Job Description

SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN

Title: Substitute Custodian

Reports To: School/Site Manager

Department: Maintenance and Operations

Work Year: As Required

Classification: Classified

Salary: See Classified M&O/Transportation Salary Schedule

Date Approved: January 2007

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Plant Custodian, the Substitute Custodian is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned school facility, building group, or office area, and performs related tasks as needed.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Operate the heating system so that the buildings are properly heated. El
Water lawns, sweep sidewalks and play areas, pick up papers and other de4bris on and around school area.
Clean and keep in an orderly fashion classrooms, halls, and office areas.
Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, and seal floors.
Dust and polish furniture; dust and wash windows, Venetian blinds, walls and woodwork; clean lavatories and restrooms.
Gather waste paper and trash.
Make minor non-technical repairs to buildings and equipment.
Arrange rooms and/or auditoriums for special events as requested by the principal or plant custodian.
Open and close windows, move desks and chairs, carry or move heavy equipment or furniture.
Report needed repair work to plant custodian or school principal.
Take charge of ensuring the security of the assigned area within the school or plant.
Read, interpret, and follow written or verbal instructions
Maintain clean and safe work area.
Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:

Graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed below.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic cleaning methods, procedures and techniques.
Cleaning materials, supplies and equipment. e Safe working methods and procedures.
Efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies and equipment
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Perform simple and repetitive tasks

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California Driver's License.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor environment; regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors

HAZARDS: Contact with cleaning agents and chemicals

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

Frequency Key; None (1) Occasional - up to 25% of shift (2); Intermittently - up to 50% of shift (3); Frequently — up to 75% of shift (4)

The Vallejo City Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer that follows federal and state laws. It does not discriminate in any employment practice based on age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political or union affiliation, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender. The District also complies with ADA requirements.

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