Plant Supervisor I

JOB A separate application must be submitted if applying for Plant Supervisor II and Plant Supervisor - High SchoolPlease note: This is an open/promotional recruitment with promotional list taking precedence. There will be an eligible list established consisting of promotional (in-house) candidates, and another separate list consisting of open (outside) candidates. The Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service allows for promotional candidates in the top three ranks to be considered prior to consideration of candidates on the open list, unless the promotional list consists of fewer than three ranks. All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713.Under general supervision, plan, supervise and participate in custodial activities at an assigned elementary or small middle or K-8 school site; assure campus buildings and adjacent grounds areas are maintained in a clean, orderly and secure condition; train, schedule and supervise the performance of a small custodial crew; perform related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Train, schedule, supervise and evaluate the performance of an assigned small custodial crew; prepare cleaning schedules; inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance with instructions and established standards; interview and select employees; recommend employee disciplinary actions as appropriate. EInspect campus grounds and buildings, take meter readings and check for potential safety hazards and maintenance needs; inspect roof tops, rain gutters and downspouts for obstructions; inspect site for fire safety and report wear or damage to the appropriate department or personnel. ESupervise and participate in cleaning classrooms, cafeterias, kitchens, auditoriums, offices and other facilities as assigned; empty waste receptacles; spot mop spills; remove gum, debris and graffiti as needed; oversee the clean up of assigned campus after recesses and lunch breaks. EOversee and participate in the cleaning and disinfecting of drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; install and fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors and tile. ELock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines; report burglaries, violent students or visitors to appropriate school administrators and District School Safety Branch; set alarms as appropriate. EParticipate in and direct the cleaning and sweeping of campus buildings and grounds; pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to school facilities; wash windows and walls. EAssure proper posting for pesticide application notices according to established procedures and regulations. EMove and arrange furniture and equipment; dust and polish furniture and woodwork; assemble and perform minor repairs to furniture and equipment as needed. EParticipate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods. EOperate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and other equipment as assigned; operate a computer and assigned software, two-way radio and other office equipment as assigned;. EReplace light bulbs and tubes, clean chalkboards and erasers and empty pencil sharpeners; clean tables, chairs, walls, windows, blinds and floors; turn boilers and heaters on and off and add chemicals as necessary. EPrepare classrooms, multi-purpose rooms and other facilities or areas for special events or meetings as assigned; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities; may set up, operate and maintain audio visual equipment; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events. EConfer with administrators, teachers, other departments and outside agencies regarding custodial and maintenance needs of school buildings, grounds and facilities. EPrepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to personnel, safety and assigned activities. EMonitor inventory levels of custodial supplies, materials and equipment; order, receive and maintain inventory of supplies, materials and equipment; monitor emergency containers to assure proper water, food and supply inventory. ERemain on call and coordinate response for emergency custodial needs as assigned; communicate with local law enforcement and public safety personnel to provide information and directions to specific campus locations; participate in disaster drills; perform emergency shut off for major utility services; operate emergency generators as necessary. EEvaluate the performance of assigned personnel and prepare required evaluation reports; adjust employee grievances. EAttend meetings with contractors and District personnel regarding reconstruction, irrigation projects, addition of portable classrooms, work and location schedules and student safety.

ENote:

At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING

ENVIRONMENTIndoor and outdoor work environment. Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors. Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals. Working on ladders.

PHYSICAL

DEMANDSDexterity 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 moderately heavy objects (15 to 38 pounds), and pushing and pulling heavy objects (50-100 pounds or more) with the use of dollies or other equipment as assigned by position. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally. Climbing ladders and working from heights to replace light bulbs.

If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: perscom@lbschools.net or 562-435-5708.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying, targeted at any student or employee by anyone, based on the student or employees actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy and related conditions, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For questions or complaints, contact

Equity Compliance Officer:

Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations,1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, srockenbach@lbschools.net and

Title IX Coordinator:

Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, kdalton@lbschools.net and 504

Coordinator:

Jenny R. Acosta, Program Administrator, 2221 Argonne Ave, LB 90815, 562-986-6870, JRAcosta@lbschools.net. If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: perscom@lbschools.net or 562-435-5708.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This examination process will consist initially of a "paper screening" of the applicant's training, background, and experience. Candidates whose background, skills, and expertise most closely match that which we are seeking, will be invited to continue in the selection process. This process may be comprised of any of the following: supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal interview; performance or technical examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.