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Substitute Custodians (VARIOUS SHIFTS AVAILABLE) - Sacramento Region, CA. at Fortune School of Education

Application Deadline

Continuous

Date Posted
3/1/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified

Add'l Salary Info

Hourly Rate: $20/hr. ;HOURS/DAYS OF WORK MAY VARY.
Length of Work Year
Year Round
Employment Type
Full and Part Time

About the Employer

About the Employer Rex and Margaret Fortune School of Education is a comprehensive education system including, non-profit preschools, a network of tuition-free, public charter schools (TK-12th), and a school of education with a masters programs and educator preparations programs accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. in Sacramento/San Bernardino County. We prepare students for college starting in preschool Transitional Kindergarten in San Bernardino and Sacramento Counties and are focused on closing the African American achievement gap. Our Mission To graduate high achieving students of good character prepared for college and citizenship in a democratic society. Our Vision To prepare teachers for service in public schools with competence and sensitivity that will enable them to develop students to their fullest potential. Our Approach At Fortune School our education philosophy is The Five Pillars--1) High Expectations, 2) Choice and Commitment, 3) More Time, 4) Focus on Results, 5) Citizenship. We follow this philosophy in all our academic programs in service to the wide range of people we serve from preschool to masters.

Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   

General Summary: The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the plant and providing excellent customer service to students and school personnel. Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Patrols school grounds, buildings and restrooms to prevent vandalism and to ensure adequate security.

  • Refer student behavioral problems to appropriate staff for correction.

  • Encourages and promotes courtesy among students.

  • Observes that safety rules are obeyed.

  • Move, unpack, and assemble furniture and building equipment.

  • Cleans assigned school or district facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, corridors, carpets, removes graffiti, windows, walls, restrooms, bleachers, stage, locker rooms, sidewalks, grounds, etc.).

  • Inspects school facilities taking preventative measures to avoid accidents and injuries.

  • Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.)

  • Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, unauthorized persons, alarms, etc.).

  • Distributes supplies, equipment and/or mail (as assigned) (e.g. fill soap dispensers, towel/toilet paper dispensers, packages, furniture, TV/VCR carts, etc.).

  • Assure building security by locking/unlocking doors at appropriate time, recognizing and correcting unsafe security conditions or reporting condition to appropriate personnel or authorities. Prepares facility for daily operations as may be required (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, unlocks doors, etc.).

  • Perform other duties as assigned

 

SKILLS TO: operate equipment used in industrial maintenance including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc.; adhere to safety practices; maintain assigned tools and equipment in clean working order; maintain classrooms, offices and other facilities in a clean, safe and secure condition; move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events; use common tools to perform minor building maintenance; use common cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.

 

KNOWLEDGE OF: methods of industrial cleaning including cleaning and preserving of floors, whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures; safety practices and procedures; cleaning tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work. Knowledge of the basic principles of first aid. Knowledge of standards of courtesy to be observed by students, school policies and procedures.

 

ABILITY TO: communicate, be understood, give and carry out instructions spoken in English; communicate to site administrators and supervisor custodial needs, schedules and concerns; carry out oral and written instructions; observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance repair; learn custodial procedures, methods and schedules; operate a vehicle with a valid CA drivers license observing defensive driving practices;  adapt to changing work priorities; communicate with diverse groups; work as part of a team; understand and be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of vendors, district personnel and administrators; maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. Learn and enforce school rules in areas of responsibility; maintain positive relationship with adolescents; deal tactfully and effectively with adolescents and adults; work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines; keep records and maintain reports.

 

 WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

 

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25% standing.  The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 


  • High School Diploma

  • 3-5 years experience as a custodian

  • College coursework is desirable but not required

  • CPR and First Aide

  • Experience in youth related activities

  • Experience working in a school setting

  • Bilingual is a plus

  • Valid CA drivers license

  • DMV report showing safe driving history

 

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.  The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

 

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

**Hourly rate is non-negotiable** Cover letter Resume 3 Reference Letters Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required. Copy of Certificate - High School Diploma required. General Summary: The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the plant and providing excellent customer service to students and school personnel. Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Shift Information: AM : Mondays-Fridays : 7 AM - 3:30PM PM: Mondays - Fridays : 2:30 PM - 11 PM. Bridge: Mondays-Fridays : 7 PM-11 PM.

Upon receiving an offer of employment, the following documents must be submitted: DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance TB screening results Employment eligibility verification (I-9) Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required


      **Hourly rate is non-negotiable** Cover letter Resume 3 Reference Letters Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required. Copy of Certificate - High School Diploma required. General Summary: The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the plant and providing excellent customer service to students and school personnel. Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Shift Information: AM : Mondays-Fridays : 7 AM - 3:30PM PM: Mondays - Fridays : 2:30 PM - 11 PM. Bridge: Mondays-Fridays : 7 PM-11 PM.

