Custodian ; Substitute

Substitute Custodian

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.

The examination:
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.

Representative duties include performing routine custodial activities at an assigned District school site during a day or evening shift; sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, waxing and polishing floors; vacuuming rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot cleaning and shampooing carpets. Cleaning classrooms, cafeterias, lounges, offices and other facilities as assigned; dusting and polishing furniture and woodwork; emptying waste receptacles spot mopping spills;

removing gum, debris and graffiti as needed. Cleaning and disinfecting drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; filling dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; cleaning mirrors, tile and windows; unclogging drains and toilets. Performing deep cleaning of floors as part of an assigned roving work crew as assigned; traveling to school sites; stripping, waxing and pressure washing floors;

performing routine maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment; conducting emergency maintenance and custodial duties and responding to broken sewer lines, security issues, deliveries, fires, alarms, furniture moving, equipment repair and other issues. Picking up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweeping concrete surfaces adjacent to school building. Replacing light bulbs and tubes, cleaning boards and erasers and emptying pencil sharpeners;

cleaning tables, chairs and floors after breakfast, lunch and recess periods as assigned. Locking and unlocking doors and gates as appropriate; maintaining security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; setting alarms as appropriate; raising and lowering flags as assigned. Performing a variety of routine general maintenance and repair to equipment and furniture as assigned. Reporting safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority;

reporting need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority; responding to emergency custodial requests as needed. Operating custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned. Moving and arranging furniture and equipment; preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings; setting-up and assembling chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities;

cleaning up furniture, equipment and debris following these events. Participating in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods. Performing minor grounds maintenance duties as assigned.

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