Salary: $22.79 - $29.17 Hourly
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-0008
Site/Dept: Maintenance & Operations
Opening Date: 06/07/2024
Closing Date: 6/24/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: 12
Description
**This current vacancy is 40hr per week/ 12 months worked at Chaparral Elementary**
**This recruitment will establish an eligibility list valid for 6 months**
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the school principal or assigned supervisor, oversee and participate in a variety of cleaning and custodial maintenance activities at a school site or District administration facility; train and provide work direction to assigned staff.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Custodian - The Custodian is the entry level classification in the Custodial series. This class is generally assigned to a site under the immediate work direction of a Crew Chief I/II, Lead Custodian or Custodial Supervisor I/II. The Custodian may be assigned to either day or evening shifts.

Crew Chief I - The Crew Chief I performs custodial duties at an assigned middle school and typically works an evening shift providing training and basic work direction to Custodians. In addition to assigning and reviewing routine cleaning duties, the incumbents perform a variety of related duties supportive of school activities and facility use.

Crew Chief II - The Crew Chief II performs custodial duties at an assigned high school and typically works an evening shift providing training and basic work direction to Custodians. In addition to assigning and reviewing routine cleaning duties, the incumbents perform a variety of related duties supportive of school activities and facility use. The Crew Chief II is differentiated from Crew Chief I by the added level of complexity inherent in the support of extra-curricular activities associated with a high school.

Lead Custodian - The Lead Custodian performs custodial duties typically during the day at an assigned elementary school providing training and basic work direction to Custodians. In addition to assigning and reviewing routine cleaning duties, the incumbent is responsible for site budget and inventory management; performs a variety of duties supportive to school activities and facility use; and is the primary contact for site custodial communication. Some Lead Custodians may be assigned to other district facilities and work evening shifts.
Examples of Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Plan, organize and schedule custodial services at the school site and perform or lead the work of others in performing a variety of custodial tasks. E
Train and provide work direction to assigned staff as appropriate; assist in the selection, training and evaluation of regular staff and student assistants. E
Monitor inventory levels of instructional and custodial supplies; order, receive, store and distribute instructional and custodial supplies and materials as directed. E
Lead and participate in the cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, showers, locker rooms, shops, cafeterias, gymnasiums, offices and related facilities; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; empty waste receptacles; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed. E
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows; unclog drains and toilets. E
Sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets. E
Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; remove and dispose of banners and posters; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school building. E
Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, steam cleaners and other equipment as assigned. E
Assist in coordinating the use of school facilities by community organizations and outside groups; plan and coordinate custodial work as necessary to prepare facilities for special events; move and arrange furniture and equipment. E
Raise and lower flags; unlock and lock doors and gates, assuring facilities are properly secured; set alarms as appropriate. E
Lead and participate in thorough cleaning and restoration of a school plant during school vacation periods. E
Communicate with District personnel, outside agencies and others to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns. E
Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority. E
Maintain various records related to facility usage, inventory and assigned activities. E
Perform minor maintenance and repair activities.
Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and two years of custodial work experience including lead or training responsibilities, preferably in a school or similar environment.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:
Proper methods, techniques, materials, cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment commonly used in modern custodial and general maintenance work.
Principles of training and providing work direction.
Operation of mechanical equipment commonly found in public schools.
Appropriate Health and Safety regulations, safety precautions, and procedures.
Proper wear and usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
Operation of motorized maintenance cart.
District and site policies, procedures, and objectives of assigned program and activities.
Inventory methods and practices.
Basic budgeting practices.
Basic math skills such as using calculations, fractions, percentages, and ratios.
Record-keeping techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills including the usage of assigned software, such as Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft
Proper lifting techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:
Learn the schedules, procedures, and full use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
Direct the work of custodial staff in performing a variety of cleaning and custodial maintenance duties at an assigned school site.
Oversee and participate in a variety of cleaning and custodial maintenance activities.
Plan, schedule, and assign the work of others.
Operate a variety of related tools and equipment.
Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, orderly, and working condition.
Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
Properly wear and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Work independently with little direction.
Maintain work pace and accuracy to meet schedules and time lines.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Respond appropriately to feedback, direction, and evaluation.
Read, interpret, and follow rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Learn and apply principles of training and providing work direction.
Learn and apply inventory methods and practices.
Learn and apply basic budgeting principles.
Learn and perform basic math.
Learn and perform record-keeping techniques.
Operate a motorized maintenance cart to conduct work.
Work in the vicinity of staff, parents, and students.
Be reliable in attendance, punctuality, and follow through.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and a variety of custodial equipment.
Walking or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to perform custodial duties.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Climbing ladders and working from heights.

HAZARDS:
Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.
Working on ladders.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, 858-521-2800, extension 2761.
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.
Benefits include:

• Retirement - CalPERS
• Holidays - 16 paid holidays per year (based on 12 month employment contract)
• Vacation - Starting at 12 days per year for 12 month employees, increasing with length of service
• Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
• Medical and Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
• Flexible Benefit Plan Options

For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at:
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The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
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Please check the box that best reflects your custodial work experience

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to 2 years experience
• 2 to 4 years experience
• 4 to 6 years experience
• 6 years experience

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This position requires two (2) years custodial work experience. Please describe how you meet this requirement. Answers must include where the experience was gained, how long you worked there, how many hours per week you worked, and your general duties. (Any experience listed here MUST also be included in the work history of your application.) (Answering "See Resume" or "See Application" may disqualify you from participating further in the recruitment process.)
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Please check the box that best describes your supervision experience

• Less than 6 months experience
• 6 months to 1 year experience
• 1 to 2 years experience
• 2 to 4 years experience
• 4 plus years experience

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Describe and quantify your supervisory experience. (Answering this question "See Resume" or not providing a response may disqualify you from further consideration.)
Required Question