Position ID# RR-106247

POSITION: Substitute Custodian - Part-time - District-wide

OPEN TO: Employees of Carson City School District and external applicants.

Salary: Hourly rate of $ 15.76 with no benefits. Employee works on an on-call basis only. Bilingual preferred.

APPLICATION: Complete the online application by clicking "Apply for this Position." The application could include:

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Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen, physical, and lift test.

Location and Hours: District-wide. Part-time custodians work on an on-call basis only. They are to be ready to change locations whenever requested. Substitute trainees, after successfully completing training, would be eligible to substitute in the schools when regular custodial staff is absent. Day and night shifts.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling (775) 283-2130.

Carson City School District
Job Description

Job Title: Substitute Custodian: Part-time

Location: District-wide

Department: Custodial, Warehouse, & Other – Operations

General Job Description:
Under supervision, to keep assigned buildings, classrooms and office spaces clean and orderly; to perform custodial tasks in the care of floors, furniture, walls and equipment; and to perform related work as required.

Experience or training required:

Knowledge of: Basic methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work; good work habits; safe work practices; basic tools used in the routine maintenance of campus grounds and walkways.

Ability to: Learn schedules, procedures and the use of tools and equipment used in custodial work; work without immediate supervision; learn to use cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective proactive relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination of training, education, and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position: A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of informal training in janitorial or custodial duties or a closely related field; or Entry-level experience performing janitorial or custodial duties, wherein the incumbent has acquired the knowledge and abilities listed above.

The Job Functions:
Incumbents typically perform duties under the supervision of a Lead Custodian or a Plant Foreman. The following duties are typical of the positions in this class collectively, but no one position would not normally include all of these duties, nor is any one position necessarily limited to any one of these duties. Positions in this class perform work which is highly structured, which seldom varies and which is performed in accordance with established instructions.

Essential Job Functions:
Sweeps, scrubs, mops, waxes and oils floors; vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; empties and cleans waste receptacles and pencil sharpeners; cleans and restocks rest rooms; washes windows, chalkboards and walls; polishes metalwork; takes routine care of custodial equipment and materials; moves and arranges furniture and equipment; sets up auditorium, cafeteria and classrooms for special events and meetings; makes minor non-technical repairs to building and fixtures; replaces lights; cleans and adjusts shades and blinds; adjusts desks and other furniture; scrapes and refinishes floors; turns lights on and off; unlocks and lock doors and gates; cleans and waxes desks; picks up paper and debris; picks up trash containers and empties into large bins; delivers supplies to classrooms; may assist others in making repairs; cleans vandalized walls as necessary; and performs related work as required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Strength: Heavy Work – Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Will be required to use a variety of chemicals on a daily basis. May be required to wear goggles, gloves, face shields and back support occasionally. Incumbent must be in good physical condition and must take a physical examination at the District’s expense. Must report to work on campus\assigned site.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Carson City School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or on any other basis protected by state or federal law, and it provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the District’s non-discrimination policies: Title IX and 504 Coordinator, 1402 W. King Street, Carson City, NV 89703, (775) 283-2130.