A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Under the direction of the Supervisor Custodial Services, maintains an assigned group of classrooms, rest rooms, offices and related facilities in a clean and orderly manner on an assigned shift; performs a variety of diverse duties cleaning and maintaining facilities. Performs related duties as may be assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES E
= indicates essential duties of the position Cleans and stock restrooms. (E) Sweeps; dust mops and wet mops floors. (E) Vacuum carpets. (E) Cleans and shampoos carpets. (E) Empties trash inside and outside of College. (E) Participates in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods. (E) Stocks supplies in custodial closets. Cleans gym floor. (E) Cleans men's and women's locker room and showers. (E) Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
KNOWLEDGE OF
Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work. Basic requirements for the safe maintenance of college facilities. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Requirements of maintaining District buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, black boards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures. Proper methods of cleaning and disposing of hazardous chemical or infectious wastes. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
ABILITY TO
Maintain classrooms, offices and other school facilities in a clean, safe and secure condition. Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods safely, efficiently and according to pre-determined standards. Learn and apply knowledge of schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work. Maintain tools and equipment assigned in clean working order and provide proper security. Maintain custodial records according to established procedures. Meet schedules and time lines. Perform minor, non-technical repairs. Observe and report need for maintenance and repair. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Work cooperatively with others. Communicate effectively with others.
OTHER INFORMATION WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
: Not applicable - no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS
: Co-workers, student workers, students, and security personnel
PHYSICAL EFFORT
: Lifting and moving heavy objects; climbing ladders and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to replace lights bulbs Standing for extended periods of time; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching; pushing and pulling cleaning equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
: Exposure to cleaning chemicals
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered: Application Current resume Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications. Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework. Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply. Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary. Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
VISA AVC
does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu. ______________________________________________________________________ Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police
