SAN JOSE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

I.

Title

Custodian I

II.

Definition

Under general supervision, to perform routine cleaning work in a school plant or
installation, and do related work consistent with the job description.

III.

Examples of Duties

Working from a prepared work schedule, sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes concrete,
linoleum, tile and wood floors; vacuums rugs and carpets in school plant offices and rooms;
cleans and dusts walls, furniture, woodwork and other equipment; washes windows;
changes lights; sweeps walks and entrances; washes, scrubs, cleans and polishes metal work
such as door panels and handrailings; empties and cleans waste containers; assists in
moving or rearranging chairs, tables, desks, furniture and other equipment; maintains
equipment used in the course of work; performs special custodial work upon request of
faculty members; reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards; assists in the cleaning of
buildings during vacations; takes swim pool readings and makes necessary adjustments on
occasions.

IV.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Not applicable.

V.

Employment Standards

A.

Knowledge of:

Modern cleaning methods and the use and care of cleaning
equipment;

materials and

The tools and basic practices of building routine maintenance
Ability to:

work.

B.

Meet the public tactfully and courteously and establish and
cooperative and effective working relationships;

maintain

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

Perform heavy physical labor;

Read and understand directions in use of chemicals and
solutions, especially those which could be dangerous to a

person's health.

C.

Education/Training/Experience:

Completion of 10th grade or equivalent or any combination of
education, experience and training which meets or exceeds the
knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

standards of

D.

Licenses/Certificates:

Custodian I
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VI.

Specific Qualifications

Date7/85

Range20a

Position CodeCU1

JBD:yy