Substitute: Custodian Eligibility Pool (2026-27)

Young World Physical Education; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 19,275 - 27,452; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute Custodian for the Oakland Unified School District, effective immediately. The ideal candidate will maintain cleanliness and order in school facilities across multiple locations. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, and ensuring safety standards while interacting with students and faculty.

The role requires good physical condition and the ability to perform tasks based on instructions. Successful candidates must hold a high school diploma and be reliable in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license or equivalent identification.
• Completion of application for this position including two references is required.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned school facilities.
• Dust, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork.
• Perform special maintenance projects as assigned.

Skills

Basic cleaning methods

Efficient use of cleaning materials

Understanding directions

Cooperative working relationships

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning supplies and equipment

Job description

Substitute: Custodian Eligibility Pool (2026-27)

Oakland Unified School District – Substitute Assignment (Various locations) – Oakland, California

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications: Pass Assessment Test

Requirements for Hire: All applicants must:

• Complete application for this position (including 2 references)
• Successfully complete an interview with a member of the OUSD hiring teams
• To expedite hire processing, candidates may gather the following materials:
• Negative TB test current within past 60 days
• Sealed copies of all college transcripts
• Valid Driver's License, ID card, Permanent Residency Card or current US passport
• Social Security Card (no copies)
• All hires are contingent on applicant passing criminal background check.

Basic Function: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, clean and maintain an assigned school facility in a clean, orderly, and secure manner.

Essential Functions:

• Sweep, mop, strip, wax, and seal floors; vacuum rugs and carpets.
• Dust, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork.
• Empty and clean waste receptacles, including trash barrels.
• Clean restroom, locker room, and shower.
• Wash windows and walls, polish metal work, and clean chalkboards.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment in preparing multipurpose rooms or classrooms for special events or meetings.
• Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walk areas, and areas adjacent to the school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to the school buildings.
• Perform special maintenance projects as assigned.
• Perform emergency cleanup service resulting from breakage, vandalism, spilling, and illness.
• Assist in maintaining school security and fire safety as assigned; assist in maintaining fire extinguishers.
• Communicate with students, faculty, and the public; provide directions or other information; establish communication according to established guidelines.
• Perform minor maintenance work as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Training, Education and Experience: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to: Graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed.

Licenses and Other Requirements: Personality and character suitable to work in schools. Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, Tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques
• Cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment
• Safe working methods and procedures

Ability to:

• Efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Perform simple and repetitive tasks.

Working Conditions

Environment: Indoor and outdoor environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions; exposure to chemicals related to cleaning; working around machinery with moving parts.

Physical Demands: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned tools and equipment; seeing to perform custodial work; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects; standing for extended periods of time; performing heavy physical labor.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: Up to $16.96 per hour

Job Categories: Substitute: Custodial; Support Staff: Custodian

Job Details

• Job ID: 5760796
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 04, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Contact Information:

• Email: [e-mail]