Custodian - Substitute

Glendale Community College; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Glendale Community College is seeking a temporary substitute custodian to perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks across campus buildings and grounds. Duties include floor care, carpet cleaning, restroom sanitation, waste handling, and light repairs under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months of custodial or maintenance experience, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork on a busy college campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of custodial or general maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of custodial and facility maintenance tasks by maintaining assigned buildings and grounds in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, waxes, and seals floors in assigned areas; sweeps sidewalks, stairs, and patios.
• Extracts, shampoos, spot cleans, and vacuums carpets and rugs in offices, classrooms, and hallways.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles and replaces liners; picks up papers and debris.
• Cleans, scrubs, disinfects, polishes, and washes windows, walls, floors, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, counters, and white boards; polishes metal work and fixtures.
• Dusts windows, blinds, wall hangings, lamps, cabinets, furniture, and computers.
• Cleans restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms; replenishes bathroom supplies; empties and replaces liners.
• Secures doors, ensures windows are locked, and reports needed repairs and vandalism to supervisor.
• Performs minor non-technical repairs and adjustments to equipment and buildings; uses a plunger to unclog restrooms.
• Moves and rearranges furniture and equipment; assists with event setups and breakdowns.
• Drives an electric cart to assist in moving tables and other furniture.

Skills

Custodial tasks

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Buffing machine

Job description

Definition

Undergeneraldirection, performsa variety ofskilledcustodialand facility maintenancetasksbymaintainingassigned buildings and grounds in a clean, sanitary,and safe condition;performs minor non-technical repairs and adjustments to equipment and buildings;assistswith moving furniture and preparing for events;andperformsother related duties as assigned.

Supervision

Work under thedirect supervision of thedepartment supervisor/manager.

Doesnot directly or indirectly supervise other employeesbutmayprovidework direction to temporary employees.

Work Schedule

This is a temporary substitute position on an as needed basis. Schedule will vary as needed for coverage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities are typical of those performed in this classfication.

• Performs a variety of custodial and facility maintenance tasks by maintaining assigned buildings and grounds in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, waxes, and seals floors in assigned areas, including classrooms, laboratories, restrooms, lobbies, stairways, and hallways as assigned; sweeps sidewalks, stairs, and patios.
• Extracts, shampoos, spot cleans, and vacuums carpets and rugs in offices, classrooms, and hallways.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles and replaces liners; picks-up and disposes of papers and other debris.
• Cleans, scrubs, disinfects, polishes, and washes windows, walls, floors, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, counters, and white boards; polishes metal work and fixtures.
• Dusts windows, blinds, wall hangings, lamps, cabinets, furniture, and computers.
• Cleans restrooms, locker rooms, and shower rooms; cleans and sanitizes toilets, sinks, and sanitary containers as assigned; cleans and sanitizes drinking fountains.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies; fills paper and soap dispensers; replaces large and small waste receptacle liners.
• Secures internal and external entry and exit doors; ensures windows are locked, and lights are turned off; identifies and reports needed repairs and vandalism to supervisor or lead custodian.
• Performs minor non-technical repairs and adjustments to equipment and buildings; uses a plunger to unclog restrooms, adjusts desks and other furniture, and changes vacuum brushes.
• Rearranges, assembles, and moves furniture and equipment such as chairs, tables, barriers, floor mats, and other items as assigned in and between rooms, buildings and/or gymnasiums as needed; assists with set-up for events including assembly and breakdown of event tents, as needed.
• Drives an electric cart to assist in moving tables and other furniture, and other related items as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The education, training, and experience qualifications are considered likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the above essential duties.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Six (6) months of custodial or general maintenance experience.

Licenses/Certifications/Other Requirements

None.

Knowledge of

• Materials and equipment used for cleaning.

• Proper use of cleaning disinfectants, supplies, materials, tools, and equipment related to custodial and maintenance work.
• Safe work practices and sanitary regulations in custodial and maintenance work.
• Safe and proper use and storage of hazardous and toxic substances.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Methods of prioritizing, planning, and organizing work.

• Correct use of the English language, including spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Principles and practices of customer service.

Ability to

• Perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance tasks.
• Read and follow safety instructions and labels on cleaning supplies and equipment, including appropriate concentrations and dilutions.

• Use custodial cleaning supplies and maintenance equipment including a vacuum cleaner, buffer, small power and hand tools.
• Assemble and move large equipment, furniture, and other items.
• Observe and report needed maintenance and repairs.
• Operate an electric vehicle on the campus as assigned.
• Prioritize work and complete assignments accurately and within established deadlines.

• Provide and obtain detailed information to/from others.
• Perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Provide customer service with a high level of sensitivity, tact and patience.
• Exercise reasonable judgment in performing job duties.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS

The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Mobility: frequent standing for long periods; frequent kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and walking; frequent reaching above and below desk level.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GCCD values diversity and recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides meaningful role models for all students. Our hiring processes support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates.

Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws, GCC provides reasonable accommodation to all individuals throughout the recruitment process and during employment with the District.

To learn more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.