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Custodian Substitute

Conejo Valley Unified School District
Thousand Oaks, CA Other
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

SUBSTITUTE HOURS ARE DAYS AND/OR NIGHTS:

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7:30 TO 4PM OR 1 TO 9:30
PART TIME SUBSTITUTE HOURS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE

APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process. For those passing Training and Experience:

2. Written Examination - TBD
Passing a Written Examination (online multiple choice) will be required before proceeding to the Oral Examination.
 
BASIC POSITION FUNCTION
Under general supervision, perform custodial services required to maintain assigned buildings or facility areas in a clean, orderly, and secure manner; keep inventory of assigned materials and items and perform minor, non-technical maintenance related repairs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS BETWEEN RELATED CLASSES

The incumbents in a Custodian class receive basic on-the-job training as it pertains to cleaning schedules and routines; incumbents work independently in maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and safety of an assigned area at a District school or facility; and may provide work direction to student workers assigned as custodian helpers. The Lead Custodian class serves as the lead worker at a large school or District facility; it is distinguished from a Custodian in that in addition to handling a regular cleaning assignment, incumbents coordinate activities between custodial staff assigned to the site, are responsible for ensuring cleaning assignments are properly completed and custodial staff has the necessary supplies to complete their assignments.

Sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, and walkways; use carpet extractor to spot clean and deep clean carpets as necessary.

Dust, wash, and clean blinds, shades, and furniture, including shelves, desks, light fixtures, and equipment.

Clean, scrub and disinfect restrooms, showers and related areas, including toilets, urinals, sinks and other bathroom fixtures; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; use plunger to unclog minor clogs in sinks and toilets.

Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors with specified solutions or cleaning products using sponges and squeegees; clean and polish furniture, woodwork and metal work.

Empty and clean waste receptacles; empty pencil sharpeners; clean chalkboards/whiteboards and erasers.

Move, assemble, and disassemble furniture, including chairs, desks and partitions, material supplies and equipment between classrooms, and District sites; set-up and put together chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities.

Sweep, blow and/or hose down concrete and blacktop surfaces adjacent to the school buildings.

Maintain security of buildings during assigned work times by locking/unlocking doors, windows, gates, and setting alarms; raise/lower the flag as assigned.

Maintain assigned floor maintenance equipment in good operating condition by cleaning and making minor non-technical repairs; change light bulbs and lamps. 

Cover or remove graffiti from desks, walls, lockers, bathrooms, buildings by cleaning with appropriate solutions or paint.

Maintain inventory and routine records, and assist in the ordering of new equipment and supplies.

Maintain and use appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g. gloves, goggles, respirator) when required.

Perform emergency shut off of major utility services and operate emergency generators depending on assigned work site.

Report safety, unsanitary and fire hazards to supervisor and appropriate Maintenance & Operations department personnel.

May perform limited grounds keeping duties seasonally and/or when working overtime assignments.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, typically met by an accumulation of experience equaling to at least six months of paid and/or volunteer verifiable custodial experience in an organizational setting.

*Alternate variations of education/experience may be considered by Personnel Commission staff as acceptable to qualify for participation in the examination process resulting in an eligibility list. When appropriate additional work experience beyond the minimum requirement may be supplemented for required minimum education requirements.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:

Positions in boy locker rooms will be assigned to male employees only.

Positions in girl locker rooms will be assigned to female employees only.

Knowledge of:

Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, whiteboards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.

Types of cleaning equipment, tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work.

Operation techniques of custodial equipment and power and hand tools.

Safe working practices and methods, including proper lifting techniques.

Ability to:

Learn and follow a planned cleaning schedule.

Mix cleaning solutions according to directions.

Lift, move and replace furniture and equipment as needed to perform floor maintenance.

Carry out oral and written instructions.

Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures

Use common cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.

Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work;

Relate effectively with a diverse staff, students, and community.

Perform simple and repetitive tasks.

Maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload.

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