What are the responsibilities and job description for the CUSTODIAN - Reach for the Stars position at Whittier City School District?
The custodian works under supervision, to maintain assigned school facilities, group of buildings, or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner following a predetermined schedule, and to do other related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
• Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques
• Cleaning materials, supplies and equipment
• Safe working method and procedures
Ability to:
• Perform moderately medium to heavy manual activities
• Efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies and equipment
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions in English
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes and seals floors • Vacuums rugs and carpets • Dusts, washes, and polishes furniture and woodwork • Empties and cleans waste receptacles, including rash barrels • Cleans restrooms, locker rooms, and showers • Washes windows and walls, polishes metalwork and cleans chalkboards/dry-erase boards • Moves and arranges furniture and equipment in preparing multipurpose rooms or classrooms for special events or meetings • Replaces light bulbs and lighting tubes • Cleans window coverings, such as drapes and blinds • Picks up paper and other debris from school grounds, walk areas, and the areas adjacent to the school facilities • Sweeps concrete surfaces adjacent to the school buildings • Performs emergency cleanup service resulting from breakage, vandalism, graffiti, spilling, and illness • May raise and lower flags, and lock and unlock gates and doors, and set security systems • Assists in receiving and distributing supplies and equipment • May perform minor maintenance tasks in keeping assigned areas safe and operational • May occasionally perform routine ground maintenance functions • Assists in reporting and preventing facility vandalism
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. • Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 50 to 75 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. • This type of work may involve ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps, and will involve walking or standing for extended periods. • Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. • Exposure to hot, cold wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
A high school diploma or equivalent and any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: • Experience: One year of paid experience involved with care and cleaning of buildings and facilities • Education: High school diploma or equivalent
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• License Requirement: Possession of valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License • Condition of Employment: Insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
• Application
• Proof of high school graduation/GED
• Current resume with references
• Current DMV Printout
Welcome to the Whittier City School District, a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade school district with eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one K-8 school. We serve approximately 6,300 students who matriculate into the Whittier Union High School District. Whittier City School District offers advanced technology programs, including 1:1 devices, Apple TV, and innovative instruction to support all students. Whittier City School District is one of seven local districts that join together in a Special Education Cooperative (SELPA) serving Whittier area special needs students. The Board and community support the Visual and Performing Arts, including music and art teachers at every school. Whittier puts "Students First. Every Decision - Every Day. • Current California Department of Motor Vehicle Driving History (less than 6 months). Obtain Driving History printout from Department of Motor Vehicles only. It will have blue watermark. Submit all pages. • High School Diploma/GED (minimum requirement) • Updated resume with references and their contact phone numbers included
