Applications will be accepted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 7:30 AM through 4:30 PM.
Only online applications and required certificates will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey.
This is a Promotional and Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list, fill vacancies, and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.
Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Some positions may be assigned to PM shift 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm.
The recruitment process will consist of a performance examination and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of July 20 - August 7, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, maintain assigned school plant and related facilities in a clean and orderly manner; perform a variety of duties assuring that buildings and grounds are maintained and repaired in a timely and efficient manner.
Perform a variety of custodial duties for assigned facility; sweep, scrub and mop floors; wash windows, counters and walls; remove graffiti. Clean walks, public areas, seating areas, restrooms, and concession stands.E
Perform minor repairs to buildings and campus equipment including, but not limited to, repair/replace floor and ceiling tiles; install and/or repair restroom dispensers, simple plumbing repairs; projection screens and roll maps; install bolt and screw fasteners; install and/or repair pencil sharpeners, door stops, window closures, fixtures, desks, lights and chairs; may be required to install and/or repair individual lockers. E
Inspect playground equipment regularly and report condition to site administrator or designated District authority. Assist in maintaining playground surfacing such as wood chips or tiles. Perform minor repairs to playground equipment and physical education equipment. E
Clean and maintain roof gutters and down spouts. Install window boards. E
Perform emergency repairs to buildings and fixtures including emergency locker repair. E
Empty and clean waste receptacles; pick up paper; pick up trash containers and empty into large bins. E
Move furniture and equipment; set up meeting rooms, classrooms and other school facilities for special events and meetings. E
Turn lights on and off; unlock and lock doors and gates; raise flags. E
Communicate with students, staff, administrators and others regarding custodial and general maintenance needs. E
Wash walk and eating areas as directed; clean drinking fountains; make emergency clean-ups in cafeteria or other areas as needed. E
Maintain various supplies and equipment used in the course of work, including those required to perform minor maintenance repairs such as nuts, bolts, nails, paint, etc.; receive, distribute and store school supplies as directed; walk-through Warehouse orders when required. E
Drive vehicle as needed to complete job duties, such as picking up supplies needed to perform minor maintenance repairs; run errands to District Office or other locations as needed. E
Drive vehicle as needed to complete job duties, such as picking up supplies needed to perform minor maintenance repairs; run errands to District Office or other locations as needed. E
Check doors, windows and assigned areas for vandalism; report safety, fire hazards and vandalism as appropriate. Assist District in enforcing facility use policies, reporting violations/violators to assigned supervisor or administrator. E
Oversee student activity as assigned, including student workers.
Assist in the performance of grounds and building maintenance duties as assigned.
Assist District in implementing energy management program.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial and routine maintenance work.
Cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work.
Safety practices and work methods.
Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Facility use policies.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards.
Use basic hand tools to perform minor repairs.
Maintain tools and equipment assigned in clean working order and provide proper security.
Demonstrate safe work habits and observe all applicable worker safety practices, including the use of required personal protective equipment.
Perform a variety of routine maintenance on buildings and equipment.
Observe and report need for skilled maintenance and repair.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Work cooperatively with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required.
Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
Be motivated to produce high quality work product.
Work within stressful situations.
Comprehend and follow instructions.
Maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload.
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and one year of custodial experience in a large institutional or multi-facility setting.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license. Must be, and remain, insurable under the District's vehicle driver's insurance policy at the standard rate.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor environment; subject to regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized equipment, hand and power tools; seeing to observe needed and completed repairs; climbing ladders and working from heights; reaching overhead and horizontally to replace lights in high places; standing and walking for extended periods of time; lifting heavy objects and moving furniture weighing up to 50 pounds; bending at the waist; and kneeling.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to dust and chemicals such as disinfectants and neutral cleaners.
