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Custodian

Government JobsSan Jose, CA, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Custodian Position at San Jose State University

The custodian in the Facilities Development and Operations department will sweep, vacuum, spot carpets, clean carpets, scrub, mop, wax, and polish floors; clean classrooms, laboratories, lavatories, locker rooms, blackboards, white boards, windows, venetian style blinds; replenish lavatory supplies, empty wastebaskets and recycling bins and remove trash / recycling from campus buildings, replace lamps in light fixtures; lock and unlock doors and windows as required; safeguard building or equipment; and other duties listed in the Classification and Qualification Standards of the CSU system and the Department Standards Guideline may be assigned in order to meet customer and campus needs. Different shift operational needs may vary to some degree and individual assignments on a given date are determined by available staffing, campus customer needs, and customer expectations.

Key responsibilities include :

  • Removes and replenishes all dispenser supplies and materials
  • Dusts, sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors with department approved chemicals
  • Cleans walls, mirrors, partitions, fixtures, and ventilation coverings
  • Cleans toilets, urinals, and sinks with department approved chemicals
  • Removes and empties all trash / recycling containers daily to appropriate locations
  • Transports materials between buildings and utilizes vehicles
  • Sweeps, dust mops, mops, and vacuums daily; spots carpets, strips, waxes, and polishes floors weekly
  • Cleans and maintains door and entry glass daily
  • Organizes and moves tables and chairs to campus standard
  • Checks and changes light bulbs / tubes daily in all areas
  • Utilizes personal protective equipment

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include :

  • Must be able to successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for CSU campuses and pass the course exam
  • May be required to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to use and care for custodial supplies and equipment
  • Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position
  • Ability to implement a customer service approach, with a commitment to high ethical standards
  • Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations
  • Required qualifications include :

  • Ability to communicate verbally at a level appropriate to the duties of the position
  • Ability to follow simple oral and written directions
  • Ability to understand chemical / product mixing ratios and ability to label containers accordingly
  • Requires the possession of a valid California Driver's License for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required for position and in any emergency situation
  • Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations.
  • A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

    Once hired, the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

    Preferred qualifications include :

  • Six months of full time custodial or service industry experience in an institutional or commercial setting
  • Six months of full-time experience with industrial commercial equipment
  • Compensation : Classification : Custodian Anticipated Hiring Range : up to $3,680 / month

    CSU Salary Range : $3,680 / month - $4,951 / month San Jos State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.

    Application Procedure : Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents :

  • Resume
  • Letter of Interest
  • This position is open until filled.

    Work Schedule : Selected candidates will be placed in one of the following shifts based on operational needs. Sunday - Thursday, 10 : 30 p.m. to 7 : 00 a.m. Sunday - Thursday 3 : 00 p.m. to 11 : 30 p. m.

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