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The Custodian II fulfills a key role in the safe and efficient operation of the school campus. The Custodian II is assigned to a specific school campus and is directly responsible to the school Principal. The custodian is expected to keep classrooms, office spaces, school libraries, restrooms, kitchen areas, locker rooms and multi-purpose rooms, as well as hallways and grounds, at a clean and safe level of operation. The custodian is responsible for the security of all classrooms, restrooms and buildings at the end of the workday. The custodian is expected to identify minor repair issues and address those that do not require significant time, materials or expertise. Repair and safety issues that require the attention of a maintenance specialist or outside contractor should be reported promptly to the site office manager. The custodian is expected to participate as part of a district team in the major cleanings and projects that are scheduled during school recesses and holiday periods. When needs arise within the district the custodian may be directed to assist at other sites and on major projects as requested by the Superintendent.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Custodian II
Effectively sweep, dust, scrub and mop floors with special attention to hallways, restrooms, kitchen areas and multi-purpose room areas where students eat.
Maintain and implement a schedule for waxing various floor areas and a schedule for vacuuming and shampooing carpets in classrooms and offices.
Regularly dust and/or wash walls, woodwork, light fixtures, windows, blinds, furniture and other school equipment.
Establish a work schedule in consultation with the site Principal.
Replace light bulbs and fuses as needed.
Maintain a regular review program of HVAC systems to include filters and switches to allow for proper working order.
Carry out minor repairs and adjustments to furniture and equipment.
Perform minor painting and carpentry repairs to keep rooms and offices in a safe condition.
Move furniture, equipment and school supplies.
Maintain district grounds on the assigned school site to include weeding trimming, sweeping and washing of windows and walls.
Qualifications and skills
The Custodian II is a person who:
Possesses a high degree of accuracy, neatness and pride in his/her work and performance.
Possesses a high degree of personal honesty and integrity.
Possesses an effective and appropriate level of energy and resilience to perform the assigned tasks.
Is capable of understanding and following oral and written directions common to a school custodial setting.
Is able to communicate effectively in writing and orally with staff.
Is able to read and comprehend technical writings, directions, and/or manuals common to school custodial work to include cleaning directions, operational standards and assembly instructions for cleaning and repair equipment.
Has the ability to operate and/or learn how to efficiently use a variety of tools and equipment in the daily performance of his/her work.
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
Is able to differentiate between issues of a minor nature and those that require serious and timely attention.
Possesses an appropriate sense of humor for working in a professional education setting with young students, parents, the public and school staff.
Employment Standards
The Custodial II must possess or meet the following standards:
A minimum of two years of custodial work in a school, government or business setting preferred.
Valid California Driver's license and evidence of validautomobile insurance.
Federal and Statefingerprint clearance to work with school age students.
Current TB clearance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds
Ability to perform work that may be strenuous and tiring on a regular basis
Ambulatory ability to go to different locations throughout the school setting to include climbing ladders.
Visual acuity to read reports and numbers as part of the daily activities.
District 100% paid dental and vision coverage for employee and family. District 100% paid life insurance for employee. District paid cap for medical benefits for employee and family. The position is a 12 month position with sick leave, earned vacation and 12 paid holidays + 2 in lieu days
