DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the appropriate supervisor in the Facilities department on the assigned shift, this position performs routine cleaning work in assigned areas; participates in the setup and removal of elements required for events; moves furniture, as needed, for office and classroom reconfiguration. The incumbent values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under limited supervision, the incumbent performs custodial duties on campus, in each building, and surrounding areas, including offsite facilities used by the college as assigned; troubleshoots, performs minor repairs, responds to emergency calls for service and reports safety or sanitation issues to the supervisor and lead custodian, as well as, prepares notes for work orders as assigned. Assists with the arrangement and removal of elements related for campus and community events; works closely with employees and the public to meet the custodial needs of the campus buildings and surrounding areas, owned or utilized by the college. The incumbent will ensure that the areas they are assigned to are maintained, clean, orderly, and in a safe condition for use.
- Perform all phases of routine custodial work as assigned. Work assignments may include but are not limited to clean, disinfect, dust, polish, pressure wash walls and sidewalks, of assigned locations used by faculty, staff, students or administrators. Areas which must be cleaned include but are not limited to classrooms, restrooms, office spaces, locker rooms, laboratories, dining, lounge, meeting room, hallway, walkway, building exterior, windows and common areas.
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Participates in deep cleaning assignments of college facilities during break/vacation periods, or when assigned. Assignments may include but are not limited to preparation, scrub, application of sealant, finish, polish, or shampoo to carpets and upholstery.
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Perform routine and preventative maintenance on custodial equipment and tools to ensure safety and efficient use, makes minor repairs to custodial equipment.
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Cleans and makes minor repairs of a non-technical nature to keep their assigned area safe and operational including but not limited to adjustments to shades, blinds, and furniture, tightening toilet seats, and shelves on bookcases.
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Operate and maintain custodial related items, equipment and tools including but not limited to power vacuums and machines for scrubbing, buffing, shampooing and extraction, district vehicles, forklifts or autonomous machines.
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Assist in maintenance of specialty flooring including hardwood and concrete. Maintenance may include preparation, clean, coat, tack and apply finish.
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Collect and dispose of biohazardous materials (i.e. sharp containers).
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Monitor, remove, or replace District approved portable air purifier filters and space heaters as needed.
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Responsible for restocking items in assigned areas including but not limited to paper towels, toilet paper, soap dispensers, towel racks and similar dispensers. As needed, request additional supplies and ensure adequate supplies are available to complete daily custodial functions.
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Remove and replace lamps, indicating in a report which light fixture requires additional work to supervisor, so a work order can be drafted.
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Assists in moving arrangement, and set-up for furniture and equipment in buildings and surrounding areas for events, including but not limited to stage and gymnasium set-ups.
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Under direct supervision assist in cleaning interior and exterior second story windows using personnel lift.
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As assigned lock or unlock classrooms, restrooms, and other designated buildings or areas; secure doors, gates, windows and buildings; turn off unnecessary lights when not in use; and ensure buildings are secured.
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Report safety concerns, including vandalism, graffiti, sanitary, fire hazards, and security violations.
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Inspect fire extinguishers and emergency lights each month and report findings to the supervisor.
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Load and drive a light truck and other district vehicles, as assigned, to deliver, or pick up equipment, furniture, and supplies or other items as assigned.
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Train, oversee, assigned student workers and substitutes.
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Attends and participates in shift meetings.
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Responsible for keeping up to date with online safety training and attend all other training activities relevant to the custodial position as assigned.
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Performs other related work as assigned.
Knowledge of:
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Modern cleaning methods, practices and procedures;
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Safe work practices related to custodial care;
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS) purpose;
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Cleaning chemicals and their purpose;
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Planning and organization.
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Proper lifting techniques.
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Basic computer skills to access emails, work orders, and safety training modules.
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Requirements for maintaining a building in clean, sanitary and orderly condition.
Demonstrates ability to:
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Learn and follow established cleaning, practices, methods, and schedules;
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Use cleaning materials and equipment efficiently and safely;
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Make minor non-technical repairs;
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Work independently, as well as with students, staff and faculty;
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Oversee and train substitutes and student workers assigned to work with them;
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Cooperatively work with custodial and other Facilities staff;
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Drive work truck and other vehicles required in the performance of custodial duties;
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Understand and carry out simple oral and written directions.
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Learn and implement safe work practices to meet safety standards.
Working Conditions:
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Duties are primarily performed on campus and other off-campus sites.
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Duties are performed indoors and outdoors.
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Duties may be performed during inclement weather.
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Work requires standing and walking for prolonged periods.
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The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
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The incumbent will have contact, in person or on the telephone or radio, with executive, management, supervisory, faculty, classified staff and the general public.
Physical Demands:
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Ability to lift, carry, and/or moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds;
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Handle equipment, and operate machinery necessary to perform job duties;
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Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
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Bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel;
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Reach in all directions
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Frequent, pushing and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 120 pounds with occasional heavy work;
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Handle equipment; hand truck(dollies), pallet jacks;
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Work at heights; ascend and descend ladders, and work in multi-level buildings.
Special Qualification:
Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED and one year of custodial work experience; or any combination of education, training, and experience.
Licenses and certificates required:
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Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s.
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License Forklift certification within one year of employment.
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Blood Borne pathogens training within the first year of employment.
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Fire extinguisher training within the first year of employment.
The desired start date is August 2026. This is a full-time, 37-hour, classified, 12-month position.
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 3:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. and Friday, 3:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Eligible for five percent (5%) shift differential
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by Sunday, August 2, 2026 by 11:59 PST:
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A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience.
Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.
