Custodian I (PC)

Custodian I (PC)

Kern Community College District

Salary : $3,038.65 - $4,226.21 Monthly

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : FY25-2600160

Location : Porterville, CA

Department : Maintenance & Operations

Basic Function

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine day or evening custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned District facility; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

Incumbents in the Custodian I classification perform a variety of routine custodial duties in maintenance of an assigned school campus or other assigned District facilities in a safe, clean and sanitary condition. Incumbents in the Custodian II classification regularly perform a variety of more complex work assignments and may be assigned lead responsibilities over other custodial personnel in the absence of the supervisor.

Representative Duties

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or District facility during a day or evening shift; sweep, scrub, mop, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets.

Clean classrooms, lounges, offices and other facilities as assigned; empty waste receptacles; spot mop and shampoo spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed.

Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; replenish dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.

• Replace light bulbs and tubes; clean chalkboards and erasers; empty pencil sharpeners.

Dust and polish furniture, fixtures and woodwork; perform minor repairs to furniture as needed.

Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; set and disengage alarms as appropriate.

Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.

Move and arrange furniture and equipment; prepare classrooms, gym and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings; set-up chairs, tables, bleachers and other furniture and equipment for special events or meetings; clean up furniture equipment and debris following these events.

Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer / scrubber machines, blowers and other equipment.

Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods as assigned.

Perform minor grounds maintenance duties as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to : at least six months related experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of :

Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment are used in modern custodial work.

Modern cleaning methods encompass basic techniques for cleaning floors, blackboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.

Requirements of maintaining District buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.

Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Proper lifting techniques.

Ability to :

Perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school site or other District facility.

Maintain District buildings and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.

Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Operate a variety of custodial equipment, such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, and buffer / scrubber.

Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.

Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.

Observe and report safety hazards and the need for maintenance and repair.

Perform minor non-technical repairs.

Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Work cooperatively with others.

Meet the essential physical function of this job, which is the ability to lift at least 75 pounds.

Successful completion of a fitness for duty physical, including a drug screen.

SALARY RANGE $3,038.65 - $4,226.21 monthly Maximum Entry Level Salary : $3,065.78 monthly

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS If you are interested in being considered for this opening, please submit the following on or before the closing date of November 30 , 2025.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements . EEO Plan 2021-2024

Note : The district is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he / she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. Discrimination-Free Work Environment

All applicants must apply online at https : / / www.schooljobs.com / careers / kccd / jobs / 5132786 / custodian-i-pc . Emails will not be accepted.

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