Substitute Custodian

Additional Information

Substitute Custodian(s)

Day-to-day Substitute on an on-call, as-needed basis

PLEASE NOTE: Upon selection for hire, candidates must complete fingerprinting at their cost.

Substitutes are called on an as-needed basis and there is no guarantee of how many days you will be called.

The custodian is required to perform skilled custodial and minor maintenance work for buildings, facilities and equipment as required. Substitute custodian must have ability to take direction from lead custodian and/or building principal. Successful candidate must be able to display skilled custodian and general maintenance/handy-work. Candidate must demonstrate pride in their work and workplace which in turn provides an environment conducive to learning.

Essential Functions (included, but not limited to):

This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

• Follow a schedule of general cleaning and maintenance in assigned areas as developed by the Head Custodian.

• Communicate with Head Custodian at the beginning of the shift to receive instructions concerning building use during the evening and special requests by staff members to be completed.

• Picks up trash; empties pencil sharpeners; wipes spills; and empties accumulated trash from the building into central bins.

• Sweeps, dry mops, wet mops tiled floors in classrooms, hallways, and multi-purpose areas; vacuums carpeted areas.

• Cleans restrooms; sweeps as needed, washes and sanitizes sinks toilets and urinals. Replaces supplies in dispensers (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, seat covers, etc.) as needed.

• Shovels snow and spreads deicer as needed.

• Sweeps and cleans bleachers and gym floor, cleans and disinfects locker rooms where needed.

• Maintain building security during work shift, (checking for unlocked doors, unauthorized occupants, etc.)

• Assumes responsibility for the general security of the building at the end of the work shift by determining before leaving that all doors and windows are closed and locked; all lights, except those left on for safety, are turned off; and security system is set.

• Assist in set-up and removal of furniture and equipment required for special events.

• Operate waxing and burnishing equipment to clean floors when required.

• Perform minor repairs and report major repairs to Head Custodian.

• Sweep and clean walkways and pick up garbage in the immediate areas around buildings.

• Assemble furniture and equipment as needed.

• Perform minor maintenance and custodial duties in the summer months.

• Substitute for Head Custodian when required as per requested by Maintenance Supervisor.

• May be required to participate in projects under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Conditions of Employment

• Are you a citizen or do you have a visa which permits you to work in the United States?
• Are you willing to submit to a criminal history background check?
• Are you physically able to perform the duties of the job for which you are applying?
• IF YOU ARE SELECTED FOR A POSITION in the Stanwood-Camano School District, you will be expected to meet the following requirements as conditions of your employment: Successful WSP and FBI background clearance check; Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release Form(s); I-9 Employment Eligibility (citizen or legal alien status); W04 form; Washington State Department of Retirement Status form; HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen and Hazardous Materials training (provided by District, or verification of prior training); Hepatitus B training (SafeSchools Training provided by District); Social Security Card and Driver's License to be copied by Personnel Office upon hire. By selecting YES, you agree to provide/complete these required items.
• I authorize the Stanwood-Camano School District to make any investigation of any personal, educational, vocational, or employment history. I further authorize any current or former employer, person, firm, or agency to provide Stanwood-Camano School District with information they have regarding me. I hereby release and discharge Stanwood-Camano School District and those who provide information from any and all liability as a result of furnishing and receiving this information. I further agree that falsification of any part of this application, including any accompanying inserts, shall be sufficient cause for dismissal. References and personal information which become a part of this application will be regarded as confidential and shall not be revealed to me.
• I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge. I understand I am required to abide by all policies and regulations of the District.

General Questions

• Have you previously, or do you presently, work for the Stanwood-Camano School District?

• If yes, list your position and your school or department, what dates and under what name

• Are you presently under contract with another school district?

• If yes, please list your position and the name of the school district

• Have you ever retired from one of the Washington State Retirement Systems?

• Have you ever been the subject of a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other disciplinary board or licensing body?

• Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extra-curricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal?

• Have you ever been discharged or forced to resign for misconduct or unsatisfactory service from any position?

• Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?

• Have you ever been convicted of any crime? The term 'convicted' means all adverse dispositions, including a finding of guilty, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, an Alford plea, stipulation to the facts, a deferred or suspended sentence, or a deferred prosecution.

• Have you ever had findings made against you for domestic violence, abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, exploitation or financial exploitation of a child or a vulnerable adult in any civil adjudicative proceeding? A civil adjudicative proceeeding includes a judicial or administrative proceeding as well as findings by the Department of Social and Health Services or the Department of Health that you have not administratively challenged or appealed.

• Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of a crime?

• If you answered yes to questions 6, 7,8, 9, or 10, please provide an explanation of the circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date and outcome. If you answered yes to questions 11, 12, or 13, please provide information regarding the change or finding, the date of the conviction or finding, the court(s) involved, and the penalty imposed or any pending court action. You may attach additional paperwork.

• Please describe any special training or qualifications related to the position for which you are applying.

• Please list other related data such as professional or civic organizations in which you maintain membership or honors received.

• Have you had professional work experience sweeping, dust mopping and wet mopping?

• Have you had professional work experience scrubbing, stripping and waxing floors?

• Have you had professional work experience dusting, washing and polishing furniture and woodwork?

• Have you used an industrial-type floor scrubber and buffer?

• Have you used an industrial-type vacuum cleaner?

• Check all of the job duties you are physically able to perform:

• Check all of the areas which you have training or experience performing institutional or commercial cleaning:

• Please describe your work experience related to cleaning and maintaining a large building or facility, include the size and type of facility.

• List the cleaning chemicals which you have experience, knowledge or training to use safely. (Such as carpet shampoo, glass cleaner, etc.)

• List any power equipment you have experience or training to use to clean buildings.

• Custodians with Stanwood-Camano School District often have contact with students, staff and the community while cleaning the facility. Describe an experience that demonstrates your skills and ability to communicate effectively in such situations.

Requirements

You must provide contact information for 3 references in the reference section below. At least 1 reference should be a current or former supervisor or employer. You will NOT be able to select the final SUBMIT button until your references have been returned. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Requirements (Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities):

• Knowledge of custodial and minor maintenance procedures.

• Skill in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

• Skill in maintaining safety and security of assigned area.

• Knowledge of, and skill in, the safe use and operation of floor care and cleaning equipment, power and hand tools.

• Ability, and willingness, to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted; work independently; maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and the public; and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability, and willingness, to learn district custodial practices and procedures, including use of equipment.

Experience:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree)

• Two (2) years custodial or janitorial experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

• First aid/CPR/AED Certificate preferred

Position Contingent Upon the Following:

• Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.

• Valid Washington Drivers License maintained for the duration of the job

• Acceptable Driver's abstract

• Valid First Aid/CPR card maintained for the duration of the job

• Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)

• I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform Act.

• HIV/HBV Training (obtain within 30 days of hire date-district provided)

• Sexual Harassment Training (obtain within 30 days of hire date-district provided)

• Right to Know: Hazardous Materials Training (obtain within 60 days of hire date-provided)

• Pre-Employment/Post Offer Physical Capacity Testing required to ensure candidates have the necessary physical capacity to safely perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Attachments

Letter of Application/Interest

Resume

Letters of Recommendation

CPR/First Aid

College Transcripts

Miscellaneous 1

Miscellaneous 2

Miscellaneous 3

References

Classified Reference: 3 of 8 external references required.