PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under general supervision of Area Administrator, keep facilities clean, sanitary, safe and orderly; secure buildings and perform routine grounds maintenance.

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Site Administrator and/or designee

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform general cleaning and custodial functions as assigned.

Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of cleaning and custodial supplies of assigned facility.

Lock and unlock doors and gates to ensure security of assigned buildings and related areas; turn on/off alarm systems. May assist in the alarm call response system.

Move, adjust and/or arrange furniture and equipment as directed.

Clean classrooms, restrooms, eating areas, offices, grounds and related facilities.

Clean and dust walls, furniture, windows, black/white boards, woodwork and other surfaces and equipment.

Clean and sanitize drinking fountains.

Sweep, mop, scrub, wax and polish concrete, linoleum, tile, wood floors, door panels, hand railings, etc. Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets.

Empty and clean trash receptacles.

Report safety, sanitary and/or fire hazards, and vandalism to site administrator and/or designee.

Pick up paper or debris, rake, sweep and clean walkways, entrances and parking lots.

Set up multipurpose room for a variety of designated activities: Gymnasium, assemblies, meals, special events. Set up sound systems and audio/visual equipment for such activities. Assist the public using facilities.

Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines, scrubbers, etc.

Make minor, non-technical repairs and observe and report the need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority Custodian Maintenance.

Respond to emergency cleanups such as spills and clogged drains and performs minor building maintenance repairs as required.

Replace light bulbs.

Assist in delivering classroom supplies.

Raise and lower flags.

Participate in district in-services, workshops and/or seminars.

Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licenses:
Valid California driver's license

Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, equipment used in cleaning various types of surfaces and furniture; Cleaning chemicals and their proper use; Safety practices related to cleaning methods; General building maintenance and repair work; Basic English, usage, writing and math.

Experience:
One year of experience in custodial related work and maintaining facility areas or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent, i.e. trade school/vocational training certification in areas of required skills.

Ability to:
Perform heavy physical labor; learn new skills, routines and equipment; understand and carry out oral and written instructions and read labels; maintain work schedules in performing tasks; work with limited supervision; maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; prepare accurate reports; maintain a pleasant appearance and demeanor; work as a team member.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Special training in custodial services. Maintenance background.


PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Possess physical strength and stamina to do strenuous work. New employees must pass District physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening.