Custodian

We have an exciting opportunity for a Custodian position located at our campus in Menifee, CA. Under the supervision of the Facilities Supervisor or designee, the custodian performs custodial duties and maintains campus classrooms, offices and restrooms in a neat, clean and sanitary manner. The incumbent participates in light maintenance and the occasional moving of furniture or equipment; provides excellent customer service;

establishes and maintains effective working relationships with associates; and maintains the highest level of confidentiality with any student or school information acquired.

• This position serves District-Wide; applicants may be assigned to any district facility. Work hours and worksite locations are subject to change depending on department needs.
• A six-month probationary period must be successfully completed before the selected candidate is considered a permanent employee of the district.
• This position is in the California School Employees Association bargaining unit.

• Set, re‑set and monitor security alarm systems as assigned; lock and unlock classrooms, offices, and other key access points; respond to emergency situations according to established procedures.
• Assist the team with the establishment of work schedules and methods for providing custodial services to the District; assure coverage of duties during assigned work hours.
• Assist in and participate in training, assign and provide work direction and provide guidance to assigned personnel on cleaning techniques and the proper use of equipment.
• Assure proper care and use of equipment and materials; assure required supplies are available and equipment is in good working order; issue supplies to staff and assure proper storage.
• Identify and report building maintenance problems; ensure that work orders are prepared and completed; report unusual problems or difficulties to supervisor.
• Identify special work projects; inspect work in progress and upon completion assure that work is performed in compliance with instructions, meeting quality standards.
• Promptly remove graffiti; paint and provide touch‑up as necessary.
• Clean/disinfect restrooms; clean and replace trash liners, refill dispensers, dust and mop floors, wash mirrors and faucets, clean under sinks and wash restroom walls.
• Vacuum, shampoo and remove stains from carpets.
• Clean tabletops; windows; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; wash and spot clean walls, plumbing fixtures, window coverings, and related items.
• Sweep patios, sidewalks, clean classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas.
• Remove cobwebs, clean water fountains, change light bulbs.
• Strip and wax floors, service gym floor.

• Cleaning methods, materials, chemicals and equipment specific to higher education institutions.
• Safety and sanitation measures.
• Effective leadership skills gained through successful experience, on‑the‑job training or formal training.

• Use non‑powered hand tools, ladders, buffers, floor cleaning machines and special cleaning solvents.
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain documentation and records.
• Handle multiple assignments simultaneously and set priorities based on customer needs.

• Perform heavy manual labor, including lifting over 30 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Work in physically uncomfortable and unclean areas.
• Learn schedules and special procedures.
• Read, write and speak English sufficiently to carry out oral/written instructions, read/understand/follow label directions/warnings on cleaning supplies, and maintain records.
• Work with minimal supervision throughout the assigned shift and cleaning area.
• Observe and use safe working conditions.
• Provide on‑the‑job training.
• Analyze situations and take effective actions.
• Plan and organize work schedules.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.