General Information
Job Description | CUSTODIAN SR | Working Title | Senior Custodian |
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Job Code | 005116 | Grade | |
Department Name | Palm Desert Center - D01280 | Department Head | Tamara Hedges |
Supervisor | Michael Bonetti | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager, incumbent performs cleaning and general maintenance duties for the Palm Desert Center. Duties include both interior and exterior cleaning maintenance. In additional to daily operational cleaning duties, incumbent will assist with special event and classroom set-up and break down. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Experience Requirements
Experience | Requirement |
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Ability to read, write, follow oral and written instructions and six months of experience in a custodial cleaning operation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. | Required |
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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ROOM SET-UP: Prepare classrooms and meeting spaces daily by moving and arranging desks, chairs, benches, tables, and other types of furniture. Assist daily in the set-up and dismantling of special equipment at functions | 40 |
GENERAL CLEANING: Perform cleaning, housekeeping, and general maintenance duties. Empty and clean wastebaskets and other receptacles. Dust, clean, wax and polish furniture, woodwork, light fixtures, and other designated items. Wash doors, mirrors, showcases, inner windows, and ground level outside windows. Vacuum draperies, upholstered furniture, and other designated materials. Assist with general cleaning prior to, during, and following special events, meetings, and functions | 25 |
RESTROOM CLEANING: Mop, clean, and disinfect restrooms. Replenish restroom supplies. Unstop minor drain stoppages. | 20 |
FLOOR CLEANING: Sweep, mop, wax, dust, clean and polish floors, stairs, hallways, corridors, walls, moldings, outside steps, terraces, window sills, and other designated areas. Operate vacuum cleaners, buffers, wall washing machines, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, waxers, floor scrubbing and polishing machines during stripping, waxing, buffing, and other related cleaning operations. Spot clean carpets as needed. | 10 |
ADDITIONAL CUSTODIAL SERVICES: Perform specialized cleaning in audiovisual control rooms and mechanical areas. Report building and equipment needs. Spot-clean furniture upholstery as needed. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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Ability to operate and maneuver cleaning equipment and machinery | Required |
Communication Skills: Basic ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, superviors, and the general public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. | Required |
Physical Requirements: Ability to move up to 50 pounds and push up to 70 pounds. Walk and stand for extended periods. Stoop, bend, and climb ladders. | Required |
Knowledge of Custodial Services: Six (6) months of experience in a custodial cleaning operation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. | Required |
Knowledge of safety related to custodial work, including knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their interactions, danger signs and disposal methods. | Required |
Knowledge of cleaning machines and tools, including their uses, basic repair, and maintenance. | Required |
Writing skills: skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job responsiblities. | Preferred |
Math skills: Performing basic math calculations, such as adding and subtracting whole number, decimals, and fractions, as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: Yes |