Custodian

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Custodian who is highly motivated, takes initiative, and has excellent oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate will have previous custodial experience, the ability to work independently, and, as a team member, have a positive attitude, excellent customer service, and interpersonal skills. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Sweep, vacuum, mop, strip, seal, wax, and buff floors.

• Operate a variety of cleaning equipment (e.g., carpet extractors, slow and high-speed buffers).

• Clean, scrub and disinfect restrooms, showers and related areas, including toilets, urinals, sinks and other bathroom fixtures.

• Maintain security of buildings by locking/unlocking doors, windows, gates, and setting alarms; raise/lower the flag as assigned.

• Polish and clean furniture, wash walls and windows, clean stairwells, elevators, breakrooms, conference rooms, empty trash and recycling, and dust.

• Demonstrate a full understanding of policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties.

• Maintain logs, supply lists, and report any maintenance issues in a timely manner.

• Routine coverage of city buildings when needed.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Maintenance Technician

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: 

This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker in that it provides semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance work.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives close supervision and specific direction regarding assignments and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

The work week for this recruitment is generally Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific positionassignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance and operations work in support of City departments or maintenance function; selects proper maintenance tools, supplies and equipment for assignment; performs work following established safety policies and procedures.

• Operates and maintains assigned equipment, tools and supplies; performs basic inspections to ensure safe operating conditions; cleans and performs preventative maintenance; and monitors need for replacement or advanced repair/maintenance work.

• Plans, monitors, and reviews inventory and supply needs; places orders or requests based on requirements.

• Maintains activity logs, records, work orders, and related reports.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Position-Specific Responsibilities Might Include: 

• Emptying trash and recycling containers;

• Cleaning and sanitation of restrooms;

• Polishing and maintenance of fixtures and furniture;

• Stripping/waxing floors;

• Shampooing carpet;

• Attending to unplanned spills and clean-up tasks;

• Opening and securing buildings;

• Setting up and taking down flags;

• Maintaining logs and reporting maintenance issues.

The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: 

• Two (2) years of custodial experience. 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit a NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy for the night shift within the Public Works Department. 

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation. 

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). 

NOTE: 

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools. Candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing within three business days of your scheduled interview or exam date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

NOTE: 

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.