Substitute - Custodian Job at Lompoc Unified School District (CA) in Lompoc

Overview

This recruitment is to establish a list of available substitutes for the 25-26 School Year.

The Position

The position of Substitute - Custodian is on call, as needed, to fill in for employee absences, vacancies, or limited term assistance. Examinations and/or interviews are scheduled based on substitute demand. Qualified applicants will receive an email notification when we are ready to move forward with the next step in the recruitment.

For a complete job description visit: www.lusd.org/

Application Process

Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined in the Required Qualifications in the job description and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.
• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, kitchens, gymnasiums, auditoriums, lounges, offices, locker rooms, hallways and other facilities as assigned; clean chalkboards, white boards, trays and erasers; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; empty waste receptacles; remove gum, debris from premises; clean, and report graffiti as needed.
• Clean, scrub and disinfect student and staff 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.
• 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.
• Prepare classrooms, gymnasiums, Boardroom 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.
• Make minor, non-technical repairs as needed such as replacing light bulbs and lighting tubes.
• Deliver supplies, packages, furniture, or other items to appropriate personnel at the site.
• Move, arrange, and assemble furniture and equipment as requested.

Other Duties

• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Licenses and other Requirements

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

Knowledge

• 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.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), safety precautions and procedures.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Ability

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility.
• 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.

6. Must ensure all sections of the application are completed. Incomplete applications will be screened out. The section titled "Your Record of Experience" must demonstrate the type and years of experience required for this position. A resume will not be accepted in-lieu of a completed application. ALL correspondence will be done by email only. Please add Governmentjobs.com to your safe sender list as some emails go to junk and/or spam folders. 6. Must provide three (3) professional references.