Custodian - College of the Desert - Palm Desert, CA

College of the Desert

Custodian

Salary:
$18.75 Hourly

Job Type:
Full Time Classified

Job Number:
16-0161

Location:
Indio, CA

Department:
Administrative Services

Closing:
8/9/2016

Description

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor or Administrative Services Supervisor-CMC, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment

: Indoor and outdoor work environment. Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors. The hours for this position may be days, nights or variable.

Hazards

: Contact with cleaning agents and chemicals.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Bargaining Unit Position, Range 8

This position is at the Indio Campus

Examples of Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Perform a variety of custodial activities; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.

Clean classrooms, restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeteria, offices and related facilities as assigned; sweep, mop and clean gymnasium floor; mop spills and remove gum and debris.

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets, showers and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and others items; clean mirrors, tile and windows; dust and polish furniture and woodwork.

Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners.

Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system on and off.

Pick up paper, trash and debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances; empty and clean trash and garbage cans; replace liners.

Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffer, carpet cleaner and sweeper and utilize mops, brooms and other related equipment.

Set up lecture hall for classes and events as required; move furniture and set up chairs, tables, bleachers and other facilities for special events and activities.

Assist with security during special events and activities.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

: Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine maintenance; proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies; proper lifting techniques.

Ability to

: Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain buildings, locker rooms and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition; use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards; learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work; learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures; maintain tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper security; observe and report need for maintenance and repair; understand and follow oral and

written directions; meet schedules and time lines; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; move heavy furniture and equipment; climb ladders to replace lights; walk or stand for extended periods; bend at the waist, kneel or crouch; reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year experience performing custodian duties.


• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Supplemental Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

•

Resume:
Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.

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Cover Letter:
Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.

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List of References

: References should include

at least

two supervisors and two colleagues. Please include name, title, email and current phone numbers. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of References.

To apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/847460

If you are a person who thrives in a diverse environment, who values integrity, respect, student success, and professionalism, we welcome and encourage you to apply.

Employment selection and related decisions at College of the Desert are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, color or any other protected class.

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