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.
Substitute Custodian at Redondo Beach Unified School District Print Application Deadline 10/6/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/6/2026 Contact Sergio Hernandez Jr 3109371201 Number of Openings 1 Salary Single Rate $23.40 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info This position is paid on a monthly cycle. Length of Work Year On-call, 2024-25SY, Hours vary; Must be available to work day/night shifts Employment Type Part Time Job Description /
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REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE
CUSTODIAN
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift; maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform routine custodial duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets. Clean classrooms, cafeterias, offices, hallways, lounges, kitchens, conference rooms, library and other facilities as assigned; dust, sanitize and wipe down desks, tables, furniture, doors, countertops, equipment and woodwork; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed. Pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to school buildings; empty waste receptacles; replace trash liners; hose down concrete, asphalt and other surface areas as assigned. Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with paper towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile, walls, counters, light fixtures and windows; unclog drains and toilets. Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; turn lights on and off; set alarms as required; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; raise and lower flags as assigned. Move and arrange furniture and equipment as required; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for meetings, special events and school activities as assigned; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events. Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines, carpet cleaners and other equipment. Report vandalism and safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate staff; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed; refer maintenance and repair needs to appropriate staff; perform minor repairs on equipment; assemble and repair furniture; replace light bulbs as needed. Monitor inventory levels of custodial supplies as required; assist with ordering, receiving and maintaining inventory of custodial supplies as assigned. Clean chalkboards, whiteboards, chalk trays and erasers as needed. Maintain routine records related to assigned activities. Participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods as required.
OTHER DUTIES
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work. Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, 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 duties at a designated school or District site during an assigned shift. Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, safe and secure condition. Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Operate a variety of custodial equipment. Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order. Move and arrange furniture and equipment. Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair. Maintain routine records related to work performed. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Observe health and safety regulations. Meet schedules and time lines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor work environment. Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment. Walking or standing for extended periods of time. Seeing to perform custodial duties. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Climbing ladders and working from heights.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals. Working on ladders.
Requirements / Qualifications
Online application only.
Requirements / Qualifications
Online application only. Comments and Other Information Applications will be screened on an as-needed basis. •Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a LiveScan background check; candidates must disclose any convictions on application. Failure to do so will result in a rescinded job offer. Candidate selected for employment will be required to provide verification of work authorization in the form of a passport, driver's license, or other equivalent and social security card. TB skin test required Redondo Beach Unified School District (RBUSD) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in all district programs, activities, and employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, pregnancy, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Redondo Beach Unified School District prohibits sexual harassment of RBUSD employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation. For more information, you may contact the
Title IX Coordinator/ Director of Student Services Jason Kurtenbach, E-mail:
jkurtenbach@rbusd.org,
Telephone:
310-379-5449 Comments and Other Information Applications will be screened on an as-needed basis. •Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a LiveScan background check; candidates must disclose any convictions on application. Failure to do so will result in a rescinded job offer. Candidate selected for employment will be required to provide verification of work authorization in the form of a passport, driver's license, or other equivalent and social security card. TB skin test required Redondo Beach Unified School District (RBUSD) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in all district programs, activities, and employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, pregnancy, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Redondo Beach Unified School District prohibits sexual harassment of RBUSD employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation. For more information, you may contact the
Title IX Coordinator/ Director of Student Services Jason Kurtenbach, E-mail:
jkurtenbach@rbusd.org,
Telephone:
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