What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian I - Swing Shift position at College of the Redwoods?
Position Information
College of the Redwoods
Position Title
Custodian I - Swing Shift
Position Type
Staff
Department
Maintenance
Location
Eureka
Summary
Performs routine custodial and grounds cleanup at a campus including classroom, multi-use, office, and related facilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Sweeps, scrubs, mops, washes, and polishes floors. Washes windows, counters, and walls. Vacuums rugs and carpets. Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork. Cleans chalkboards, whiteboards and erasers. Empties pencil sharpeners.
- Maintains and makes minor repairs to buildings and fixtures, include changing light bulbs, clearing drains and plunging toilets. Reports other repair and maintenance needs and assists others in making repairs.
- Cleans, scrubs and disinfects restrooms. Polishes metal work, cleans sinks, mirrors, and other restroom fixtures. Maintains various classroom and restroom supplies including paper towels, soap, toilet paper, and related items.
- Properly cleans up and disposals of hazardous material and bodily fluids.
- Empties and cleans waste receptacles; indoor and outdoor.
- Moves furniture and equipment; set up meeting rooms, classrooms, offices, multi-use, and other facilities for special meeting and events.
- Turns lights on and off. Unlocks and locks doors and gates. Cleans drinking fountains and hydration stations. Responds to emergency cleanup request.
- Assists in the performance of building and grounds maintenance including blowing off and pressure washing walkways and buildings, trash pickup and cobwebbing.
- Check doors, windows, and assigned area for vandalism. Reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards.
- Disassembles and re-assembles furniture.
- Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Requires general knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial care and routine facilities maintenance. Must have a good knowledge of work hazards and safe work techniques and procedures. Requires some knowledge of chemical reactions.
Abilities
Must be able to perform all of the essential duties of the position with limited supervision. Must be able to maintain tools and equipment in working condition. Requires the ability to learn the layout and requirements of the assigned area. Requires the ability to perform routine maintenance tasks and to be able to determine when to refer more complex maintenance requirements to a supervisor. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
Physical Abilities
Requires the ability to walk, bend, stoop and perform repetitive arm and shoulder motions with moderate exertion. Must lift light to medium weight materials or equipment up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis, over 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Requires the ability to operate and maneuver demanding equipment such as floor polishers, carpet cleaners, and extension window cleaners. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to operate equipment and read safety materials.
Education and Experience
Reading and writing skills sufficient to perform duties and read and understand SDS sheets required. Prior custodial experience preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Diversity
It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
College of the Redwoods values all members of our community and strives to create a diverse, nurturing, honest, and open environment. CR is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.
Licenses and Certificates
Valid Driver’s License
Hours
Part-Time – Swing Shift hours.
25 Hours/Week, 12 Months/Year, 1300 Hours/Year
25 Hours/Week, 12 Months/Year, 1300 Hours/Year
Salary Grade
110
Salary
$21.47 - $24.16/Hourly (20-step salary range continues to a maximum of $37.63/Hourly)
Contact(s)
Human Resources
Contact Phone
707-476-4140
Contact Email
hr@redwoods.edu
Start Date
July 2025
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00380P
Requisition Number
25-136
Job Open Date
03/28/2025
Job Close Date
04/18/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Posting
https://employment.redwoods.edu/postings/4271
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during the recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university will be required.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees.
The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance is provided by the District for all full-time employees and their dependents.
Application Process
Application Process
Required Materials
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
Required Materials
Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/
You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.
1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.
Salary : $21 - $24
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