Hourly Custodian

Hourly Custodian position

Title: Custodian

Hourly Rate: $23.88

Purpose of Position: To perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift and to maintain buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean orderly safe and secure condition.

Reports To: An assigned supervisor

Employment Status: Full-time hourly on call

Location: Various schools

Essential Functions:

Sweep scrub mop strip wax and polish floors; vacuum carpets in classrooms office and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.

Clean classrooms cafeterias offices libraries kitchens gymnasiums hallways lounges locker rooms and other facilities as assigned; dust sanitize and wipe down desks tables furniture doors countertops equipment and woodwork; spot mop spills; remove gum graffiti and debris as needed.

Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds walkways and areas adjacent to school buildings; empty waste receptacles; replace trash liners.

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with paper towels soap toilet paper seat covers and other items; clean mirrors tile walls light fixtures and windows; unclog drains and toilets.

Move adjust and arrange furniture in classrooms or for special events.

Clean whiteboards as needed; empty pencil sharpeners; clean tables chairs benches and floors after breakfast lunch and recess periods as assigned.

Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums mops small hand and power tools buffer/scrubber machines blowers pressure washers and other equipment as assigned.

Lock and unlock doors windows and gates as appropriate; set alarm systems as required; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; raise and lower flags as assigned.

Assist with minor grounds maintenance or general building maintenance such as painting as required; replace lights adjust shades or blinds adjust desks and other furniture.

Monitor inventory levels of custodial supplies; pick up and distribute a variety of classroom office and custodial supplies as required.

Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.

Other functions:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

Indoor and outdoor work environments; exposure to fumes from cleaning chemicals; working from ladders to change inspect or replace light bulbs or lamps.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment and tools; bending at the waist kneeling crouching twisting at the waist or reaching above the head to store or retrieve materials; hearing and speaking to exchange information; standing and walking for extended periods of time; seeing to perform work and read manuals or instructions; lifting and carrying equipment or materials.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of proper methods techniques materials tools and equipment used in modern custodial work.

Knowledge of contemporary cleaning practices including basic methods of cleaning floors carpets furniture walls and fixtures.

Ability to perform routine custodial duties at a designated District or school site during an assigned shift.

Ability to complete minor repairs as necessary.

Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner; observe health and safety regulations; proper lifting techniques.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions preferably in English.

Ability to meet schedules and timelines.

Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with District staff co-workers teachers and administrators; work independently with limited direct supervision.

Education Training and Experience:

Sufficient experience training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. High school graduate preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Passage of an employment physical exam.

The Santa Barbara Unified School District prohibits discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity color ancestry national origin nationality immigration status religion sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression or disability affiliation with Scouting America or other designated youth groups association with a person or group having one or more of these characteristics or any other basis protected by law in its educational programs activities and employment. Direct questions or complaints to Student & Family Services 720 Santa Barbara Street Santa Barbara CA 93101; ext. 6278 or 6208 (English and Spanish); .

Title IX Coordinator the principal at each school site serves as that sites Title IX Coordinator; Title II/ADA Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator Student & Family Services 720 Santa Barbara Street Santa Barbara CA 93101 ext. 6278 or 6208