Facility Support Services I

Description Of Basic Functions And Responsibilities
The Shasta College Physical Plant department is seeking to build a pool of qualified applicants for substitute custodial work. We will respond to applications based on our current needs.
To perform general cleaning custodial functions at assigned campus classrooms, buildings, and/or other facilities. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. Employees in this job class exercise responsibility for the general cleanliness of assigned campus areas.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

Essential Functions

• Performs general janitorial and custodial functions at assigned campus areas
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes, and buffs flooring
• Cleans, vacuums, and extracts carpets, and upholstered furniture
• Cleans, dusts and polishes walls, furniture, woodwork, and office equipment
• Cleans chalkboards and markerboards, empties pencil sharpeners, and cleans classrooms in routine manner
• Washes, scrubs, mops, stocks, and disinfects restrooms
• Cleans and polishes metal work such as door panels and hand railings
• Washes windows and glass doors
• Maintains appearance of the exterior of assigned buildings, such as washing windows, cobwebbing, etc.
• Empties and cleans waste containers and picks up paper and other refuse on grounds in immediate area of assigned buildings
• Sweeps sidewalks, entrances, and breezeways
• Assists in moving or rearranging chairs, tables, desks, furniture, and other equipment
• Sets up, services, and breaks down district/community events
• Makes minor non-technical repairs, such as replacing lights, replacing batteries in automatic flush valves, replacing dispensers, and adjusting blinds, desks, or other furniture
• Replaces batteries in District clocks and maintains correct time
• Reports unsanitary and fire safety hazards
• Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning, and polishing machines, scrubbers, etc.
• Locks and unlocks doors and gates to ensure security of buildings and related areas
• Drives district vehicles, collects trash, and disposes of trash
• Delivers, stocks, and keeps inventory of supplies and equipment to assigned campus areas
• Performs other duties similar to the above in scope and functions as required

Knowledge of:

• Modern cleaning methods, materials, tools, and equipment
• The safe use and operation of equipment and chemicals used in janitorial and custodial work

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Safely and effectively use and apply cleaning agents, equipment, and materials
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties

Experience/Education

Possession Of

• A valid and appropriate California Driver's License

Education Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience Required:

• One year of experience in custodial work or the equivalent
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.