Custodian Substitutes

Los Alamitos Unified School District; Shandon (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Alamitos Unified School District is seeking a Custodian Substitute to perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks across campus facilities. You will assist with custodial needs, maintain equipment, and support teachers and staff under the Site Administrator’s direction.

Responsibilities include preparing campuses for daily use, responding to custodial requests, cleaning floors and restrooms, and setting up spaces for events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; one year custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA) and district protocols.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to follow directions and work well with others.
• Maintain records and prepare basic reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare campus for entry/exit, open/close facilities as directed.
• Maintain lockers and supervise custodial operations.
• Respond to office requests for custodial and light maintenance tasks.
• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, sinks, and surfaces; replace supplies as needed.
• Set up rooms for events; deliver books, supplies, and equipment as required.
• Monitor for pests and coordinate safe disposal of pests when encountered.
• Prepare monthly preventive maintenance or safety reports.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Health & safety compliance

Maintenance & repair

Record keeping

Pest management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Pest control tools

Lock maintenance tools

Job description

Custodian Substitute Rate: $24.90/hour

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of a Site Administrator, perform a variety of custodian and maintenance functions; assist with the custodial needs of teachers and personnel and maintain equipment in working order.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• 1. Prepare campus for entry/exit of students and staff; open/close gates, front office, classrooms and restrooms as directed.
• 2. Maintain lockers in working order.
• 3. Respond to special calls from the office directing custodial and minor maintenance activities.
• 4. Maintain small carts and other mechanical equipment; repair carts as necessary; change tires and service mechanical equipment including the sweeper.
• 5. Change furnace filters and set clocks for furnaces according to prescribed methods and perform routine maintenance on air compressors and other plant equipment, referring more complex maintenance activities to District maintenance staff.
• 6. Unlock/lock doors, gates and bike racks; turn off alarms; put up and take down flags; check for vandalism and graffiti.
• 7. Secure doors, windows and gates; set alarms; assist in enforcing campus rules and regulations regarding prohibited behavior and activities.
• 8. Vacuum and shampoo carpets and rugs; dust and clean sinks, tables and counters; wash windows and walls; sweep, mop, strip and wax floors; dust furniture, shelves, window sills, blinds, baseboards and equipment, wash walls and windows.
• 9. Erase and clean whiteboards;
• 10. Empty trash and replace trash can liners; empty pencil sharpeners.
• 11. Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of school grounds by performing tasks such as removing litter and debris and ensuring landscaped areas are well-kept, including pulling weeds and maintaining plant beds.
• 12. Monitor school facilities and grounds for signs of rodents and insects, implement preventative measures, and safely handle the removal and disposal of deceased pests.
• 13. Arrange furniture as directed; set up for special events.
• 14. Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, drinking fountains, urinals, showers, and other surfaces; unclog drains; clean locker rooms; refill paper towels and other dispensers.
• 15. Replace light bulbs and tubes; perform minor repairs as time permits; report needed repairs to appropriate personnel.
• 16. Deliver books, supplies, furniture and equipment to various parts of the campus.
• 17. Maintain adequate inventory of cleaning supplies and tools.
• 18. Prepare monthly reports on preventive maintenance and safety.
• 19. Monitor work order requests under the direction of the Head Custodian or Supervisor.
• 20. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the cleaning of buildings
• Strong understanding of current health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA standards and school district-specific safety protocols.
• Maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
• Maintenance and repair of combination locks
• Building and equipment maintenance and repair
• Record keeping techniques
• Integrated pest management

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain buildings and grounds in a clean and safe manner
• Perform basic building and equipment, maintenance and repair
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Work cooperatively with others
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersMeet schedules and timelines
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Lift heavy objects using proper safety techniques
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Work effectively within a team, coordinating with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners to complete tasks, achieve goals, and resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District’s mission, vision, and priority goals

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma, GED, or certificate of completion, and one year of experience in custodial work.