About the EmployerEscalon Unified School District spans approximately 161 square miles and is located in southern San Joaquin County along the northern back of the Stanislaus River. The district was formed in 1967 from the unification of seven elementary districts and one secondary district. EUSD values our supportive community as well as productive collaboration amongst our professional staff which promotes effective teaching and improved student learning. With 3000 students and over 300 staff members, our eight school sites engage our student learners in a variety of ways including Dual Language Immersion, K-12 Home School, Career Technical Education programs such as Agriculture, Computer Programming and First Responders, Advanced Placement, 4-12 music and much more. Escalon Unified School District strategically recruits, hires, develops and retains the highest quality staff in order to ensure that all EUSD students learn at high levels. We encourage you to view our website and follow us on our Facebook page.Job Description / Essential Elements: JOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision of the Principal or Head Custodian, keeps assigned rooms, areas of buildings, or office spaces clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly; performs other work as assigned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION May include, but not limited to:1.Working from oral and written instructions and assignments 2.Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, or buff floors or other building surfaces with hand tools and/or machines 3.Vacuum rugs and carpets 4.Dust and polish furniture and woodwork5.Empty and clean waste receptacles 6.Remove cobwebs7.Clean blackboards, windows, mirrors, and walls8.Scrub, clean, and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms and fills soap and paper dispensers9. Polish metal work10.Assist in moving and arranging furniture and equipment11.Clean and adjust desks and other furniture12.Set up buildings and rooms for meetings and special events13.Replace lights14.Adjust shades and blinds15.Scrape and refinish floors16.Perform minor painting and minor repairs on furniture, equipment and facilities17.Pick up paper on grounds and walks18.Unlock and lock doors to buildings19.Raise or lower flag20.Perform routine grounds keeping duties21.Assist in restoration of buildings and grounds during school vacation22.Help unload merchandise received at schools or District office23.Supervise work of student assistants24.Report unsafe conditions25.Perform, as directed, other duties consistent with the general areas of responsibility surrounding the job description.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge and Application of:Methods of cleaning and preserving floors, walls, and fixtures; cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work; common hand tools and machines.Ability to:•Quickly learn the schedules, procedures, and equipment used in custodial and grounds work•Use common electrical cleaning equipment•Read and write and carry out oral and written instructions•Establish and maintain cooperative relations with fellow employees, teachers, students, and visitors to the school•Read printed material•Hear and speak to sufficiently conduct normal in-person and telephone conversations•Perform manual labor, including the lifting and/or moving of objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Education / Experience:High school diploma or GED required One year of work experience, preferably including some custodial or janitorial work.Salary Level: 34 - Classified Salary ScheduleRequirements / QualificationsOn-call position. Hours and school sites vary depending on need.All applicants, please submit the following documents:
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3)
- Resume
Comments and Other InformationAffirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer - This school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, gender, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.