This is a SUBSTITUTE position.

Selected candidates will be used district-wide.

Work hours will vary and are based on district needs.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Updated Resume

All sections of the application must be completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview

Substitute Custodian/Groundskeeper

JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision, serve as a custodian or groundskeeper to maintain a safe and sanitary environment of school facilities and assist with the same on grounds surrounding assigned facilities; perform varied grounds keeping and gardening tasks; to do other related work as may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow an assigned cleaning schedule;
• Sweep, mop, strip, seal, wax and polish floors; Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets;
• Dust, polish, and wash classroom, and furniture; Clean desks, chalkboards, trays and other classroom instructional equipment; Dust and clean metal work, light fixtures and hardware;
• Clean restrooms, including doors, mirrors, sinks, walls, floors, toilets and hardware;
• Clean and fill dispensers and receptacles as needed;
• Move, arrange and set up furniture and equipment to prepare classrooms, auditoriums or other activity areas for special events, activities or meetings;
• Clean and make repairs to custodial and maintenance equipment assigned to the school or facility;
• Empty and clean waste receptacles, including trash barrels;
• Vacuum sweep (or use leaf blower) and pick up trash on walkways, concrete and blacktop surfaces immediately adjacent to the school buildings;
• Unclog drains, toilets, and urinals;
• Open up or lock and secure windows, doors and gates;
• Inspect buildings and grounds for broken equipment and vandalism and report unsafe conditions, needed repairs and maintenance;
• Assists co-workers for the purpose of providing support in the performance of their work assignments;
• Deliver supplies as required for the purpose of distributing items to appropriate personnel;
• Inform designed personnel of needed supplies to ensure availability of items needed to properly perform job;
• Mow lawns and fields; Edge around walks, plant beds, fences and related grounds areas;
• Trim and prune shrubs, hedges and trees; Prepare, cultivate and fertilize bedding and lawn areas;
• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers and grass;
• Use hand tools to remove weeds from school grounds, landscaped areas, athletic fields and dig ditches;
• Sweep and blow asphalt areas;
• Pick up refuse;
• Load truck with debris and material;
• Drive light trucks; Haul materials and distribute where needed;
• Operate power-driven equipment such as small power mowers, edgers, sweepers, blowers, chain saws, jack hammer, dump trucks, skip loaders, sod cutters, brush chippers, and other equipment with a variety of attachments;
• Assist in installation, repair and maintenance of sprinkler and irrigation systems;
• Move and arrange bleachers, furniture, and equipment used for special events or for re-assignment;
• Assist in the preparation, lining, marking, and dragging of athletic fields, tracks or related areas;
• Haul sand, dirt, sawdust, and straw and distribute where needed;

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE OF

• Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques;
• Use and application of cleaning materials, chemicals and equipment;
• Basic work practices related to custodial work.
• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in grounds maintenance and general custodial work;
• Operation and use of a variety of hand tools and power driven equipment commonly used in grounds maintenance and custodial work;
• Safe working practices and procedures.

ABILITY TO

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Work in crews or independently;
• Perform repetitive tasks;
• Respond appropriately to directions and change in working assignments or settings;
• Organize tasks, set priorities, maintain work pace;
• Work with minimal supervision;
• Complete work assignments on schedule;
• Learn and follow established cleaning methods, schedules and procedures;
• Work around young children and teenagers;
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted during the course of work.
• Follow work & safety procedures, written & verbal instructions, and schedules;
• Manage multiple tasks;
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid California Driver's License;
Have an acceptable driving record and qualify for insurability by the District's insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out the essential functions of the job.
Physical Demands; Walk (continuously); bend, stoop, reach, push & pull (frequently); Must have an adequate range of motion in the upper extremities; operate equipment; lift, up to 25 pounds (frequently), and up to 50 pounds (infrequently) ; grasp and manipulate tools/ equipment (frequently); use seeing, hearing, and speaking.

Working Conditions: Work performed indoors or outdoors. Exposure to: electrically and mechanically operated equipment; cleaning agent odors; gas fumes; tool vibration; Exposure to hot, cold, wet, dry, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Special Note
Being hired as a substitute does not qualify you for a permanent position. To be considered for an interview for a permanent position, a substitute must apply for a permanent position on www.edjoin.org and pass the required testing.