Utility Worker
Downey Unified School District - downey, CA
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Salary : $4,339.00 - $5,279.00 Monthly Location : Downey, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: Department: DUSD Opening Date: 10/07/2024 Closing Date: 10/25/2024 4:30 PM Pacific SELECTION PROCEDURES Recruitment Details Only online applications will be accepted: This is a PROMOTIONAL ONLY recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill a vacancy. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. Promotional examinations shall be restricted to permanent employees of the District who meet the qualifications of the class. Positions in this classification are full-time 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Some positions may be assigned to PM shift 1:00pm - 9:00pm. The recruitment process will consist of a performance examination, and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of November 4 -November 22, 2024 . Qualified applicants will be notified by email. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, maintain assigned school plant and related facilities in a clean and orderly manner; perform a variety of duties assuring that buildings and grounds are maintained and repaired in a timely and efficient manner. FUNCTION & DUTIES Perform a variety of custodial duties for assigned facility; sweep, scrub and mop floors; wash windows, counters and walls; remove graffiti. Clean walks, public areas, seating areas, restrooms, and concession stands.E Perform minor repairs to buildings and campus equipment including, but not limited to, repair/replace floor and ceiling tiles; install and/or repair restroom dispensers, simple plumbing repairs; projection screens and roll maps; install bolt and screw fasteners; install and/or repair pencil sharpeners, door stops, window closures, fixtures, desks, lights and chairs; may be required to install and/or repair individual lockers. E Inspect playground equipment regularly and report condition to site administrator or designated District authority. Assist in maintaining playground surfacing such as wood chips or tiles. Perform minor repairs to playground equipment and physical education equipment. E Clean and maintain roof gutters and down spouts. Install window boards. E Perform emergency repairs to buildings and fixtures including emergency locker repair. E Empty and clean waste receptacles; pick up paper; pick up trash containers and empty into large bins. E Move furniture and equipment; set up meeting rooms, classrooms and other school facilities for special events and meetings. E Turn lights on and off; unlock and lock doors and gates; raise flags. E Communicate with students, staff, administrators and others regarding custodial and general maintenance needs. E Wash walk and eating areas as directed; clean drinking fountains; make emergency clean-ups in cafeteria or other areas as needed. E Maintain various supplies and equipment used in the course of work, including those required to perform minor maintenance repairs such as nuts, bolts, nails, paint, etc.; receive, distribute and store school supplies as directed; walk-through Warehouse orders when required. E Drive vehicle as needed to complete job duties, such as picking up supplies needed to perform minor maintenance repairs; run errands to District Office or other locations as needed. E Drive vehicle as needed to complete job duties, such as picking up supplies needed to perform minor maintenance repairs; run errands to District Office or other locations as needed. E Check doors, windows and assigned areas for vandalism; report safety, fire hazards and vandalism as appropriate. Assist District in enforcing facility use policies, reporting violations/violators to assigned supervisor or administrator. E Oversee student activity as assigned, including student workers. Assist in the performance of grounds and building maintenance duties as assigned. Assist District in implementing energy management program. Perform related duties as assigned. Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE OF: Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial and routine maintenance work. Cleaning materials, disinfectants and equipment used in custodial work. Safety practices and work methods. Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Facility use policies. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. ABILITY TO: Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards. Use basic hand tools to perform minor repairs. Maintain tools and equipment assigned in clean working order and provide proper security. Demonstrate safe work habits and observe all applicable worker safety practices, including the use of required personal protective equipment. Perform a variety of routine maintenance on buildings and equipment. Observe and report need for skilled maintenance and repair. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Work cooperatively with others. Meet schedules and time lines. Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required. Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position. Be motivated to produce high quality work product. Work within stressful situations. Comprehend and follow instructions. Maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and one year of custodial experience in a large institutional or multi-facility setting. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license. Must be, and remain, insurable under the District's vehicle driver's insurance policy at the standard rate. Full-time Employees earn up to: 12 paid vacation days per year 12 paid sick days per year with unlimited accumulation 13 paid holidays The District offers two excellent medical plans, Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente ; two dental plans, Delta Dental and MetLife SafeGuard ; and vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Currently full-time employees (employees working 6 hours or more per day) pay 20% of the premium cost for these plans. All plans are available to the employees and their dependents. This coverage is available to employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Retirement benefits include membership in CalPERS (California Public Employee's Retirement System) and Social Security (OASDI). This is a joint contribution plan. To qualify for CalPERS an employee must work a minimum of 20 hours per week or already be a member, if not the employee is eligible for an alternative retirement plan. Additionally, the District encourages employees to pursue professional growth, and provides financial incentive for classified employees completing professional growth programs. Additional benefits available to employees to which the District does not contribute include life insurance, a Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan, an income protection plan, and a credit union. Substitute employees are not eligible for vacation or holiday pay but are eligible to earn sick leave at the rate of one hour per 30 hours worked, not to exceed 48 hours. Further, substitute employees are not automatically eligible for CalPERS or District health benefits. 01 The information you provide on the general and supplemental applications will be used to evaluate whether you meet the minimum requirements for this position. All experience, education, training, and certification must be included in your application in order to be considered. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Supplemental questions that are not answered fully and completely will be considered incomplete and may cause you to not be considered further in the recruitment process. All experience mentioned in the Supplemental Questions must also be included in the Work Experience section of the application in order to be considered complete. Resumes are not required or reviewed during the application process; therefore, you must ensure the application is complete. Did you read and understand this information? Yes No 02 This position requires the possession of a valid California driver's license. Do you have a VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE? Yes No 03 What is your Driver's License expiration date? 04 How many year(s) of experience do you possess working as a custodial in a large institutional or multi-facility setting?Note: The response should also be detailed in your application. i do not have any Less than 1 year 1 year or more 2 years or more 3 years or more 4 years or more 05 CERTIFICATIONBy typing your name below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal. Required Question
Created: 2024-10-10