Senior Custodian

CUSTODIAN SR (005116)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_284

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/17/2024 5:04:18 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/17/2024 5:03:34 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:

TBD_284

Position Description ID

172248

UC Payroll Title:

CUSTODIAN SR (005116)

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:

40199693

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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POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Principal Supervisor, perform various housekeeping duties. Sweep and mop the floors, collect and dispose of trash, clean and sanitize restrooms, re-stock supplies, dust and wax furniture, vacuum and shampoo carpets, wash walls and clean venetian blinds, perform floor restoration-strip and wax, and polish brass, chrome and other metal fixtures in restroom, offices and laboratories. Maintain the highest quality of custodial service at a level consistent with University and department standards. Assume responsibility for securing all entry doors, inside office doors and report suspicious individuals or circumstances to campus police or to immediate supervisor. As needed, operate Facilities Management vehicles to transport materials to job site. Follow all established safety practices and procedures. 

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.

Maintenance

1. Operate vacuum cleaner, floor care machines, shampoo machine, wet/dry vacuums and a variety of sweeping/mopping/dusting tools related to a general cleaning operation; perform wall washing; operate electronic blowers. (E)

2. Dust, clean, wax and/or polish furnishings, woodwork, light fixtures, venetian blinds. Vacuum rugs, draperies, upholstered furniture, other designated materials.(E)

3. Sweep, mop, wax, dust, clean and/or polish floors, stairs, hallways, corridors, walls, moldings, outside steps, terraces, windowsills and other designated areas. (E)

4. Clean and/or disinfect restrooms, shower rooms and/or locker rooms with responsibility for replenishing supplies; polish metal fixtures. (E)

5. Wash doors, partition glass, mirrors, showcases, glass panels. (E)

90%

Administrative Tasks

1. Report area problems, e.g. lights out, leaking faucet, out of order commodes, or other apparent safety hazards to Principal Supervisor and/or Lead Custodian. (E)

2. Assume responsibility for securing all entry and inside office doors; report suspect individuals to immediate supervisor/campus police. (E)

5%

General Tasks

1. Report area problems, e.g. lights out, leaking faucet, out of order commodes, or other apparent safety hazards to Principal Supervisor and/or Lead Custodian. (E)

2. Assume responsibility for securing all entry and inside office doors; report suspect individuals to immediate supervisor/campus police. (E)

3. Restock cleaning supplies and materials. Request supplies and equipment as needed from Principal Supervisor and/or Lead Custodian. (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

Six months of previous custodial experience.

Preferred

Equipment

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

Required

Equipment

Working knowledge of equipment utilized by custodial staff, e.g. vacuum cleaner and various mopping, sweeping, dusting tools.

Required

Equipment

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

Preferred

Possession of a Valid California Driver's License if required to operate a University vehicle.

100

Preferred

1) Ability to maintain highest quality of custodial services at level consistent with University and department standards.

Required

2) Oral communications skills in English to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information

Required

3) Skill in reading standard English text in order to follow through on written orders, read labels on cleaning products, or instructions on equipment, and carry out assignments in a safe manner.

Required

4) Skill in writing simple English words and phrases using correct grammar and spelling to complete notes to Leads/Supervisors that are easy to comprehend.

Required

5) Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.

Required

6) Working knowledge of standard safe work practices, procedures, and methodologies.

Required

7) Ability to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position and maintain good attendance.

Required

8) Ability to work overtime and weekends.

Required

9) Ability to work various shifts.

Required

10) Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive and respectful attitude with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrator, customers and visitors.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

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, lift or lower objects weighting up to 50 lbs.

Ability in setting up and dismantling of special equipment at campus functions and/or unload large trash receptacles.

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 in fluctuating temperatures. 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)

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.