Substitute Custodian Job at Mt. Pleasant Elementary in San Jose

About the Employer

Welcome to the Mount Pleasant School District!

Mount Pleasant School District is a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade district with three Elementary Schools, one Middle School, and one Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade Dependent Charter School. Nestled in the East Foothills of San Jose, it prepares about 1,500 students for high school, college, and careers.

The multitude of cultures, ethnic groups, and languages makes Mount Pleasant School District a rich atmosphere in which to learn, grow, and work. Parents and children take pride in their community and work together with the schools at all levels.

The parents and staff hold high expectations for all students' academic and social development. Parents not only volunteer their services to the schools but are an integral part of planning and implementing new programs in our district.

We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision that "Every student in the Mount Pleasant School District is empowered to succeed in a diverse and changing society."

Job Summary

Must have experience as a custodian. School experience is preferred.

Job Description / Essential Elements:

MT. PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Custodian

Job Purpose Statement/s: The job of "Custodian" is done for the purpose/s of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility; providing adequate arrangements for meetings, classroom activities and events; and minimizing property damage loss, and liability exposure.

Essential Job Functions:

• Arrangesfurnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events.
• Assistsother personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Attendsin-service training (i.e. blood born pathogens, CPR, First Aid, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information on new or improved methods and/or equipment.
• Cleansschool facilities (i.e. classrooms, offices, gym, restroom, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Evaluatessituations (i.e. involving other staff, students, parents, the public, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Informsstudents, other site personnel and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities.
• Inspectswork areas for the purpose of ensuring safety and cleanliness, and identifying necessary repairs do to vandalism.
• Maintainssupplies, equipment, vehicle, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of required items.
• Preparesreports (i.e. safety hazards, work orders, requisitions, vehicle maintenance record, etc.) for the purpose of documenting information.
• Repairsfurniture and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that all items are available and in safe working condition.
• Requestsequipment and supplies for the purpose maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed to properly maintain facilities.
• Respondsto emergency situations (e.g. injured student, broken window, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Securesfacilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site.

Job Requirements- Qualifications:

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge to perform basic math including fractions, percents, and ratios; to read procedures, write complex sentences and speak distinctly in English; to apply common sense understanding of detailed multi-step instructions.

Skills to perform multiple basic non-technical tasks. Specific skills to apply pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; communicate with persons of varied cultural and educational backgrounds; operate custodial equipment; plan and manage projects; prepare and maintain accurate records.

Abilities to deal with a level of complexity of tasks that require significant controlling the sequences of equipment operations; significant flexibility with people; interaction with persons and/or requests that frequently change. Specific abilities to adhere to safety practices; be attentive to detail; meet deadlines and schedules; work under time constraints; be flexible.

• Responsibility:Overall scope of responsibility is significant and generally work is not reviewed in detail.

• Working Environment: The job functions are generally performed in an inside and outside environment with the requirement to have the following significant physical abilities: lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling; sensory speaking, hearing and visual.

• Educational Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent.

• Experience Requirements: Some job related experience.

• Licensing, Certifications, Testing Requirements: Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance; Tuberculosis clearance

• Other Requirements: Physical clearance for position.

Approved Governing Board 1/14/08

Requirements / Qualifications

Resume
TB test (within the last 4 years)
Pass the District Test for Custodians

Comments and Other Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
MPESD is an equal opportunity employer. MPESD does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.