Custodian Foreman

Under the general supervision of the Director of General Services, or designee, plans, assign, supervises and participates in the work of custodial staff responsible for maintaining City facilities in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. Oversees custodial operation, including scheduling, training, inventory control & quality inspections. Ensures custodial staff follow proper cleaning procedures and safety practices. Performs custodial duties as needed and reports facility maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.

Works under the general supervision of the Director of General Services. The incumbent of this position exercises supervision over subordinate custodial personnel.

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Plans, assigns, schedules, and supervises the work of custodial personnel, and inspects work performed.
• Inspects completed custodial work to ensure facilities are maintained in a neat, clean, and sanitary condition.
• Trains custodial staff in proper cleaning methods, equipment use, chemical handling, and safety procedures.
• Provides ongoing coaching and direction to custodial staff to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Maintains adequate inventory levels of custodial supplies, chemicals, and equipment; distributes materials to custodial crews as needed.
• Evaluates custodial equipment and supplies and recommends replacement or procurement when necessary.
• Ensures custodial staff follow safe work practices and comply with applicable safety regulations.
• Investigates and responds to service complaints regarding custodial services.
• Inspects facilities and reports maintenance or repair needs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains records and prepares reports related to custodial operations, supplies, and staff activities.
• Provides direction to volunteers or service workers assisting with custodial duties.
• Operates City vehicles to travel between work sites.
• Performs custodial duties as necessary to support operations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Graduation from High School or equivalent and three years of custodial experience in office buildings or an institution; or some equivalent combination of education or experience. Two (2) years of supervisory experience is highly desirable.

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.

• Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work.
• Cleaning materials and disinfectants used in custodial work.
• Safety practices and work methods; basic fire, safety and security regulations for school facilities.
• Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Basic principles of training and providing work direction to others.

• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.
• Maintain tools and equipment assigned in clean working order.
• Perform minor, non-technical, unskilled preventative maintenance on equipment, buildings, and fixtures to facilities as assigned.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds using safe and proper methods and/or equipment.
• Move objects weighing over 50 pounds using safe and proper methods and/or equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others.
• Communicate effectively with other staff.
• Work independently with little direction, and meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Perform manual labor.
• Train and provide work direction to others.

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments and on occasion will be exposed to high to moderate temperatures, slippery surfaces and dust.
• Work may require frequent twisting, pushing, pulling, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work will also consist of frequent standing, walking and climbing.
• Rarely will there be opportunity for exposure to hazardous materials and fumes.

The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process.

Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will…