      Upon receiving an offer of employment, the following documents must be submitted: DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance TB screening results Employment eligibility verification (I-9) Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required

          Comments and Other Information

          ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Patrols school grounds, buildings and restrooms to prevent vandalism and to ensure adequate security. • Refer student behavioral problems to appropriate staff for correction. • Encourages and promotes courtesy among students. • Observes that safety rules are obeyed. • Move, unpack, and assemble furniture and building equipment. • Cleans assigned school or district facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, corridors, carpets, removes graffiti, windows, walls, restrooms, bleachers, stage, locker rooms, sidewalks, grounds, etc.). • Inspects school facilities taking preventative measures to avoid accidents and injuries. • Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) • Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, unauthorized persons, alarms, etc.). • Distributes supplies, equipment and/or mail (as assigned) (e.g. fill soap dispensers, towel/toilet paper dispensers, packages, furniture, TV/VCR carts, etc.). • Assure building security by locking/unlocking doors at appropriate time, recognizing and correcting unsafe security conditions or reporting condition to appropriate personnel or authorities. Prepares facility for daily operations as may be required (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, unlocks doors, etc.). • Perform other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE OF: • Methods of industrial cleaning including cleaning and preserving of floors, whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures. • Safety practices and procedures. • Cleaning tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work. • Basic principles of first aid. • Standards of courtesy to be observed by students, school policies and procedures. SKILLS AND ABILITY TO: • Create a safe and friendly environment. • Communicate, articulate and carry out instructions. • Inform supervisor of any needs and concerns. • Carry out oral and written instructions. • Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance repair. • Communicate with diverse groups. • Work as part of a team. • Learn and enforce school rules in areas of responsibility. • Maintain positive relationship with adolescents. • Deal tactfully and effectively with adolescents and adults. • Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines. • Keep records and maintain reports adhere to safety practices. • Be proactive. • Communicate, be understood, give and carry out instructions spoken in English. • Communicate to site administrators and supervisor custodial needs, schedules and concerns. • Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance repair. • Learn custodial procedures, methods and schedules. • Operate a vehicle with a valid CA drivers license observing defensive driving practices. • Adapt to changing work priorities. • Understand and be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of vendors, district personnel and administrators. • Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. • Some climbing and balancing. • Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. • And significant fine finger dexterity. • Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25% standing. • The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma required. • 3-5 years experience as a custodian • College coursework is desirable but not required • CPR and First Aide • Experience working in a school setting • Bilingual is a plus • Valid CA drivers license Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

          Comments and Other Information


          ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Patrols school grounds, buildings and restrooms to prevent vandalism and to ensure adequate security. • Refer student behavioral problems to appropriate staff for correction. • Encourages and promotes courtesy among students. • Observes that safety rules are obeyed. • Move, unpack, and assemble furniture and building equipment. • Cleans assigned school or district facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, corridors, carpets, removes graffiti, windows, walls, restrooms, bleachers, stage, locker rooms, sidewalks, grounds, etc.). • Inspects school facilities taking preventative measures to avoid accidents and injuries. • Maintains supplies and equipment (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops, etc.) • Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, unauthorized persons, alarms, etc.). • Distributes supplies, equipment and/or mail (as assigned) (e.g. fill soap dispensers, towel/toilet paper dispensers, packages, furniture, TV/VCR carts, etc.). • Assure building security by locking/unlocking doors at appropriate time, recognizing and correcting unsafe security conditions or reporting condition to appropriate personnel or authorities. Prepares facility for daily operations as may be required (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, unlocks doors, etc.). • Perform other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE OF: • Methods of industrial cleaning including cleaning and preserving of floors, whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures. • Safety practices and procedures. • Cleaning tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work. • Basic principles of first aid. • Standards of courtesy to be observed by students, school policies and procedures. SKILLS AND ABILITY TO: • Create a safe and friendly environment. • Communicate, articulate and carry out instructions. • Inform supervisor of any needs and concerns. • Carry out oral and written instructions. • Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance repair. • Communicate with diverse groups. • Work as part of a team. • Learn and enforce school rules in areas of responsibility. • Maintain positive relationship with adolescents. • Deal tactfully and effectively with adolescents and adults. • Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines. • Keep records and maintain reports adhere to safety practices. • Be proactive. • Communicate, be understood, give and carry out instructions spoken in English. • Communicate to site administrators and supervisor custodial needs, schedules and concerns. • Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance repair. • Learn custodial procedures, methods and schedules. • Operate a vehicle with a valid CA drivers license observing defensive driving practices. • Adapt to changing work priorities. • Understand and be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of vendors, district personnel and administrators. • Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. • Some climbing and balancing. • Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. • And significant fine finger dexterity. • Generally the job requires 5% sitting, 70% walking, and 25% standing. • The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma required. • 3-5 years experience as a custodian • College coursework is desirable but not required • CPR and First Aide • Experience working in a school setting • Bilingual is a plus • Valid CA drivers license Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.