SUBSTITUTE - Custodian

Livermoreschools; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Livermoreschools is looking for a Substitute Custodian responsible for performing routine cleaning and custodial functions at assigned school sites in California. The role involves maintaining the cleanliness of classrooms and facilities, responding to emergencies, and ensuring security while performing custodial duties.

Candidates must have a valid California Drivers License, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of custodial experience. The position may include heavy physical labor and a variety of cleaning tasks.

Please refer to the Substitute Salary Schedule for compensation details.

Qualifications

• Valid California Drivers License required.
• One year custodial experience or equivalent necessary.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine janitorial and custodial functions.
• Clean and maintain assigned school site(s).
• Respond to emergency clean-ups and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Modern cleaning methods

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Substitute Custodian

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Custodian I is responsible for performing routine cleaning and custodial functions at assigned school site(s) or facility.

The Custodian I works closely with specific staff to perform custodial duties at school site(s) and other facilities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Performs routine janitorial and custodial functions at assigned site(s)
• Cleans, sweeps, mops, vacuums, dusts all offices, classrooms and related facilities. Includes walls, windows, floors, drinking fountains, etc.
• Picks up paper debris and empties all trash receptacles
• Replaces lights in light fixtures
• Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines, scrubbers, etc.
• Locks and unlocks doors, windows and gates to ensure security of buildings and related areas
• Assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for assemblies, lunch, athletic events, meetings and special events upon request to include arranging chairs, desks, equipment, etc.
• Observes and reports the need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority
• Responds to emergency clean-ups such as spills and clogged drains
• Set alarms
• Clean chalk/white boards and trays
• Performs related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Modern cleaning methods, materials, tools and equipment
• Safe use and operation of equipment and chemicals used in janitorial and custodial work

Ability to:

• Read at a level sufficient to successfully perform required duties
• Understand and follow both oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
• Safely use and apply cleaning agents, equipment and materials
• Work safely and effectively on ladders and scaffolding
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
• Perform heavy physical labor including but not limited to the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive information
• Use technology, machines and/or tools appropriate to the position

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid California Drivers License
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• One year custodial experience or equivalent

Substitute Salary Schedule: https://www.livermoreschools.org/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules