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Substitute Custodian


Job Location:

San Jose, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Employer

IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEYFranklin-McKinley School District (FMSD) is located on the east side of the Santa Clara Valley in San Jose California. The Santa Clara Valley also known as Silicon Valley is highly urbanized and one of the most diverse and innovative counties in the a culturally diverse District FMSD staff work primarily with students from Central and South America Asia and other parts of the has a 21st Century Teaching & Learning Plan to transform classrooms into technologically rich and highly engaging learning PARTNERSHIPS - We have fostered relationships with top technology companies such as Adobe Apple Google and Facebook to name a few. Students get hands-on real-world experience that helps them gain a better understanding of the specific skills and education employers are looking for. These experiences better prepare students for college and the workforce following graduation.

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FRANKLIN-MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICTCLASS TITLE: CUSTODIANBASIC FUNCTION:Under the direction of an assigned Principal perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain assigned areas in a clean orderly and secure condition on an assigned DUTIES:Perform routine custodial activities at assigned District school site; sweep scrub mop wax and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets. EClean classrooms restrooms showers locker rooms gym cafeteria offices and related facilities as assigned; spot mop spills and remove gum and debris. EClean and disinfect drinking fountains sinks toilets showers and urinals; fill dispensers with towels soap toilet paper and feminine hygiene items; clean mirrors tile and windows. EWash windows and walls; remove graffiti from walls as needed. EClean chalkboards and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners. EReplace light bulbs and lighting tubes; dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor non-technical repairs as needed. ELock and unlock doors and gates as assigned. EMaintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; turn alarm system on or off as assigned by the position; report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus; report safety sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority. EDispose of trash according to established procedures; wash out trash cans and follow established sanitation procedures and standards. EOperate cleaning equipment such as vacuums buffer and polisher carpet shampooer scrubbers high-pressure sprayer and manual and power sweepers and power blower. E Clean tables chairs and floors after breakfast and lunch periods as assigned. ERaise or lower flags as assigned. E Set up gymnasium and/or other facilities for classes and events as required; move furniture as needed; set up chairs tables bleachers and other facilities for special events and activities; clean up debris following to emergency cleanups such as spills; maintain records of observed maintenance and repair needs and safety related duties as AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of:Basic methods materials tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine methods of storing equipment materials and lifting techniques. Ability to:Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or facility to maintain assigned areas in a clean orderly and secure cleaning materials equipment and methods according to pre-determined and apply knowledge of the schedules procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial appropriate safety precautions and tools and equipment signed in clean working order and provide proper minor non-technical and report need for maintenance and and follow oral and written schedules and time effectively with and assure the security of facilities during assigned effectively both orally and in and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with regular AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and some experience performing routine custodial CONDITIONS:Environment:Indoor environment. Physical demands:Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate small hand and power tools and to perform custodial at the waist kneeling or overhead above the shoulders or carrying moving pushing or pulling heavy ladders to clean and replace :Exposure to cleaning at heights.
Requirements / Qualifications

** Please call to schedule the required exams are required for this position and are administered in English. Location: Human Resources 645 Wool Creek Drive San Jose CA 95112. The components are: Multiple choice questions on basic custodian procedures and safety. A COMPLETED APPLICATION AND PHOTO ID ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE OFFER IS CONTINGENT UPON DETERMINATION OF FITNESS FOR THE POSITION-BASIC MEDICAL EXAMINATION (POPP). IMPORTANT: Once exams are passed your application will then be considered for this : Once you submit your application please call to schedule the required exams.

- Please attach resume to your application- Please include 3 references

Requirements / Qualifications

** Please call to schedule the required exams are required for this position and are administered in English. Location: Human Resources 645 Wool Creek Drive San Jose CA 95112. The components are: Multiple choice questions on basic custodian procedures and safety. A COMPLETED APPLICATION AND PHOTO ID ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE OFFER IS CONTINGENT UPON DETERMINATION OF FITNESS FOR THE POSITION-BASIC MEDICAL EXAMINATION (POPP). IMPORTANT: Once exams are passed your application will then be considered for this : Once you submit your application please call to schedule the required exams.

- Please attach resume to your application- Please include 3 references

Comments and Other Information
These positions are on-call as needed. Positions and locations of Vacancies are available on the Franklin-McKinley website. Postings are updated weekly. Employment Opportunities
Comments and Other Information

These positions are on-call as needed. Positions and locations of Vacancies are available on the Franklin-McKinley website. Postings are updated weekly. Employment Opportunities

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IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEY Franklin-McKinley School District (FMSD) is located on the east side of the Santa Clara Valley in San Jose, California. The Santa Clara Valley also known as Silicon Valley is highly urbanized and one of the most diverse and innovative counties in the ... View more

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