Custodian ; Substitute

THE VACANCY:

This recruitment will be used to fill substitute (temporary/as-needed basis) positions only.

This recruitment is open and continuous, meaning that all are welcome to apply.

Substitute positions may have varying days and hours depending on the need. Shifts range from Day Shifts (6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), Midday Shifts (10:30 a.m.

- 7:00 p.m.), Evening Shifts (2:30 p.m.

- 11:00 p.m.), and Part-Time Shifts (10:15 a.m.

- 2:00 p.m.), and may include weekends.

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine day or evening custodial activities at an assigned school site; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition; perform deep cleaning of floors as part of an assigned roving work crew as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license.

Exam Weight Supplemental Questions:
Qualifying Written Exam: 50% Performance Exam: 50%

The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.

An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will only be used to fill substitute positions during the life of the list.

Written examinations will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

The examination process will be held on a continuous, as needed basis. This means that in-person performance examinations will be scheduled after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Qualified applicants submitting applications after the review date will be considered in the next examination process. You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of the recruitment.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements. However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned District school site during a day or evening shift; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices and other facilities as assigned; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; empty waste receptacles spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows; unclog drains and toilets.
• Perform deep cleaning of floors as part of an assigned roving work crew as assigned; travel to school sites; strip, wax and pressure wash floors; perform routine maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment; conduct emergency maintenance and custodial duties and respond to broken sewer lines, security issues, deliveries, fires, alarms, furniture moving, equipment repair and other issues.
• Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school building.
• Replace light bulbs and tubes, clean boards and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; clean tables, chairs and floors after breakfast, lunch and recess periods as assigned.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set alarms as appropriate; raise and lower flags as assigned.
• Perform a variety of routine general maintenance and repair to equipment and furniture as assigned.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment; prepare classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
• Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods.
• Perform minor grounds maintenance duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in…