Description:
The Organization
Francophone Charter School of Oakland is a French immersion charter school that opened its doors in 2015. Our mission is to provide a dual-immersion curriculum to a diverse community of students and to develop bilingual and bi-literate global citizens who are open minded and who value intellectual curiosity, personal integrity and creativity.
Position Title: School Custodian & Security Guard
Classification: Classified Employee; Full time Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Under the direction of the School Compliance Manager, the Custodian / Security / Safety Guard is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and secure school environment. This position performs custodial services, monitors campus safety, supervises students in designated areas, and assists with enforcing school safety procedures. The role supports a safe and orderly educational environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Clean and maintain classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, and common areas.
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Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors and surfaces.
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Empty trash and recycling containers and dispose of waste properly.
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Restock restroom supplies including soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
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Clean windows, furniture, doors, and fixtures as assigned.
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Maintain campus cleanliness including outdoor areas such as walkways and entrances.
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Set up and break down rooms for meetings, assemblies, and school events.
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Report maintenance issues, vandalism, or facility damage to appropriate personnel.
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Maintain custodial equipment and supplies in a safe and organized manner.
Security and Safety Duties
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Monitor campus entrances, hallways, parking lots, and outdoor areas to ensure safety.
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Conduct routine patrols of school grounds and facilities.
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Observe and report suspicious activities, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized individuals.
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Ensure gates, doors, and facilities are secured
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Assist with enforcing school safety policies and campus supervision procedures.
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Support visitor check-in procedures and direct visitors to the school office.
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Respond appropriately to incidents and notify administration or emergency personnel when necessary.
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Help maintain orderly behavior in common areas such as hallways and playgrounds.
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Support staff in maintaining a safe and respectful campus environment.
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Follow school and district emergency procedures.
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Report safety hazards immediately.
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Assist with fire drills, lockdown drills, and other emergency preparedness activities.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
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Previous custodial, maintenance, security, or school supervision experience preferred.
Knowledge of:
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Basic custodial cleaning methods and equipment
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Safe use of cleaning chemicals
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Basic campus safety and security practices
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School safety and emergency procedures
Ability to:
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Perform physical custodial tasks.
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Follow written and verbal instructions.
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Maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, and visitors.
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Observe and report safety concerns.
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Work independently with minimal supervision.
Licenses & Requirement:
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TB clearance and criminal background clearance as required by California law.
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First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
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Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
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Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Apply by 3/25/2026
