CUSTODIAN I (2344)

Glendale Unified School District; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Glendale Unified School District is seeking a Custodian I to perform a broad range of cleaning and maintenance tasks in district facilities. The role supports a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for students and staff, with shift hours typically 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

and night differential applied where appropriate. Substitute positions are paid at the first step of the salary range, and permanent roles may receive merit increases after probation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of custodial cleaning methods and safety.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and perform physical work.
• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wax, and seal floors; vacuum rugs; dust and polish furniture.
• Clean restrooms and windows; empty waste receptacles; wash walls.
• Replace light bulbs and ensure doors/windows are locked; monitor assigned areas.
• Move and set up furniture for events; oversee areas to prevent vandalism.

Skills

Custodial cleaning methods

Safety practices

Equipment operation

Job description

Custodian I

Performs a wide variety of custodial and maintenance tasks for assigned buildings and grounds in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition.

RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. APPLICATION FILING PERIOD MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

IMPORTANT: The current recruitment process is primarily focused on hiring substitute Custodians (temporary/as-needed basis paid at the first step of the salary range). Permanent opportunities may also become available at a later time and will include salary increases. See 'Examination Process' section below.

Positions are 8 hours per day and 12 months per year. Work shifts are primarily during the hours of 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Night differential pay is added to the hourly pay rate.

Note: A more complete list of duties and responsibilities for this classification can be found on our website at www.gusd.net: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd/classspecs.

• Sweeps, mops, waxes, and seals floors.
• Vacuum rugs.
• Dusts, washes, and polishes furniture and woodwork.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles.
• Washes windows and walls.
• Cleans restrooms.
• Sweeps sidewalks and picks up papers.
• Cleans drinking fountains.
• Polishes metal work.
• Fills paper and soap dispensers.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Turns out lights and locks doors and windows.
• Oversees assigned areas to prevent vandalism.
• Moves, arranges, and sets up furniture and equipment for special events and meetings.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of:

• Common custodial cleaning methods and techniques.
• Safe work practices.
• Common cleaning materials, tools, and equipment.
• Schedules and operational requirements of the school facility to which assigned.

Ability to:

• Follow schedules and procedures.
• Perform the physical activities involved in common custodial work including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Operate custodial cleaning equipment.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Be insured at standard vehicle liability and property damage insurance rates and maintain liability.
• Carry, monitor calls, and communicate with two-way radios.
• Use, read and maintain a digital calendar, district email account, and any other form of digital correspondence requested.
• Wear GUSD ID badge and uniform shirts, as provided by the district.

Minimum Requirements:

None.

Licence or Certificate

Possession of a valid State of California Class C driver's license.

Desirable:

Written and oral proficiency in a second language.

A review

A review of the applicants experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. For substitute positions, this will include an interview. For permanent positions, it may include a multiple-choice written test and will include a qualifications appraisal interview. Based on their status, candidates will be notified of the details at the appropriate time.

Note regarding the salary

Substitute employees are paid a fixed hourly rate at the first step only (plus night differential if applicable).Permanent employees receive full benefits; may earn higher rates upon successful completion of the probationary period (step 2 after 130 days of paid service) and may receive merit increases each year up to the maximum amount (step 9). After an offer of employment a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer, the candidate must complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB848), the district is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling [phone], Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel:
Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1209, [e-mail]
Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1500, [e-mail]

Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 North Jackson St., [phone], Ext. 1209, [e-mail]