Senior Food Production Utility Worker

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM OCTOBER 20 2025 - NOVEMBER 07 2025.

A separate application must be submitted if also applying for Food Production Utility Worker

Under general supervision lead a small crew and perform a variety of general grounds maintenance and complex cleaning and sanitation activities in support of the Nutrition Center; maintain grounds and Nutrition Center facilities in a clean orderly and secure condition; train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff; perform related duties as assigned.

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Lead a small crew and perform a variety of general grounds maintenance and complex cleaning and sanitation activities in support of the Nutrition Center; maintain grounds and Nutrition Center facilities in a clean orderly and secure condition. E
Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff; assign and schedule daily work run sheets; prioritize emergency requests. E
Assure central kitchen equipment preventative maintenance schedules are met in accordance with established timelines; update Maintenance Safety Data Sheet books. E
Maintain a variety of records and prepare routine reports related to work performed; inventory and order cleaning supplies and equipment. E
Serve as a point of contact for District pest control personnel; assure pest control notices are posted in accordance with legal guidelines; apply non-poisonous pest control methods to eradicate insects and other pests according to established procedures. E
Communicate with site administration regarding cleaning and sanitation needs and outside agencies regarding pick up of recycled materials and other assigned activities. E
Perform touch-up painting work on walls and doors; prepare surfaces for painting; patch small holes; use brushes spray equipment or rollers in applying paint. E
Properly store and dispose of paint and other hazardous materials; maintain storage area in a clean safe and orderly condition. E
Participate in the maintenance of the outside areas of the Nutrition Center including flowerbeds and parking lots; pull weeds from flowerbeds; sweep litter from walks parking lots and driveways; pick up and dispose of trash branches leaves and other debris; clean roof spouts. E
Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of Nutrition Center facilities including offices conference rooms loading docks storerooms lounges elevators stairways and kitchen and warehouse areas; clean tables chairs walls windows and blinds; change light bulbs. E
Sweep scrub mop wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets; spot clean steam clean and shampoo carpets; clean floor mats; spot mop spills. E
Clean sanitize and perform preventative maintenance on central kitchen commercial equipment including ovens slicers cutting boards walk-in refrigeration units hood filters flat bed carts dishwashers ice machines and freezers in accordance with established schedules and sanitation standards; clean floor drains; take and record freezer and refrigerator temperatures; remove ice buildup. E
Empty garbage receptacles; separate recyclable material and place in appropriate containers; breakdown cardboard boxes and other materials for disposal or recycling; assure outside vendors pick up recyclable materials according to schedule. E
Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks and toilets; fill dispensers with towels soap toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors and tile. E
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for a variety of special events and meetings; prepare conference rooms for events; monitor the schedule of events and meetings to assure set up needs are met in a timely manner. E
Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set alarms as appropriate. E
Inspect grounds buildings and equipment to assure the safety of staff and visitors; report safety sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority. E
Inspect and maintain fire extinguishers to assure proper operation; take and record gas meter readings. E
Operate and maintain a variety of cleaning and sanitation equipment including floor scrubbers vacuums mops buffers pressure washers and hand and power tools; service lubricate and adjust cleaning and sanitation equipment; check fluid levels inspect and replace brushes hoses blades and belts; change oil and filters as needed. E
Wear protective clothing including air filters masks rubber boots and coveralls in accordance with established procedures. E
Drive a District vehicle to school sites to assist with the cleaning removal and installation of commercial kitchen equipment or make deliveries of food and supplies; maintain the Nutrition Center District vehicle; refuel and assure smog test is completed in a timely manner. E
Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of Nutrition Center facilities during the summer months or vacation periods. E
Participate in the preparation and serving of food items as necessary to assure smooth and efficient Nutrition Services operations.
Provide assistance lifting moving pushing and pulling heavy items to other staff as requested.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Knowledge of:

Materials tools and equipment used in modern cleaning and sanitation work.
Modern cleaning methods including cleaning floors carpets furniture walls and fixtures.
Basic methods equipment and materials used in gardening work.
Proper methods of storing equipment materials and supplies.
Health and safety regulations applicable to assigned activities.
Basic principles of training and providing work direction to others.
Record-keeping and basic report preparation techniques.
Proper lifting techniques.
Inventory methods and practices.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills.
Basic methods of preparing surfaces for painting.

Ability to:

Observe strict sanitation and health and safety standards of the Nutrition Center.
Maintain Nutrition Center facilities and adjacent grounds areas in a clean orderly and secure condition.
Perform preventative maintenance on central kitchen commercial equipment
Use cleaning materials in a safe and efficient manner.
Inventory and order required supplies and equipment.
Operate and maintain a variety of cleaning and sanitation equipment.
Observe and report health and safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
Assign and review the work of others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Maintain routine records.
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.
Prioritize and schedule work.

Education and Training:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Coursework or on the job training in large-scale kitchen sanitation methods or equipment operation is desirable.

Experience:

Two years of experience performing custodial work involving specialized sanitation and cleaning requirements in a large commercial setting. Experience serving in a lead or supervisory capacity is preferred.

Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills knowledge or abilities may be considered.

Valid California Class C drivers license.

Applicants for this classification will be required to obtain and submit at his/her own expense his/her current motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the Districts safe driving standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the applicant regardless of any other standing.

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For questions or complaints contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach Director of Employee Relations1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815 and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton Director of Human Resource Services 1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815 and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta Program Administrator 2221 Argonne Ave LB 90815 .

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SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicants training background and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.