Custodian - Helendale Elementary School at Helendale School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
Helendale is a small, tight knit locality of 5,000 residents in Southern California’s high desert alongside historic Route 66. The community is known for its outstanding recreational opportunities, including off-roading, golfing, hiking, swimming and a multitude of water sports including kayaking on Silver Lakes. Helendale is just a short drive to the cities of Apple Valley, Victorville and Barstow with their expanded opportunities for shopping, dining and medical services. Helendale’s location also makes for an easy drive to Big Bear Lake, Lake Arrowhead, Palm Springs and Las Vegas. Major airports are available in Ontario and Las Vegas. Helendale sits at an altitude of 2,400 feet and experiences warm days and cool nights throughout the year. Temperature extremes can range from freezing at night in the depth of winter to summer temperatures around 100 degrees on the warmest days. The climate has low humidity year-round.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To keep assigned rooms, buildings, or office space clean and orderly and to keep assigned grounds clean and free of weeds and debris. Does specialized cleaning as scheduled.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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HELENDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT CUSTODIAN I Range 12 DEFINITION: To keep assigned rooms, buildings, or office space clean and orderly and to keep assigned grounds clean and free of weeds and debris. Does specialized cleaning as scheduled. Positions in this class are assigned custodian duties during a day or swing shift SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: May receive immediate supervision from the School Administrative Manager/Principal. May exercise some supervision of students. Exercises no supervision of adults or other employees. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Reports needed repairs to the office. Moves, adjusts, assembles and repairs supplies, equipment and furniture as required. Cleans the inside of buildings and windows according to established schedule and procedure. Unlocks and secures buildings as required. Sweeps, scrubs, mops, strips, and waxes floors. Keep walks and asphalt areas free of debris. Cleans lunch tables and areas around lunch tables, Keep rugs and carpets clean. Dusts/cleans furniture, woodwork, whiteboards, TV’s, and blinds. Cleans restrooms. Adheres to rules and regulations related to health and safety. Empty trash cans. Assists in setting up classrooms or cafeteria for meetings and/or special events. Maintains security of school property at all times. Submits orders of custodial supplies as needed. May be assigned alternative work schedules during the time school is not in session. Performs minor maintenance work at sites as needed. Supports district priorities for a safe and clean campus. Performs other related duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Experience: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Some janitorial or custodial experience is desirable. Knowledge of: Materials, chemicals, equipment, and methods used in custodial work. Ability to: To Organize and prioritize workload. Use cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials with skill and safety. Use tools in minor maintenance work Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Work effectively in the absence of supervision Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Minimum Requirements: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Passage of approved district written test. Possess an appropriate valid California Driver's license, In accordance with district insurance provisions, operate district owned vehicles. Successfully complete an oral interview. Special Requirements: Lift objects up to 50 pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work includes indoor and outdoor environments; subject to lifting, pushing-bending, stooping, use of chemicals, may be assigned to drive from site-to-site to conduct work. Revised August 17, 2022 Board Approved:10/19/2022
Requirements / Qualifications
All documents requested must be attached in order for your application to move forward in the hiring process.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (3 in the last 2 years)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Required)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
All documents requested must be attached in order for your application to move forward in the hiring process.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Reference (3 in the last 2 years)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Required)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Minimum Requirements:
Proof of HS Graduation or Equivalent, TB Clearance, Fingerprint Clearance, Passage of approved district required testing, Passage of an Oral Interview, Completion of Vector Solutions-prior to being given a start date.
Comments and Other Information
Minimum Requirements:
Proof of HS Graduation or Equivalent, TB Clearance, Fingerprint Clearance, Passage of approved district required testing, Passage of an Oral Interview, Completion of Vector Solutions-prior to being given a start date.