Job Summary
This is a regular probationary to permanent position that includes sick/vacation days, holidays, and health benefits and contributions to California Public Employees Retirements System (PERS).
Job Description / Essential Elements:
REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLASS TITLE: CUSTODIAN BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
Clean classrooms, cafeterias, offices, hallways, lounges, kitchens, conference rooms, library and other facilities as assigned; dust, sanitize and wipe down desks, tables, furniture, doors, countertops, equipment and woodwork; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed.
Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school buildings; empty waste receptacles; replace trash liners; hose down concrete, asphalt and other surface areas as assigned.
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with paper towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile, walls, counters, light fixtures and windows; unclog drains and toilets.
Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; turn lights on and off; set alarms as required; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; raise and lower flags as assigned.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment as required; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for meetings, special events and school activities as assigned; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, carpet cleaners and other equipment.
Report vandalism and safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate staff; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed; refer maintenance and repair needs to appropriate staff; perform minor repairs on equipment; assemble and repair furniture; replace light bulbs as needed.
Monitor inventory levels of custodial supplies as required; assist with ordering, receiving and maintaining inventory of custodial supplies as assigned.
Clean chalkboards, whiteboards, chalk trays and erasers as needed.
Maintain routine records related to assigned activities.
Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods as required.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work.
Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Requirements of maintaining District buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Proper lifting techniques.
ABILITY TO:
Perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift.
Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition.
Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate a variety of custodial equipment.
Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment.
Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
Maintain routine records related to work performed.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Meet schedules and time lines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.
Walking or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to perform custodial duties.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Climbing ladders and working from heights.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.
Working on ladders.
Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Comments and Other Information
*Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a LiveScan background check; candidates must disclose any convictions on application.
Be aware that convictions expunged under California Penal Code 1203.4 will be revealed by LiveScan.
Failure to do so will result in a rescinded job offer.
Candidate selected for employment will be required to provide verification of work authorization in the form of a passport, driver's license, or other equivalent and social security card.
TB skin test required.
Redondo Beach Unified School District (RBUSD) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in all district programs, activities, and employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, pregnancy, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Redondo Beach Unified School District prohibits sexual harassment of RBUSD employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
For more information, you may contact the Title IX Coordinator/ Director of Student Services Jason Kurtenbach, E-mail: ******, Telephone: 310-379-5449