Senior Custodian

Lompoc Unified School District; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Holiday pay

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Lompoc Unified School District is seeking a Senior Custodian for LVMS to maintain facilities in a clean, safe, and secure condition. The role supports evening events and supervises custodial staff in the absence of leadership, with opportunities to coordinate repairs and upkeep across site areas.

Qualified applicants will have high school graduation plus custodial experience; some positions may require a California driver’s license, and standard district safety and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and two years of custodial experience (minimum).
• Some positions may require a valid California Class C driver’s license.
• Fingerprinting and medical/physical requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent custodial activities at an assigned site, keeping buildings clean, orderly and secure.
• Sweep, mop, scrub floors; vacuum carpets; clean restrooms and windows; report hazards as needed.
• Prepare facilities for events; arrange chairs, tables and equipment; assist with setup and cleanup.
• Provide guidance to assigned staff; communicate safety issues and facility usage guidelines.
• Lock/unlock doors and maintain security per guidelines; monitor and respond to safety concerns.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment; deliver supplies as required.

Job description

SENIOR CUSTODIAN

1 Senior Custodian position for 8.0 hours per day / 12 months at LVMS

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (Minimum Qualifications for Education and Experience and Licenses and other Requirements) shown below:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years of custodial experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Some positions in this class may require a valid California Class C driver’s license.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, perform independent custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

• Perform independent activities at an assigned school site or facility; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; resurface gym floor as needed.
• Clean gym building, locker room facilities, Education Center Complex, preschool, print shop, central kitchen, preschool and/or other assigned school areas; empty waste receptacles; remove gum, debris and clean or report graffiti as needed.
• Clean, scrub and disinfect restrooms; wash windows and interior and exterior walls; polish metal work, clean sinks, mirrors and other bathroom fixtures; wash mirrors, tile, walls and windows; unclog drains and toilets; restock paper supplies and soap as necessary; clean drinking fountains.
• Prepare gymnasiums and other facilities for special events or meetings as assigned; set up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
• Inform students and public on the use of facilities and provide information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of facilities; attend evening events and assist the general public to provide support and coordinate other custodial staff in the absence administration staff or lead custodial personnel.
• Provide work direction and guidance to assigned custodial and substitute personal in the absence of the Lead Custodian.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, sanitizing machine and other equipment as assigned; drive a vehicle to conduct work as assigned by the position.
• Lock and unlock doors, gates and windows as appropriate; turn lights on and off as needed; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set security system as appropriate.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; report need for maintenance and repairs to appropriate authority; respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns; monitor and update fire extinguisher tags.
• Make minor, non-technical repairs as needed such as replacing light bulbs and lighting tubes.
• Coordinate the delivery of a variety of items for a variety of routine use or special events; deliver supplies, packages, furniture or other items to appropriate personnel at the site.
• Move, arrange and assemble furniture and equipment as requested.

OTHER DUTIES

• Attend meetings, in-service training and workshops as assigned.
• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.
• Assist with general grounds or maintenance activities as required by the position.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Some positions in this class may require a valid California Class C driver’s license.

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 buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
• Communication skills.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO

• Perform independent custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly 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.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Meet schedules and timelines.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Employment Verification: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the District must verify that all new employees, at the time of hire, have proof of their right to work in the United States.

Fingerprinting: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted. AB 1610 prohibits employment until the Department of Justice completes its obligations regarding the arrest and conviction information.

Medical and Physical Requirements: Verification of freedom from tuberculosis will be required. A medical examination may be required of eligible candidates.

Anti-Discrimination Statement: The Lompoc Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying and sexual harassment based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, immigration status, marital status, parental status, family status, pregnancy status, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in all educational programs, school related or school-sponsored activities, school attendance or employment policies which may have an impact or create a hostile environment at school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and other applicable laws and regulation. For questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying or sexual harassment, please contact the District's Discrimination, Equity, and Title IX Compliance Officer: Assistant Superintendent Education Services, 1301 N. A ST, Lompoc CA 93436 [phone]

Lompoc Unified School District offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, long-term disability, cancer insurance, accident insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

A fully paid District provided medical plan is provided for each full-time classified employee. A full-time employee who does not enroll in a medical plan will automatically be enrolled in the least expensive medical plan.

A less than full-time employee working at least four (4) hours or more a day may enroll District provided plans at a prorated rate.

Employees can choose to enroll and purchase dental, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, long-term disability, cancer insurance, and accident insurance.

District paid family and single-vision plans are offered to all employees regardless of full-time or part-time status.