CUSTODIAN II

Basic Function Under general supervision of a site administrator, a School Operations Manager, the Director of Maintenance, Operations, Transportation and Facilities Development or designee, a Custodian II leads the work of, and participates in, custodial and routine maintenance functions and activities; performs general custodial functions in maintaining equipment, special purpose facilities; buildings, offices, and adjacent ground areas in a clean, neat, orderly, safe, and secure manner; and performs other related work as required. Essential Job Functions Assists in the planning, organizing, and leading of custodial and routine maintenance functional activities in accordance with a predetermined work schedule. Inspects and reviews the work of a custodial work crew, and provides assistance and direction as necessary. Inspects equipment and grounds for safety and health problems and reports hazards or needed repairs. Prepares and submits monthly safety report. Assists at elementary and middle schools in the setup, arrangement, and operation of special purpose equipment, such as stage lighting panels, curtain operation, set arrangements and other similar functions. Leads and participates in the preparation of athletic fields and the setup of physical education equipment. Prepares supply, material and equipment requests to maintain an adequate operational inventory. Performs routine maintenance and preventative maintenance functions, including equipment adjustments, lubrication and simple part replacement. Receives and distributes supplies and equipment at the site. Assists in the planning and conduct of orientation and in‑service training programs. Assists in the maintenance of custodial operational records and custodial personnel time reports. Performs the essential functions of the Custodian I job classification in addition to the duties described above for the Custodian II classification. Provides, when requested by supervisor, technical input regarding day‑to‑day activities of Custodian I’s for the supervisor’s use in preparing the performance appraisals of custodial personnel. Participates in setting up and cleaning the football stadium and setting up for annual graduation ceremonies for assignments at high schools. May respond to alarms to provide initial situation assessment, report problems and request additional assistance and/or investigation to resolve issues (e.g., flooding, broken windows, fires, vandalism). Performs other duties related to the class as assigned. Job Requirements – Qualifications Skill to: Use the tools, cleaning materials, equipment and safety gear commonly utilized in the cleaning and maintenance of classrooms, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, offices and similar spaces (e.g., goggles, gloves, breathing masks, brooms, mops, buckets, buffers, vacuum cleaners, carpet shampooers, gym floor cleaning machine, step‑ladders, gas‑powered leaf blower, window squeegee, screwdriver, power drill, pliers, scrapers, etc.). Knowledge of: Methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining a variety of surfaces, equipment and furniture; advanced and general custodial work and custodial operations; procedures and techniques for planning, organizing, and scheduling the work of custodial personnel; safe practices and working methods pertaining to cleaning and maintenance activities, including for blood‑borne pathogens. Ability to: Organize and effectively maintain work schedules; lead and motivate custodial personnel to accomplish assigned tasks; perform medium to moderately heavy manual work activities; stand and walk during most of the work shift; assist in the training and orientation of new custodial personnel; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; work courteously and tactfully with co‑workers, students, public and parents and promote team building and a positive work environment; adapt easily to work assignments, additional priorities and new procedures; receive constructive criticism and modify work appropriately; read instructions, research job‑related information and write simple reports and status updates; work without close monitoring and meet deadlines; prioritize and identify needs and solve problems independently as appropriate; suggest procedural improvements to supervisor as appropriate; handle difficult situations skillfully using good judgment; maintain high level of professionalism and positive customer service; understand and carry out oral and written directions; efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies, equipment and safety gear; adhere to safe working practices, procedures and protocols, such as when working with hazardous materials; work in both hot and cold weather conditions, indoors and outdoors. Experience and Education Requirement Two (2) years of experience in custodial and maintenance work, preferably in a school setting. Equivalent to the completion of high school. License and/or Certificate Requirement Possession of a valid California Class C or higher Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required for positions that are assigned to travel among sites. Condition of Employment Insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier is required for positions that are assigned to travel among sites. Must receive two (2) hours of asbestos awareness training within the first 60 days of employment. Federal law requires employees receive additional asbestos‑containing building material (ACBM) training if they work in areas in which asbestos building materials may be disturbed. Physical Demands Heavy work involving lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time occasionally and frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds; may involve ascending and descending ladders, stairs, ramps and slopes, and will involve walking or standing for extended periods. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. Benefits Permanent employees receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. Comprehensive package of insurance benefits. Employees working fewer than full‑time but a minimum of four hours contribute proportionate amounts to major medical insurance benefits; employees working less than four hours per day do not receive insurance benefits. Life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours. Retirement plan with joint employee and employer contributions. Accommodations Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request, contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the accommodation. Veteran Preference Veterans honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency receive an additional 5 points added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veteran’s credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity and non‑discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr