Job Details

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment: Indoor and outdoor work environment. Regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors. Evening or variable hours.
Hazards: Contact with cleaning agents and chemicals.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Bargaining Unit Position, Range 8
This position is 40 hours week/12 months a year
Schedule will be: Monday - Thursday 6:00 pm to 2:30 am, Friday 10:30 am - 7:00 pm
Schedule subject to change based on District needs

LOCATION
The primary location for this position is Palm Desert Campus.
Location is subject to change based on District need

INTERVIEWS
Interviews are tentatively scheduled for fourth week of May 2018

Examples of Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Perform a variety of custodial activities; sweep, scrub, mop, wax, and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices, and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop, and clean gymnasium floor; mop spills and remove gum and debris.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers, and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper, and others items; clean mirrors, tile and windows; dust and polish furniture and woodwork.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, erasers, and empty pencil sharpeners.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system on and off.
• Pick up paper, trash, and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; empty and clean trash and garbage cans; replace liners.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffer, carpet cleaner and sweeper and utilize mops, brooms, and other related equipment.
• Set up lecture hall for classes and events as required; move furniture and set up chairs, tables, bleachers, and other facilities for special events and activities.
• Assist with security during special events and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance; proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies; proper lifting techniques.

Ability to: Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms, and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition; use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to pre-determined standards; learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures, and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work; learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures; maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security; observe and report need for maintenance and repair; understand and follow oral and written directions; meet schedules and time lines; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; move heavy furniture and equipment; climb ladders to replace lights; walk or stand for extended periods; bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch; reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year experience performing custodian duties.

Supplemental Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
• List of Professional References: References should include at least two supervisors and two colleagues. Please include name, title, email, and current phone numbers for all four references. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of Professional References.