CUSTODIAN (Night Shift)
San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
Close/First Review Date: 12/21/2025
Work Location: San Jose City College
Position Description:
POSITION SUMMARY
The Custodian will report to the Custodial Supervisor at San Jose
City. The work schedule is 12 months per year; Monday through
Thursday; 8:00 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. (A 5% night shift differential will
added to the salary).
This position is represented by the California School Employees
Association (CSEA), Chapter 363.
POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to a Custodial Supervisor or assigned administrator,
perform a wide variety of custodial, maintenance, and moving tasks
in the care, cleaning and setup of assigned classrooms, offices and
facilities and keep them in a clean, sanitary, and safe
condition.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Sweep, scrub, mop, wash, polish, strip and wax concrete,
linoleum, tile, and wood floors using various low and high speed
power machines; scrub, clean, and seal cement, terrazzo and ceramic
tile floors.
2. Operate a hot water pressure (steam) cleaner in the cleaning of
aggregate and cement floor surfaces.
3. Burnish, re-stripe and refinish hardwood gymnasium and other
hardwood flooring.
4. Scrub baseboards and walls; vacuum, shampoo and spot-clean
carpeting; clean ceilings, air vents, and light fixtures.
5. Dust, wash, and polish furniture and woodwork; wash and clean
windows, walls and chalkboards, whiteboards and smartboards.
6. Clean and maintain restrooms, shower and locker rooms,
cafeterias, offices and related facilities.
7. Empty and clean waste receptacles; sweep sidewalks, pick up
papers and clean drinking fountains.
8. Replenish supplies and fill paper and soap dispensers; deliver
supplies, furniture and equipment from one campus location to
another.
9. Turn out lights, lock doors and windows, and set alarm to ensure
security of the buildings and restricted areas.
10. Use a variety of electrical, mechanical, and hand tools to
move, set up and knock down staging, seating, and audio-visual
equipment used for community or District activities and
events.
11. Operate manual sprayers for insecticides inside
buildings.
12. Assemble, set up, or move furnishings such as desks, file
cabinets and chairs including heavy items such as fireproof
cabinets, weight room equipment and computer equipment.
13. Operate District vehicles such as a flatbed truck, a manual
transmission moving van and other vans, station wagons, dump truck,
gas and electric forklifts.
14. Set up and work off scaffolding, ladders, and other equipment
at heights to 30 feet to clean windows and vents.
15. Test new products and equipment; report (oral or written) on
results.
16. Use materials such as cleaning products, chemicals, floor
finishes, stripers, insecticides and pesticides.
17. Carry portable radio or cell phone during work and be available
for general custodial duties anywhere on campus.
18. Observe and report conditions which may indicate vandalism,
illegal entry or fire hazard.
19. Work as a team for the set up and cleanup of athletic,
community service and college events.
20. Input work orders; fill in for a custodian at any district
location as assigned.
21. Lift, carry, and move heavy objects.
22. Replace carpet tiles and make minor repairs to furniture as
needed.
23. Assist in compiling District property inventories.
24. Assist in the training of new Custodial employees.
25. Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
1. Effective and safe methods used in general custodial/janitorial
work;
2. Operation and use of power driven equipment, including light
truck, moving van, forklifts and utility vehicles.
3. Operation, use, and maintenance of wet and dry vacuum machines,
low and high speed floor machines, rotary and “steam” carpet
shampoo machines, high pressure “steam” cleaners, and power driven
sweepers.
4. Operation and maintenance of hand sprayers for
insecticides.
5. Safe and proper method of collecting and disposing of hazardous
materials.
Skills and Ability to:
1. Read, write, and speak English.
2. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions specified
in English.
3. Exercise judgment in carrying out assigned tasks without
detailed instructions.
4. Operate office equipment, computers, smartphones and tablets
with related software.
5. Use cleaning materials and equipment with skill, efficiency, and
safety.
6. Perform sustained physical labor requiring lifting and carrying
up to 50 pounds without assistance.
7. Safely operate custodial power driven equipment and floor
cleaning machines and equipment.
8. Safely work on scaffolding and ladders at heights up to 30
feet.
9. Work in areas that may require use of respirator or protective
clothing.
10. Pass a complete physical examination prior to permanent
appointment.
Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Completion of formal or informal education which assures the
ability to read, write and speak at the level sufficient for
successful job performance.
2. Experience in building or related cleaning work.
Special Licenses, Certificates, etc.:
1. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications:
District’s Diversity Requirements
- Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the
diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual
orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups
historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced
discrimination.
- Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major
duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in
the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent
transferable skills to do so.
Salary Range:
$60,635 - $73,960 Annual Salary (Range 65: Classified Salary
Schedule Fiscal Year 2025-2026). Starting placement is generally at
Step 1.
Benefits:
In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice
of one of the District’s excellent Health Benefits and Welfare
plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the
employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing
an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We
offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser
Permanente (HMO]); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice);
life insurance for the employee (The Hartford); life insurance for
eligible dependents (The Hartford); a long term disability/income
protection plan (The Hartford); and an employee assistance plan
(Anthem EAP).
In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the
employee’s salary towards an eligible employee’s pension
(CalPERS).
Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including
purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their
eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or
dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly
administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars
aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity)
and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).
Classified employees also earn 10 to 22 days per year of vacation
(based on years of service), and up to 12 sick leave days
(pro-rated for less than full-time positions). There are currently
20 paid holidays.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and
apply on line at the following link: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/
About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who
are passionate about providing our student population with the best
educational experience possible. The District recognizes that
cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic
excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding;
provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an
inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its
employees, students, and the community it serves.
As of fall 2017, with enrollment of approximately 18,500 per
semester, and an extremely diverse student population
(Hispanic/Latino 44%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific
Islander 32%, American Indian/Native American 0.5%, White/Caucasian
11%) attaining educational goals reflecting 45% - AA Degree and
Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis
on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the
State.
The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as
colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors
and confidential staff consisting of 29 % Hispanic/Latino, 13%
Asian/Pacific Islander, 7% Black/African American, 23%
White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all
qualified, outstanding applicants.
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