Lead Custodian

CUSTODIAN LD (005113)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT342500-JC005113-PD172053

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/2/2024 3:29:37 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/2/2024 3:29:28 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR         

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION                         

Department:

342500 - CUSTODIAL MAINTENANCE & GROUNDS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT342500-JC005113-PD172053

Position Description ID

172053

UC Payroll Title:

CUSTODIAN LD (005113)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

SX: Service

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

00000000

Reports to Payroll Title:

5187

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

503364212

Department Head Payroll Title:

Director, Custodial and Grounds

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

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None

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5116

Senior Custodians

40

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, lead custodial personnel in all aspects of housekeeping services, i.e., trash removal and disposal, dusting, sweeping, mopping, washing of walls and floors, cleaning of restroom facilities and restocking with supplies, vacuum cleaning, floor and furniture waxing, and glass cleaning. Make recommendations for corrective action within each unit to immediate supervisor in employee training and orientation. Ensure the security of the campus buildings by checking to assure they have been properly secured/locked. Encourage safe working procedures and report any safety hazards to supervisor.

We provide Custodial Services for UCLA’s over 12.5 million combined state supported and client requested square footage. We cater to all areas of our University, including specialized areas such as vivarium, recreational facilities, wet and dry laboratories and patient care areas.

To make this all run smoothly, it takes a team of dedicated and trained custodians to provide our customers with the highest level of service while meeting their needs 7 days a week.

Operations

1. Perform full range of custodial maintenance duties in order to complete part or all of a given project. Assure adequate coverage of all work stations. (E)

2. Prioritize work assignments and assign work orders. (E)

3. Coordinate and discuss all aspects of project with supervisor; plan, schedule, and track progress of project; resolve concerns and issues in absence of supervisor. (E)

4. Respond to emergency/non-emergency calls by assigning appropriate personnel. (E)

5. Check campus building perimeters to ensure building has been properly secured and locked; report suspect individuals/ circumstances to supervision and/or campus police. (E)

75%

Administrative

1. Provide custodial staff with job instructions including supplies, materials, and equipment to be used and the time schedule in which the job should be completed. (E)

2. Monitor job performance of subordinates, and provide input related to same to supervisor. (E)

3. Orally discuss work assignments with supervisor on daily basis in order to keep supervisor apprised of work progress and to resolve any problem(s) related to the job, write daily reports regarding job performance, safety hazards, trouble calls, etc., for submission to supervision. (E)

4. Order, issue, and store all cleaning supplies and materials; secure equipment and supplies. (E)

20%

General Tasks

1. Maintain accurate hours worked on each job. (E)

2. Operate and maintain a variety of power and/or hand tools and equipment related to the trade. (E) 3. Ensure and transport materials, equipment, and personnel to and from job site expeditiously. (E)

 4. Follow established safety procedures at all times including inspecting tools and equipment for signs of damage, malfunction, or deterioration on a regular basis. (E)

5. Upon completion of work, clean up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers, and Kronos wands to designated storage areas. (E)

6. Respond to off-hour emergencies and overtime as required. (E)

7. Other duties as assigned. (E)

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School

Preferred

Custodial Experience

One year previous custodial experience

Required

Equipment

Knowledge of proper use of the various floor care machines utilized by custodial staff, e.g., stripping machine, waxer/buffer, water pick-ups, etc.

Required

Equipment

Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment utilized by custodial staff, including achievement of operational level skills.

Required

Communication

Oral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise, and grammatically correct information.

Required

Communication

 Ability to write standard English text at the complete sentence level to write inspection reports, complete forms, and supply orders.

Required

Must possess California Driver's license, Class C. Ability to drive a truck or other light vehicle in the course of duties.

100

Required

1. Working knowledge of all aspects of custodial cleaning and/or general maintenance duties and services.

Required

2. Ability to coordinate work projects, and direct and inspect the work of subordinates. Also, the ability to lead small groups of individuals to successfully accomplish tasks.

Required

3. Ability to correct inaccuracies in workmanship, and communicate customer concerns to supervision.

Required

4. Ability to maintain highest quality of custodial service at level consistent with University and department standards.

Required

5. Skill in reading technical instructions related to custodial work in order to comprehend equipment operating instructions and/or documents related to the job functions.

Required

6. Oral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise, and grammatically correct information.

Required

7. Ability to write standard English text at the complete sentence level to write inspection reports, complete forms, and supply orders.

Required

8. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors, and outside agencies.

Required

9. Working knowledge of standard safe work practices.

Required

10. Ability to maintain good attendance.

Required

11. Ability to work overtime and weekends.

Required

12. Ability to work various shifts.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

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LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Campus Wide

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Campus Wide

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Ability to stand, crawl, walk and stoop; push, pull and lift or lower objects weighting up to 50 lbs.

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Other Environmental Requirements

If "Exposures other" or "Miscellaneous other" were selected above, please explain:

Ability to work indoors and occasionally outdoors.

Ability to work under adverse situations and conditions, e.g., dirty, noisy, etc.

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

Addressing employee and client concerns. Also includes responding to emergencies. (i.e. floods)

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors, and outside agencies.

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.