CUSTODIAN 1

JOB APPLICATION PERIOD:  10/22/2026 - 11/4/2026 AT 4:00 PM (PST) OR UNTIL THE FIRST 150 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED

Position Information:

This is an Open Competitive recruitment to create an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. Incumbents in this position are expected to clean classrooms, offices, and other areas at an assigned school or facility. Successful candidates are expected to work scheduled shifts ranging from twenty (20) to forty (40) hours per week. 

Duration of eligibility list:

Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list that will remain valid for six months from the date of approval by the Personnel Commission.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, cleans classrooms, offices and other areas at an assigned school or facility; performs minor maintenance and repairs to furniture, fixtures and facilities; secures schools, buildings and facilities; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

This is the entry-level class in the custodial class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of custodial duties. After training, incumbents work independently in maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and safety of an assigned area at a District school or facility.The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other areas; spot cleans and shampoos carpets; glues and performs carpet stretching and repairs as assigned.
2. Assembles furniture, including chairs, desks and partitions; moves furniture, supplies and equipment between classrooms, District sites, and to and from vendors; transports garbage to dump grounds.
3. Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; cleans chalkboards and erasers; empties pencil sharpeners.
4. Empties and cleans waste receptacles; refills dispensers.
5. Cleans, scrubs and disinfects restrooms; washes windows and walls; polishes metal work; cleans sinks, mirrors and other bathroom fixtures; restocks supplies.
6. Adjusts and arranges furniture and equipment; sets up rooms for special events and meetings.
7. Performs minor maintenance and non-technical repairs on buildings and grounds including replacing lights; reports other maintenance and repair needs.
8. Removes graffiti by using appropriate solution or painting over words and designs; reports graffiti unable to be removed or covered.
9. Raises or lowers flags; locks and unlocks doors and gates; reports potential safety, sanitary and fire hazards.
10. Operates a variety of custodial equipment including floor stripper, buffer, carpet shampooer, vacuum cleaner, power blower, and small power and hand tools.
11. Picks up paper and other debris from grounds and buildings.
12. Participates in the thorough cleaning and restoration of school plant during school vacations.

Knowledge of:

1. Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
2. Cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work.
3. Safety practices and work methods pertaining to the work.

Ability to:

1. Learn requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
2. Learn the schedules, procedures and use of custodial tools and supplies.
3. Use common cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and efficient manner.
4. Operate a variety of custodial equipment including floor stripper, buffer, carpet shampooer, vacuum cleaner, power blower, and small power and hand tools.
5. Perform minor repairs as assigned.
6. Observe and report needed maintenance and repair.
7. Meet schedules and time lines.
8. Understand and follow oral and written directions.
9. Perform heavy physical labor; lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
10. Work cooperatively with others.
11. Read, write and comprehend English at the level required for successful performance of assigned duties.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above, typically met by six months of full-time verifiable custodial experience in a large institutional or multi-facility setting.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Some positions in this class may require a valid California Driver License and proof of automobile insurance.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
 
Listed below are examples of the physical aspects that this classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, walk, run, and crawl.
• Perform moderate to heavy physical exertion.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Carry 25 pounds.
• Reach in all directions.
• Stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
• Work at indoor and outdoor environment, with possible dry, cold, and wet weather.
• Work at a desk, conference table, playgrounds or in meetings of various configurations.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the selection authority to accommodate the limitation.

Examination Information: 

After the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination parts for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following: scored supplemental questionnaire, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, project assignment, etc. 

Applicants must submit a full application. Failure to submit a complete application will result in disqualification from this recruitment.