CUSTODIAN (FULL TIME AND/OR SUBSTITUTE)

Salary : $22.34 - $27.22 HourlyLocation : Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CAJob Type : Regular Full-timeJob Number : D-24 / 25-62Department : Personnel / DefaultOpening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 4 : 30 PM Pacific ASSIGNMENTPOSITION : Most permanent positions in this class are assigned to work eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days a week, twelve (12) months a year. Most newly hired employees in the class are assigned to work in the evening. An eligibility list is being established to fill current vacancies, hire substitutes and to fill future vacancies for the next six months.

• Some positions in this job classification require the incumbent to possess a valid California Driver License for which selective certification may apply (Education Code 45277).FILING PERIOD : Applications for this position will be accepted online only, Friday, February 14, 2025, to Monday, March 10, 2025, until 4 : 30 pm.
• Applicants will be sent notifications via e-mail only
• SUMMARY OF DUTIES : Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, cleans and maintains buildings and facilities, including restrooms, classrooms, offices, cafeterias, and libraries; performs general grounds and building maintenance; makes minor mechanical repairs; and secures buildings and facilities.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : Employees in this class follow well-established procedures and schedules. Good judgment is required. Custodial work also requires concentration to maintain awareness of safety hazards such as lifting heavy items, using motorized equipment and chemicals, and working alone at night, etc.The class of Custodian is distinguished from the class of Grounds Maintenance Worker in that the latter is almost exclusively involved in grounds work (e.g. mowing, trimming trees / bushes, edging lawns and operating grounds equipment) whereas Custodians perform minimal grounds work duties (e.g., raking leaves, watering plants, weeding) in relation to their overall job activities.Range 18Please click to view the entire job description. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION : Graduation from high school or its equivalency is desirable.EXPERIENCE : Custodial experience and / or custodial training is highly desirable.If you need assistance with your application, please contact Jasmine Portillo at jasmine.portillo@rowlandschools.org or call 626-854-8577. LICENSE / LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS : A valid Class C, California Driver License and use of a private automobile may be required for some positions in this class and must be maintained during employment. WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT : Employees in this classification work both inside and outside in changing temperatures, including temperatures below 50° and over 90°, in dry atmospheric conditions, poorly ventilated areas, with inadequate lighting, wet or damp areas, confined spaces, at heights using ladders or scaffolding, with electrical hazards and machinery with moving parts, sharp objects, fumes, moderate to high concentrations of silica or allergenic dust, lead, gases, chemicals, odors, vibrations, hands in water, exposure to minor contagious illnesses (cold, flu, etc.), exposure to contagious illnesses (tuberculosis, measles, mumps, chicken pox, hepatitis, etc.), in direct contact with the public, students and District personnel, and in the absence of direct supervision.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees in this classification stand, walk, push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (up to 100 lbs. with assistance); climb ladders and stairs; maintain balance; stoop, kneel, crawl and bend repeatedly; repetitively use fingers, wrists and hands while twisting or applying pressure; simultaneously use both arms, legs and hands; reach overhead; have rapid muscular coordination; hear normal voice conversation; speak clearly; operate an electric / motor vehicle; use a computer, telephone and radio. EXAMINATION OPEN / PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATIONThe examination may consist of the following : Job related written examPerformance / Structured Interview SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONPROOF OF EDUCATION : If you received your education outside of the United States, you MUST have your degree / transcripts evaluated by an approved agency transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following : RUSD will only accept evaluations from agencies listed within the document.ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENTNew employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hireAPPOINTMENTCandidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview. The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months. All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance. In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s / he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.PROCESSING FEE : New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.VETERANS CREDITFor entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied once, upon initial hire.
• For a more detailed job description, including benefits / leave information, go to to www.rowlandschools.org.VACATIONEmployees with one (1) to three (3) years of service earn vacation at the rate of one (1) day for each month in paid status for a maximum of 12 vacation days per year. The number of vacation days earned progressively increases as provided in the RUSD-CSEA Agreement, Appendix A. Part-time employees earn vacation benefits prorated on the average number of hours worked per day per month in their regular assignments.HOLIDAYSFor twelve month employees, fifteen(15) paid holidays are earned each year and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.SICK LEAVEOne (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to this District.HEALTH INSURANCEEmployees whose regular work assignment is thirty (30) hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of medical, dental, vision, life insurance and income protection. The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Click below to view the benefits summary : If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.EDUCATIONAL STIPENDBeginning the 2022-23 school year, all permanent employees who have an earned Bachelor's or Master's degree beyond the requirements for their position are eligible for a stipend. Once a transcript is submitted and verified by the Human Resources division, unit members will be eligible for one stipend based on the highest degree earned. Stipend amounts will be divided into 10 monthly payments, September - June. The stipend amount will be prorated for any midyear degrees conferred in the month the transcript was submitted to and verified by the Human resources Department. Bachelor's degree are eligible for an annual $500 stipend.Bachelor's and Master's degree are eligible for an annual $1000 stipendRETIREMENTEmployees who work 20 hours or more per week will be enrolled in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). PEPRA Member - Enrolled in CalPERS after December 31, 2012. (Your first time being enrolled in CalPERS)Classic Member - Enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013You can see an overview of how to plan for your service retirement by clicking ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT : New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.01 These supplemental questions are part of the selection process and are considered part of your application. These questions give you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to this position. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. Read the following questions and type your responses to each question thoroughly and accurately. I have read and understand this statement. Yes No 02 Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver License? Yes No 03 REPORTING HOURS DISCLAIMER : The majority (95%) of Custodian positions report to work from the hours of 1 : 00 PM to 9 : 30 OR 2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM. I would be willing to accept a position with these hours. Yes No 04 Are you interested in working as a substitute employee? Yes No 05 CONVICTION DISCLOSURE REMINDERI understand that I must disclose reportable criminal convictions and that failure to do so, regardless of expungements, will be cause for any conditional offer of employment to be rescinded due to a failure to disclose.All District staff undergo criminal background checks via the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), regardless of how long ago it was or what state it was in, IT WILL SHOW UP. Please return to the QUESTIONS section if you need to update your application BEFORE submitting your application.I have read and understand the statements above. Selecting "NO" will not absolve you from reporting your conviction properly. This question is intended to be a courtesy reminder for you to report convictions. Failure to disclose reportable convictions WILL cost you a job offer if you are selected for hire. Yes No 06 I certify that I have answered the supplemental questions accurately and truthfully. Yes No Required Question

Salary : $500 - $1,000