What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Custodian #58-25 Promotional Only position at Newport-Mesa Unified School District?
The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications
THE VACANCY:
This recruitment is PROMOTIONAL ONLY which means that only permanent employees of the District can apply.
There is currently one vacancy located at Harbor View Elementary School, working 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 12 months per year. This position works during the day from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Please apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nmusd.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, perform responsible custodial activities including grounds and maintenance work for an assigned school site; maintain campus buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition; train, schedule and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school and two years custodial experience.
LICENSES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license.
Examination Procedures And Information
Exam Weight
Supplemental Questions: Qualifying
Written Examination: 50%
Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 50%
The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.
Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.
The virtual written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 7th. The virtual Qualifications Appraisal Interview (Oral Exam) is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 21st. You will be notified by email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment.
Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.
If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service. Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District. In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the domain @nmusd.us and @governmentjobs.com to your safe senders list.
Job Responsibilities
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assign and participate in custodial activities at an assigned school site; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; empty waste receptacles.
Assign and participate in cleaning classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices and other facilities as assigned; spot mop spills; remove gum debris and graffiti as needed; scrub outside tables and hose outside areas as required.
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
Train, schedule and provide work direction to assigned staff; prepare cleaning and maintenance schedules including school vacation clean-ups; inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance with instructions and established standards; confer with supervisor regarding work performance of assigned staff.
Maintain records and submit reports including security, maintenance requests, work orders, safety matters, operation costs, use of facilities and related matters; report needs for repairs to the appropriate authority.
Identify custodial needs; confer with other departments regarding custodial projects and activities at assigned site; prepare work orders.
Maintain facility security by checking doors, windows and lights; set alarms and respond to alarm service requests; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed; inspect campus for graffiti, broken glass and other potential security issues.
Prepare school for opening as assigned by the position; lock and unlock doors and gates; prepare parking lot and set up traffic cones; raise and lower flags as required; turn on assigned lights; set up school equipment; patrol parking lots.
Order, receive, check and distribute custodial supplies and equipment as needed; maintain related inventory records.
Perform a variety of routine general maintenance and repair to equipment and furniture as assigned; assemble and perform minor repair to furniture as needed; operate and adjust heating and ventilation equipment; water grass and landscaped areas as assigned.
Perform and direct the set-up of rooms for meetings and special events; move and arrange furniture and equipment; oversee and maintain room booking system.
Participate in annual school cleanups and renovations; strip and wax floors; scrub carpets, clean walls, furniture, computers and boards.
Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned.
Dispose of deceased animals as required; contact animal control to resolve more complex problems and injured animals.
Operate and check fire extinguishers and related equipment; maintain related records; operate a vehicle to conduct work as needed.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Modern cleaning methods including methods of cleaning floors, blackboards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
Principles of training and providing work direction.
Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Proper lifting techniques.
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Inventory methods and practices.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
MSDS reporting procedures and requirements.
Maintain campus buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly and secure fashion.
Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate a variety of custodial equipment.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.
Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
Estimate and order required custodial supplies and equipment.
Confer with site administrators and supervisor regarding custodial needs, schedules and concerns.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Assign and review the work of others.
Plan and organize work.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Perform minor repairs on equipment and furniture.
Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.
Walking or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read and perform custodial duties.
Carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Climbing ladders and working from heights.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.
Working on ladders.
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