrubbers, buffers, waxers, and related electrical appliances and equipment.
May tend simple, low-pressure heating and ventilating systems, check water levels in gauges, and perform routine servicing of boilers and pumps.
In recreational areas, clean auditoriums, gymnasiums, clubhouses, and locker rooms; pick up papers and rubbish in play areas; hang flags and decorations; and report evidence of vandalism or damage to plumbing, windows, doors, or locks.
May wash interior glass partitions and interior or exterior windows that can be easily reached from floor or ground level.
As a school custodian, may supervise students and maintain order during recess, distribute refreshments, and perform minor repairs to chairs, desks, and toys.