Become a Custodian Supervisor I

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This classification series describes four classifications for professional cleaning of offices, buildings, correctional facilities, hospitals, and other facilities. Incumbents in this classification series at departments with inmates or mental health patients must be willing to work in a correctional facility environment, comply with safety and security procedures, and interact with staff, patients, inmates or youth offenders from a wide range of cultural backgrounds in a professional manner. Incumbents at these facilities are expected to have and maintain sufficient amount of strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental, and emotional) situations without compromising their health and well-being or the well-being of their fellow employees, patients, inmates or youth offenders.

Custodian Supervisor I

Under direction, incumbents direct, plan, organize, supervise, and assist with the cleaning and custodial work of Custodians, inmates, youth offenders, or institutional residents; evaluate their performance; supervise the operation of custodial machinery and equipment; perform inspections and maintain custodial practices and standards of safety and sanitation; train new employees; keep records and prepare reports; and may act on behalf of the Custodian Supervisor II in his/her absence.

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$3,664 - $5,050 Base Salary (paid every month)

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Minimum Qualifications 

Experience

Either I

One year in California state service performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to a Custodian II; or

Either II

18 months in California state service performing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to a Custodian I; or

Either III

Two years of professional cleaning experience, with at least one year leading, directing, and giving instruction and training to custodians, inmates, youth offenders, or institutional residents engaged in cleaning services. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent can be substituted for six months of the required non-lead experience.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge:

Materials, chemicals, disinfectants, equipment, and methods used in professional cleaning work; sanitation and safety measures in the operating, cleaning and care of equipment and work areas; and safety practices. Training techniques; procurement documents for cleaning supplies; and personal computer hardware and/or software products. Principles of effective supervision; training methods; use of purchase orders for cleaning supplies and equipment; supervisor's responsibility for promoting equal opportunity in hiring and employee development and promotion, and for maintaining a work environment which is free of discrimination and harassment.

Abilities to:

Safely use and care for equipment and supplies; safely use manual and/or electric cleaning equipment; keep accurate inventories; follow directions; learn and perform routine custodial tasks; work courteously and cooperatively with others; safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; identify and resolve complex issues as it relates to custodial functions; utilize acceptable work habits and meet established standards; and communicate effectively. In departments with inmates or mental health patients; maintain order and supervise the conduct of persons committed; prevent escapes and injury of these persons, to themselves, to others, and to property; maintain security of work areas and work materials. Promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relationships; facilitate meetings to provide information and determine action needed; plan, organize and/or manage multiple tasks; and work independently or as a team member. And in a military base setting: Make various minor building repairs; work from ladders, scaffolds, and in high places; write clear and concise reports; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; keep records of State property. Plan, organize, and direct the work of others; conduct in-service training programs; keep inventories and make requisitions; analyze situations accurately and implement an effective course of action; and effectively promote equal opportunity in employment and maintain a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Some positions in these classifications may be eligible for safety retirement in accordance with Government Code section 19816.20.  

Preferred or Desirable Qualifications

Willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime. All employees must have general qualifications as described by California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 172.

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