Custodian I (3 Night Shift Positions) - Cuesta College : Job Details

Salary : $45,072.00 - $49,692.00 Annually Location : San Luis Obispo & North County Campus, CA Job Type: Full Time - 12 Months/ 100% FTE Job Number: FY2425-00092 Division: Administrative Services Department: Facilities Services, Planning, and Capital Projects Opening Date: 11/04/2024 Closing Date: 12/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Job Description Summary This recruitment is for three (3) night shift custodian positions, two (2) will be assigned to the San Luis Obispo Campus and one (1) will be assigned to the North County Campus in Paso Robles. The schedule will be 5:00 tpm to 1:30 am Monday through Friday. This schedule is eligible for a 7.5% shift differential increase in pay. DEFINITION Under general supervision, perform custodial work in college buildings and offices; and to perform other related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Custodian I class is distinguished from other classes in the Maintenance and Operations Series in that incumbents are responsible for all custodial work at the college. The Custodian class promotes institutional effectiveness by ensuring that District facilities are maintained in a safe and clean working condition for all students, faculty, staff, and the community. ABOUT THE COLLEGEWhere You Will Work Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande. Who We AreEquity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

• Additional information about the college can be found at
• The college planning documents can be found at
• Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at
• We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at

Essential Functions & QualificationsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and organize custodial work;
• Clean and disinfect restrooms;
• Vacuum carpet floors;
• Wet and dry mop floors;
• Operate power vacuums, scrubbing and buffing machines, and shampooing machines;
• Clean, dust, and polish furniture, woodwork, lockers, walls, and metal work;
• Coat special hardwood gym floor; chemically clean, prep, tack, and apply finish;
• Clean and sweep walks, corridors, and entrances;
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains;
• Clean and wash windows and glass doors;
• Empty waste containers and carry out waste;
• Move and rearrange desks, chairs, tables, furniture, and other equipment;
• Replace light bulbs;
• Lubricate and service equipment used in the course of work;
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire prevention hazards;
• Secure buildings and turn off lights;
• Learn and implement safe work practices to meet safety standards;
• Use cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment for all phases of custodial services;
• Understand Hazard Communication Regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets;
• Perform heavy physical labor;
• Lift 100 pounds and/or carry 50 pounds;
• Stand for extended periods of time (mopping, scrubbing, shampooing, vacuuming and other related custodial work);
• Bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel, crawl;
• Reach in all directions;
• Work at heights;
• Ascend and descend ladder;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Essential functions of particular positions within classifications may vary because job duties may vary by work location.QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Required

• Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth grade.

Experience: Required

• One year of general work experience. Experience in custodial work preferred.

Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge of:

• Modern cleaning methods, procedures, equipment, and materials;
• Requirements for maintaining buildings in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition;
• Requirements of Hazard Communication Regulation - Right to Know ;
• Requirements for respirator use;
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
• Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary;
• District policies and procedures.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties;
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
• Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
• Lift 100 pounds and/or carry 50 pounds;
• Bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel crawl;
• Reach in all directions;
• Work at heights;
• Ascend and descend ladder;
• Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates: Required

• Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.

Additional InformationREQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLYCandidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

Cover letter;

Resume;

Reference List (see further instructions below);

Unofficial transcripts;

Diversity statement (see further instructions below).

Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community. In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position. Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you. Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. SALARY SCHEDULE Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. Per Cuesta College's policies, new employees are placed at Steps A through C, which is the anticipated hiring range also listed below. The bargaining agreement also includes step and longevity increases. For a full salary schedule, please see our website:

• Salary Schedule Range: $3,756 - $4,566 per month.
• Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,756 - $4,141 per month.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONCuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications. San Luis Obispo County Community College District ( Cuesta College ) is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: Interview Process Information Selected applicants will be invited to attend a Zoom interview on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. TO: New Employees FROM: Human Resources SUBJECT: Benefits for Classified & Management Employees Cuesta College's Benefits website: Employees who work half-time or more are entitled to receive fringe benefits. The fringe allocation is money from the District to help cover the cost of insurance. Employees working half-time or more are eligible to participate in the District's medical, dental and vision insurance. Employees with a work assignment of 50% to 74% of full time will receive one-half of the above stated fringe allocation. If your insurance rate exceeds your fringe allocation, the balance will be deducted from your monthly payroll check. If the insurance plans selected cost less than the fringe allocation, any excess amount will be returned to the District. For more information about how fringe benefits are determined please refer to the collective bargaining agreement between SLO Community College District and Cuesta College Classified United Employees (CCCUE) or the Board of Trustees policy regarding management employees. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 805-###-#### or [email protected]. 01 Each open position has specific attachment requirements in order to be considered by the hiring committee. If the attachment directions are not followed, your application will not be considered. The required attachments for this position are: •Cover Letter; •Resume; •Professional Reference List (see instructions in Additional Information section); •Diversity Statement (see instructions in Additional Information section). Have you attached the correct required documents to your application?

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