Custodian, Lead (Pittsburg)

Location: Los Medanos College

About the role

Position Definition: To perform skilled and lead custodial work involving the care, maintenance and cleaning of rooms, office space, buildings and related facilities; to coordinate the work of custodial staff; and to assist in maintaining the safety and security of district and college facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Custodian I - entry-journal level classification; Custodian II - journey-level classification requiring complete knowledge of custodial methods and procedures and use of various custodial equipment; Custodian, Lead - acts as a lead and provides direction to assigned staff in general custodial maintenance at a college site, provides guidance and instruction on techniques, methods and procedures for accomplishing assigned tasks and solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the day-to-day work of a group of custodians and ensures work is completed in accordance with instructions.
• Responds to requests for emergency custodial needs and furniture or equipment setup; coordinates special work as required.
• Ensures rooms are set up for special events and meetings and restored to prior condition afterwards.
• Coordinates and performs the sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and polishing of floors and the dusting and polishing of furniture, woodwork, fixtures and equipment.
• Coordinates and performs the washing of windows, walkways and walls and the removal of graffiti.
• Coordinates and performs the cleaning and disinfecting of toilets, sinks, mirrors, hand plates, dispensers, fountains, glass doors and windows according to prescribed methods.
• Stocks paper in restrooms; fills soap dispensers.
• Empties trash receptacles and washes them when soiled; relines receptacles with bags as needed.
• Inspects buildings and reports unsatisfactory or dangerous situations which cannot be immediately corrected.
• Provides reports on activities, as requested.
• Purchases custodial supplies as required.
• Trains, inspects and reviews the work of other custodial staff.
• Keeps time records and maintains employee schedules.
• Maintains and operates floor maintenance equipment.
• Cleans and makes minor repairs, including changing light bulbs and lamps.
• Disposes and removes hazardous waste material and e-waste material.
• Prepares work orders using a computer.
• Secures facilities at the end of work shift, including locking doors, windows and setting alarms.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience performing custodial duties in a similar work environment.
• Possession of a high school diploma/GED or the equivalent.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in custodial, janitorial, or facilities services (lead or supervisory experience preferred).
• Experience leading custodial projects, including stripping, waxing, and burnishing hard floor surfaces; carpet maintenance using multiple techniques; and top-to-bottom deep cleaning of entire buildings or large areas.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and support a custodial team.
• Strong knowledge of custodial cleaning methods, chemicals, equipment, and safety practices.
• Ability to perform quality inspections and ensure work meets established standards.