Custodian, Lead

Custodian, Lead

HR EMPLOYMENT/CAREERS
Closing Date: 06/17/25
* * For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Starting Salary: $4,829.73 (per month) plus benefits; Salary Grade: C3-39

Full Salary Range: $4,829.73 - $6,381.35 (per month)

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the classified position above.

The Foothill - De Anza Community College District does not have a remote work policy. All employees are expected to be available to work in person and on-site per the requirement of the department.

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:

The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success and educational excellence. The district and its colleges provide access to affordable, quality educational programs and services that develop a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California and the global community. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic instructional and learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students.

Foothill-De Anza is driven by an equity agenda and core values of integrity, inclusion, care for our students' well-being, and sustainability.

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, oversees an assigned group of custodians in performing routine and specialized cleaning tasks within pre-assigned areas. Performs special and emergency custodial assignments as needed in addition to regular custodial work.

Employees in this classification are identified as leads and are responsible to assist the appropriate administrator in overseeing the work requirements of a group of custodians, and to clean assigned areas. Leads receive direction from the appropriate administrator and assist in developing daily work schedules, training custodians, providing needed supplies, solving unusual or difficult problems, and cleaning assigned areas. Employees in this classification may be assigned to work independently on specific assignments.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

General Responsibilities

Uses safety equipment, supplies, and procedures to perform job duties as required; reports fire, sanitary and safety hazards and the need for repairs to appropriate administrator.

Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, alarms, graffiti, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and to maintain a functional educational environment; provides reports on activities as requested by appropriate administrator.

Stores and shelves equipment and other supplies in conformance with various local, state, federal, and district rules and regulations; maintains equipment in a safe operating condition; maintains preventive maintenance procedures, records, and reports.

Directs visitors and safeguards district property; adheres to all state and federal laws and regulations regarding safety and health.

Attends and participates in District and/or College provided training or information sessions; incorporates new information or technology into existing job duties.

Shall carry a communication device, if assigned one, and be available for general custodial duties.

Uses a computer for entry and retrieval of information for work assignments.

Communicates effectively orally, in writing, and electronically.

Operates equipment such as District vehicles, electric carts, electric power lifts, cardboard baler, forklift, etc.; will use ladders.

Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment and supplies) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

In addition to performing work of a Custodian I/II, the position will be responsible for the following duties which will account for up to 30% of the total assignment:

Coordinates the day-to-day work of a group of custodians; ensures that work is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with instructions.

Responds to requests for emergency custodial needs and furniture or equipment setups and coordinates special work as required.

Responsible for ensuring that all major cleaning, daily detailed cleaning, and projects are completed on schedule in area of responsibility; inspects and reviews the work of assigned group.

Ensures that all cleaning areas are serviced and cleaned when scheduled and unscheduled staff shortages occur.

Ensures that custodians start the workday with supplies, equipment, and…