Custodian

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Custodian who is highly motivated, takes initiative, and has excellent oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate will have previous custodial experience, the ability to work independently, and, as a team member, have a positive attitude, excellent customer service, and interpersonal skills.

• Sweep, vacuum, mop, strip, seal, wax, and buff floors.
• Operate a variety of cleaning equipment (e.g., carpet extractors, slow and high-speed buffers).
• Clean, scrub and disinfect restrooms, showers and related areas, including toilets, urinals, sinks and other bathroom fixtures.
• Maintain security of buildings by locking/unlocking doors, windows, gates, and setting alarms; raise/lower the flag as assigned.
• Polish and clean furniture, wash walls and windows, clean stairwells, elevators, breakrooms, conference rooms, empty trash and recycling, and dust.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Maintain logs, supply lists, and report any maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Routine coverage of city buildings when needed.

Maintenance Technician

This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker in that it provides semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance work.

Receives close supervision and specific direction regarding assignments and deadlines.

The work week for this recruitment is generally Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance and operations work in support of City departments or maintenance function; selects proper maintenance tools, supplies and equipment for assignment; performs work following established safety policies and procedures.
• Operates and maintains assigned equipment, tools and supplies; performs basic inspections to ensure safe operating conditions; cleans and performs preventative maintenance; and monitors need for replacement or advanced repair/maintenance work.
• Plans, monitors, and reviews inventory and supply needs; places orders or requests based on requirements.
• Maintains activity logs, records, work orders, and related reports.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

• Emptying trash and recycling containers;
• Cleaning and sanitation of restrooms;
• Polishing and maintenance of fixtures and furniture;
• Stripping/waxing floors;
• Shampooing carpet;
• Attending to unplanned spills and clean-up tasks;
• Opening and securing buildings;
• Setting up and taking down flags;
• Maintaining logs and reporting maintenance issues.

The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Two (2) years of custodial experience.

Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that…