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About San Mateo County Community College District:

The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District's Strategic Plan, "success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals." The District's "Students First" Strategic Plan is focused on "Student Success, Equity and Social Justice." We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces our commitment to provide quality education and promote life-long learning, emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our San Mateo County Community College District team, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice. We achieve this through broad collaboration among faculty and classified staff, administration, students and community partners.

Job Description:

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Schedule: 70

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

Months Per Year: 12

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The Lead Custodian performs skilled manual labor at the lead level, involved in a variety of assignments related to the cleaning, general maintenance, and stewardship of community college facilities. This position assumes responsibility for custodial crews in the immediate supervisor's absence. Under general supervision, the Lead Custodian directs the work of custodians, ensures that job performance standards are being observed, and performs heavy manual labor, which includes the cleaning of college facilities, moving of equipment and furniture, locking doors and other entrances, and reporting unusual events to management and security personnel as appropriate. The position requires knowledge of the department's operating policies and procedures. Public contact is moderate to extensive, primarily involving staff and students for the purpose of exchanging information concerning cleaning needs and facility set-ups, but may include vendors and contractors regarding regular and special projects, purchases, inventory, set-ups, and other assignments. A moderate degree of independent judgment and creativity is required to plan, schedule, and monitor the work of staff, complete given assignments, and resolve minor and some major problems that arise. Consequences of errors in judgment could be costly in materials and employee time; however, supervisory controls limit the risk of serious consequences. A Lead Custodian can lead a work team, be assigned individually or as part of a work team to various sites, direct the work of student assistants or temporary staff, and may supervise a crew(s) of custodians when needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

1. Exchanges information with management and staff regarding job assignments, daily and long-range projects, work sites, special set-ups, supplies and equipment needs, safety procedures, assignment priorities and timelines, and other instructions and related matters
2. Exchanges information with other staff regarding specific cleaning and general maintenance needs and timelines for completion
3. Provides input to supervisory staff for employee performance evaluations
4. Attends meetings, workshops, and other activities to obtain current information
5. Trains custodial and related staff
6. Assists management staff in developing training and work procedures and information
7. Uses a variety of computer software to prepare and maintain work schedules, inventory lists, maintenance schedules, and other documentation and written materials
8. Sets up, reviews, and modifies staff work schedules in conjunction with management staff
9. Schedules and modifies work site locations and assignments for staff to most effectively deploy custodial staff crew members
10. Coordinates overtime assignments in conjunction with the supervisor
11. Leads workers and participates in sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, and polishing floor coverings, furniture, fixtures, rugs, carpets, and other surfaces, waste removal, and other custodial assignments
12. Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms, gymnasium facilities, and locker rooms
13. Cleans light fixtures, windows, door frames, and other elevated areas; assists in campus evacuations, building lockdowns, flood and spill cleanups, and other emergency preparedness and response actions
14. Relamps light fixtures
15. Performs minor repair and assembly tasks involving hand tools, cleans outside areas, including sidewalks
16. Collects and disposes of trash
17. Moves furniture and equipment for special facility set-ups, according to specifications
18. Monitors, issues, and repairs cleaning equipment and supplies
19. Reports supply quantity levels to supervisory staff
20. Assists in the inventory of cleaning and related supplies by monitoring quantity and reporting supply amounts as required
21. Uses safety equipment, supplies, and follows safety procedures as required
22. Reports safety, fire, and sanitary hazards to supervisory staff; drives a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned tasks
23. Performs other related duties as assigned

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge of:

1. The proper use of safety equipment, supplies, and procedures related to general cleaning, use of cleaning solutions, lifting/moving objects, bending/stooping, climbing, and other routines that are common to cleaning and general maintenance

Skill in:

1. Using common cleaning solutions and techniques, tools, equipment, supplies, and procedures related to cleaning and general maintenance of a variety of surfaces and facilities
2. The safe operation and handling of tools, equipment, and supplies, including driving a motor vehicle
3. Reading, comprehending, and following oral and written instructions, including Material Safety Data Sheets
4. Giving clear and concise oral and written instructions and directions
5. Communicating effectively and working in teams with people who are diverse in their academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+backgrounds
6. Using a variety of computer software to prepare and maintain written materials and records
7. Working cooperatively as part of a customer service team
8. Directing, scheduling, and monitoring the work of others

Ability to:

1. Perform moderate to heavy physical labor
2. Perform routine repetitive tasks continuously

Requirements:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Successful custodial work experience that has included demonstrated skill in the use of safety procedures, cleaning equipment, solutions, and supplies, including applicable chemicals
• Skill in the operation of common mechanical and electrical equipment related to building and facility cleaning and general maintenance
• Demonstrated skill in following oral and written instructions
• Demonstrated skill in training and directing the work of others
• Attention to detail
• Possession of a valid California Driver's license (or the ability to obtain one) and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on campus and to off-campus locations
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff
• Possession of a forklift certification, or successful completion of a District-scheduled forklift certification course within 6 months of assuming the position

Additional Information:

Physical/Other Requirements

This classification requires work indoors and outdoors, with exposure to climate changes, chemicals, odors and fumes; bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders and stairs; work on elevated platforms; pushing, pulling, moving moderate to heavy objects; visual comparison; receiving and comprehending written and oral instructions and directions; attention to detail; flexibility; adaptability; operating electrical and mechanical equipment; good memory; standing for long periods; walking; interacting with individuals and small groups; and the ability to safely drive a motor vehicle in order to perform the essential functions.

Benefits: Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums (depending on the coverage) and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Classified employees participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California. Optional tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 retirement plans are also available.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2025 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2022-2024) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2025 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2025 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) ###-####. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.