Custodian - Full-TimeDiocese of Orange

Job Classification: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Department/Program: Facilities

Reports To: Facilities Director

Schedule: Full Time. This is a 12-month per year position. The work hours are 2 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Pay Range: $21/hour. Eligible for comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage and paid time-off benefits.

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St. Junipero Serra Catholic School is valued as an exemplary Diocesan Catholic Parish School located in South Orange County, California. Motivated by the teachings of St. Junipero Serra and the persevering spirit of our founding families, we prepare our students to live their Catholic faith as servant leaders of Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit, St. Junipero Serra students are encouraged to develop their God-given gifts and talents to meet the challenges of this ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, orderly, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors at an elementary and middle school. The Custodian will be assigned a designated area of the school to clean and maintain daily, following established cleaning schedules and procedures.

The ideal candidate is dependable, takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, and is willing to learn. Basic custodial experience is preferred, but training will be provided. School custodial experience and general maintenance experience are helpful.

You do not need to be Catholic to be considered for this position.  However, because all St. Junipero Serra Catholic School employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and mission of the Church in performing their work.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Clean and maintain assigned classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, common areas, and other designated spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and sanitize floors, surfaces, furniture, windows, and fixtures.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish paper products, soap, and other supplies.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and dispose of waste properly.
• Sweep, clean and occasionally hose-down outdoor lunch tables and concrete ground. Assist in maintaining cleanliness of playgrounds, sports field and parking lot.
• Maintain assigned areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition throughout the school day and as scheduled.
• Set up and take down tables, chairs, equipment, and other materials for school events, meetings, assemblies, and activities.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and report facility issues, damage, safety hazards, or needed repairs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Use cleaning supplies, equipment, and tools safely and according to established procedures.
• Maintain custodial equipment and supplies in an organized and secure manner.
• Follow school safety procedures, including appropriate precautions when working around students and staff.
• Assist with special cleaning projects, seasonal cleaning, and other duties as assigned.
• Assure that the buildings/campus are secure at the end of the shift if working the last shift of the day.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the Diocesan Employee Handbook.
• Additional duties as needed/assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic custodial or cleaning experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in an elementary school, middle school, or other educational setting is helpful but not required.
• General maintenance or building services experience is a plus.
• Willingness to learn proper cleaning methods, equipment operation, and school safety procedures. Training will be provided, as needed.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned tasks independently.
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers, school staff, and supervisors.
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful manner in a school environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and report maintenance concerns or safety issues promptly.

Working Conditions / Physical Environment

• The employee will work independently in an assigned area and as part of a custodial or maintenance team.
• Work is performed primarily indoors in classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, gymnasiums, and other school facilities, with some outdoor assignments including cleaning/maintaining outdoor lunch areas, playgrounds, sports field and parking lot.
• Work may take place before, during, or after regular school hours, depending on the assigned schedule.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for school events, special activities, or facility needs.
• The position involves working around students, staff, parents, and visitors.
• Duties may include exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, dirt, bodily fluids, and other routine custodial hazards. Proper protective equipment and established safety procedures must be followed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, stretch, and climb stairs as needed to complete cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull cleaning supplies, equipment, furniture, tables, and chairs. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds may be required, with assistance or equipment provided for heavier or awkward items.
• Ability to operate common custodial equipment, including vacuums, floor-cleaning and waxing equipment, carts, and other tools as trained.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, and wiping surfaces.
• Ability to safely move furniture and set up or take down equipment for school events.
• Ability to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.