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About the Employer

Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential.

Our Beliefs
We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect.
We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute.
We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact.
We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive.
We believe honesty and integrity build trust.
We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment.
We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance.
We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community.
We believe service is an act of love.
We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity.
We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith.

Our Mission
The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by

a whole child approach
an inclusive environment
community and family engagement
transformational innovation
and highly effective staff

Parameters
We will make decisions based on what is best for students.
We will welcome all people with dignity and respect.
We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources.
We will embrace, practice, and model integrity.
We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, maintain an assigned school facility, a group of buildings, or office space in a clean,
orderly, and secure manner following a predetermined schedule; perform duties related to carpet and floor maintenance.
Any combination equivalent to Graduation from High School and six months of experience involved with the care and cleaning of buildings and facilities.

Job Description / Essential Elements:

SANTA MARIA-BONITA SCHOOL DISTRICT
CUSTODIAN I

BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, maintain an assigned school facility, a group of buildings, or office space in a clean, orderly, and secure manner following a predetermined schedule; perform duties related to carpet and floor maintenance.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Sweep, mop, strip, wax and seal floorsE; drive to assigned school sites as assigned by the positionE; vacuum rugs and carpetsE; remove stains, soiled areas and gum as assigned utilizing appropriate chemicals and equipmentE; dust, wash and polish furniture and woodworkE; perform detailed cleaning as requiredE; clear or empty furniture to clean and sanitize surfacesE; pick up paper and other debris from school grounds, walk areas, and the areas adjacent to the school facilitiesE; empty and clean waste receptacles, including trash barrelsE; clean and disinfect restrooms utilizing assigned chemicals and equipmentE; wash windows and wallsE; shampoo, steam clean carpeting as requiredE; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to the school buildingsE; move and arrange furniture and equipment in preparing multi-purpose rooms or classrooms for special events or meetings; move furniture to clean carpets or floor surfacesE; clean chalkboards as assigned; replace light bulbs and light tubes; perform emergency clean-up service resulting from breakage, vandalism or flooding; lock and unlock gates and doors as required; set security system as required; perform minor maintenance tasks in keeping assigned areas safe and operational as required; perform routine grounds maintenance functions as required; assist in reporting and preventing facility vandalism; requisition and maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment; maintain equipment and supplies in proper condition; clean equipment as needed; perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Basic cleaning methods, procedures and techniques;
Cleaning materials, supplies and equipment;
Safe working methods and procedures.

Ability to:
Perform moderately heavy manual activities;
Efficiently and effectively use cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from High School and six months of experience involved with the care and cleaning of buildings and facilities.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid California driver's license (for assignment on Deep Cleaning/Carpet Cleaning/Floor and multiple location assignments);
Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment:
Indoor/outdoor/adverse weather environments;
Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors;
Evening or variable hours;
Driving a vehicle to conduct work as assigned

Physical Abilities:
Lifting or moving heavy objects;
Pushing or pulling;
Kneeling or crouching;
Bending at the waist;
Standing for extended periods of time;
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally;
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment;
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Hazards:
Cleaning chemicals.
Approved: 02/25/98

Requirements / Qualifications

Valid California driver's license (for assignment on Deep Cleaning/Carpet Cleaning/Floor and multiple location assignments);

Any combination equivalent to Graduation from High School (Diploma, Transcripts, GED, etc.)

Driving History - DMV Printout (issued within the past 60 days)
Driver's Records can be requested through CA DMV online at the following website:

• DMV Printout (Issued within the past 60 days)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of High school diploma, official transcripts stating graduation from high school, or equivalent)

Comments and Other Information

Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be considered for review. To ensure that your application is fully evaluated, we recommend including a resume, a cover letter, and letters of recommendation. These documents will provide us with a comprehensive understanding of your qualifications and experiences. Thank you for your attention to these requirements, and we look forward to reviewing your complete application.

TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office/ Title 9 Compliance Officer:

Mark Palmerston
Director of Pupil Personnel Services
708 S. Miller Santa Maria, CA 93454
805-###-####

El Distrito Escolar de Santa Mara-Bonita prohbe la discriminacin, intimidacin, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen tnico, gnero, expresin de gnero, identidad de gnero, informacin gentica, estado de inmigracin, estado civil, informacin mdica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religin, sexo, orientacin sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociacin con una persona o grupo con una o ms de estas caractersticas reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comunquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Ttulo 9:

Mark Palmerston
Director de Servicios Estudiantiles
708 S. Miller Santa Mara, CA 93454
805-###-####