Custodian #183

Gridley Unified School District; Gridley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridley Unified School District is seeking a dependable maintenance worker to perform general maintenance of school facilities based on a prepared work schedule. The role includes requisitioning materials, cleaning grounds, inspecting playgrounds, and assisting with light construction and loading/unloading tasks.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, plus the ability to read safety rules and instructions and follow directions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• One year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to accept directions and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain a cooperative working relationship with others.
• Valid CA driver's license required by first day of service.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance of school facilities from a prepared work schedule.
• Requisitions materials and supplies as needed.
• Picks up paper and other debris from the grounds and buildings; empties trash containers on grounds, sweeps walks and entrances, etc.
• Inspects, cleans and restores playground and grounds, for broken equipment and vandalism.
• Does minor construction work on buildings, including painting, cement work, etc.
• Assists school personnel with heavy objects, loading and unloading of trucks and stocking shelves as requested.
• Reports the need for repairs and/or performs simple maintenance and makes repairs.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the site administrator or lead custodian.
• Makes a security check of all buildings following activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & interpretation of documents

Follow oral and written instructions

Cooperative teamwork

Valid CA driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Requirements / Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent
• One (1) year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to accept directions and carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain a cooperative working relationship with others
• Valid CA driver's license required by first day of service

Brief Description of Position

• General maintenance of school facilities from a prepared work schedule.
• Requisitions materials and supplies as needed.
• Picks up paper and other debris from the grounds and buildings; empties trash containers on grounds, sweeps walks and entrances, etc.
• Inspects, cleans and restores playground and grounds, for broken equipment and vandalism.
• Does minor construction work on buildings, including painting, cement work, etc.
• Assists school personnel with heavy objects, loading and unloading of trucks and stocking shelves as requested.
• Reports the need for repairs and/or performs simple maintenance and makes repairs.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the site administrator or lead custodian.
• Makes a security check of all buildings following activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Application deadline: 4:00pm on September 9, 2026

Opportunity to Transfer: Employees in Classification identified in position(s) above with same FTE or more may submit a request to transfer to the position/site and any subsequent vacancies resulting from approved transfers by submitting a written notice of interest to the Personnel Office by 4:00pm, August 28, 2026. To prevent a series of “round robin” job postings, unit members should apply for transfer to any possible subsequent vacancies within their present classification during this time.

Internal applicants: Submit a Letter of Interest to the District Office with verification of meeting minimum requirements.

External applicants: Apply online at edjoin.org. The following must be received to be considered: 1) EdJoin application; 2) Verification of meeting minimum requirements as indicated

Other Information: The listed shift hours are subject to change; the total hours scheduled each day are accurate.

Comments and Other Information

Fingerprinting for the purpose of conducting a background clearance will be required prior to employment. To comply with the Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Applicants will be accepted and assigned to jobs and otherwise treated without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability, as well as other classifications as protected by applicable Federal, state or local laws.