Temporary - Custodian - Coast Center

Short-Term, Non-Continuing Custodian

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short-Term, Non-Continuing Custodian at our Coast Center located in Fort Bragg. By applying, you'll be added to our pool of candidates and considered for upcoming openings as well as on-call shifts as they come up.

This is a temporary, non-continuing position. This position is filled on an "as needed" basis.

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and faculty within the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values at the following website: MLCCD - Mission, Vision, Goals

Responsibilities

Under direction of the Center Supervisor, maintains assigned classrooms, offices, and other college facilities in a clean and orderly manner; performs a variety of diverse duties in cleaning and maintaining facilities.

We recommend downloading this job announcement as you prepare your application materials for submission. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the screening committee.

Application Procedure

Through this online portal submit the following documents:

1. Completed online application
2. Resume
3. A letter of interest that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position. Include information on how your background demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students and employees.
4. Contact Information for 3 personal or professional references (no letters please)

Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.

Salary and Benefits

This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, hours varies, on-call, $22.05 per hour. Ed Code 88003 authorizes a governing board to hire STNC employees for less than 75% of a school year, up to 180 days.

Please see the current salary schedule at: MLCCD - Salary Schedule

Benefits: The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee.

Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn forty (40) hours of sick leave per fiscal year.

Retirement: This position may be eligible for CalPERS Retirement (contingent upon number of hours worked within the fiscal year)

Representative Duties

• Maintains assigned classrooms, offices, and other college facilities in a clean and orderly manner;
• Sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes, and buffs floors; vacuums and shampoos rugs and carpets; removes stains; dusts, washes, waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork;
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, drinking fountains and waste containers; washes windows; cleans blackboards, trays, and erasers; refills paper and other dispensers; empties waste containers;
• Participates in intensive cleaning functions such as washing walls; cleaning air conditioning vents; removing finish from and scrubbing surface floors, applying sealer, finish and wax;
• Operates vacuum cleaners, buffers, and scrubbers and other custodial equipment;
• Assists in maintaining gym floors; sets up or assists in setting up for college events or community events held on-campus; moves and arranges chairs, tables, desks, and other furniture and equipment as directed;
• Picks up paper and other refuse from grounds; assists with maintenance and grounds work as assigned;
• Performs minor maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, and unclogging drinking fountains and toilets; reports cleaning and repair needs and safety hazards to proper individuals;
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments to equipment as needed;
• May respond to emergency maintenance, facility, and grounds calls as contacted during non-work hours;
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Indoor and outdoor environment; subject to adverse weather conditions; may work evenings and weekends; drives college vehicles; exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals and solutions.

Physical demands include reaching, bending, walking, standing for long periods, pushing and light to moderate lifting. Some may be required to do heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds).

Qualifications

Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including by not limited to a Live Scan background check and completion of TB test.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic, and ethnic backgrounds of students, staff, and faculty.

Valid California driver's license.

Knowledge of basic cleaning methods, equipment, tools, materials, supplies and safety procedures used in custodial work.

Ability to perform a variety of diverse duties in cleaning and maintaining facilities according to department standards. Learn and apply department standards for maintaining college buildings in a clean, safe, and orderly condition. Use and store cleaning materials, supplies, tools, and equipment safely and effectively. Observe and report cleaning and repair needs and safety hazards. Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow verbal and written directions. Move and arrange furniture and equipment as directed. Drive college vehicles; observe legal and defensive driving practices. Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Physical ability to reach, bend, walk, stand for long periods, push and light to moderate lifting. Some may be required to do heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds).

Additional Information

Important notes regarding application procedure:

All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above. Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted. Interviews are by invitation only. The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses.

Selection procedure:

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and by accessing your application profile.

Conditions of employment (prior to beginning employment):

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
• Must be fingerprinted through DOJ and FBI and have background clearance; and Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.
• Mendocino-Lake Community College District is not authorized to sponsor employment visas and be the employer of record for F-1 Visa - OPT extension

Commitment to diversity:

The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color. The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population. Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all. Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO statement:

Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

Accommodations:

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