Monday thru Thursday 8:00pm- 4:30am, Friday 12:00pm- 8:30pm, Saturday 7am- 3:30pm.
Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.

$5,303.08 – $6,6791.60 monthly- Successful candidate will start at step 1 except in cases where District deems appropriate.

About Río Hondo College
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.

Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.

Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.

Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.

Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in automotive technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.

In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.

Under the direction of an administrator or manager, provides lead guidance to the custodial staff related to the work of assigned personnel in the care, maintenance, and minor repair duties of facilities and buildings; assigns work orders to the appropriate staff and/or team; evaluates the completion of work orders to ensure compliance and safety considerations are met; participates in a variety of maintenance duties as required; prepares and maintains related records, files, and reports.

1. Works with and assists the supervisor in the coordination of the day-to-day activities and workflow of the assigned area; ensures the cleanliness and safe conditions of buildings and facilities; inspects the cleanliness of classrooms, offices, gyms, lockers, cafeteria, restrooms, showers, and other facilities to ensure the use of proper and efficient custodial methods and compliance with quality, sanitation, and safety standards. E
2. Oversees and inspects quality of floor care processes and procedures; ensures all types of floor care is conducted based on schedule and site needs. E
3. Assists with specialized floor care responsibilities, as needed. E
4. Provides lead direction, training, guidance, and work review of custodial staff; provides feedback to manager or supervisor related to the evaluation of assigned custodial staff; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities and follows up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. E
5. Assists in preparing work schedules in accordance with workloads, District and/or college needs, and available staff; provides guidance and work direction to Custodial staff, as needed. E
6. Collaborates and works with vendors and/or contractors with the coordination of supplies and services provided to the District; reviews and orders equipment, materials, and supply needs; recommends large purchases, new equipment, or supplies to supervisor for consideration. E
7. Provides training and instruction to assigned staff to ensure proper care and use of equipment and materials; ensures efficient performance of custodial duties. E
8. Assists with ordering and monitoring supplies within budget limits and established guidelines. E
9. Prepares, maintains, and reviews various records, reports, and files related to facilities and custodial operations including but not limited to service and supply requests; reviews student assistant, student worker, and short-term, temporary staff time sheets, as appropriate. E
10. Participates in custodial and maintenance duties as required; coordinates facilities set up and tear down for special events and meetings; ensures availability of furniture, equipment, and supplies; moves and arranges furniture and equipment. E
11. Maintains and issues custodial supplies; initiates and prepares service requests for needed service or repairs. E
12. Maintains security of assigned areas; ensures doors, windows, and gates are locked and secure; turns lights on and off, as needed; performs regular safety and security inspections during the course of work E
13. Performs minor, routine, and non-technical repairs to buildings, equipment, furniture, and other facilities. E
14. Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. E
15. Monitors and assists in cleaning, disinfecting, sanitizing, and sterilizing area facilities using appropriate safety methods and techniques. E
16. Creates and submits requisitions for needed custodial supplies, materials, and equipment. E
17. Assists custodial and maintenance staff, as needed. E
18. Performs a variety of clerical duties in support of the department’s day-to-day activities including but not limited to greets and directs visitors, answers calls, responds to, and directs callers, as appropriate; may make photocopies of documents and requests; ensures maintenance and repairs of equipment, as needed; contacts departments for additional service and/or maintenance needs; may perform simple repairs or maintenance of equipment related to the area of assignment. E
19. Attends and participates in meetings, trainings, workshops, and/or professional development opportunities, as appropriate.
20. May be required to travel to other sites to perform custodial services related to the area of assignment.

21. Performs related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.

Knowledge of:
• District policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.
• District policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the area of assignment.
• Proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Cleaning tools, materials, chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Floor care and custodial methods and techniques.
• Requirements of maintaining school buildings and facilities in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and custodial work.
• Proper mixing and dilution of cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents and disposal of chemicals after use.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
• Modern cleaning methods, including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, blackboards, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies
• Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Record-keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing systems methods and techniques.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Proper use of chemicals and techniques for floor care.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and standards for the prevention, containment, and elimination of blood borne pathogens, viruses, and other potentially infectious materials including proper disposal of biohazard waste.
• Effective communication techniques and interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations and District policies and practices pertinent to the area of responsibility.
• Best practices and procedures on use of various office equipment.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Ability to:
• Independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position.
• Operate and troubleshoot floor care and custodial services machinery and tools
• Lift and move heavy objects and equipment.
• Work swing and/or graveyard shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Provide work direction and guidance to others.

• Assign and review the work of others.
• Update and maintain records, files, file sharing, and filing systems.
• Plan, organize, assign, and inspect the work of assigned personnel.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to pre-determined standards.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures, and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Maintain tools and equipment assigned in proper working order.
• Observe and report need for maintenance and repair.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
• Use and apply cleaning materials, equipment, and methods according to pre-determined standards.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment, machines, and vehicles such as fire alarm, forklift, electric cart, truck, drill, and various hand tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair work.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Plan, organize and prioritize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Train and direct the work of others.
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Utilize computer software programs, applications, databases, computer hardware, and peripheral equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Operate motor vehicles as needed to perform duties, observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those encountered during the course of work.

• High school graduate or General Educational Development (GED); AND
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible custodial, general maintenance, and/or specialized floor care experience; AND
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver license.
• May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, and or events in support of the overall objective of the position.

• Experience leading custodial special projects.
• Experience in specialized floor care cleaning, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience and/or familiarity in a community college instructional division.

The Custodial Lead is the senior level, experienced classification within the Custodial series. The incumbent in the Custodial Lead classification assists the administrator and/or manager with oversight of the day-to-day activities and operations of the Custodial and Facilities department. The Custodial Lead person inspects and evaluates the completion of assigned work. The Custodial Lead person is also responsible for special projects and providing required department reports related to work orders, production, and/or areas of concern under their purview. The incumbent will perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the Custodian I and Custodian II – Floor Care Technician, when needed. The Custodial Lead is assigned to the graveyard shift and may work weekends and holidays, as needed.
The Custodial Lead is distinguished from the Custodian in that incumbents in the latter classification are responsible for routine work performed under close supervision.
The Custodial Lead is distinguished from the Custodian II – Floor Care Technician in that incumbents in the latter classification are responsible for the technical care, repair, and maintenance of the District and college floor care; assigns and reviews the work of the Custodial team, but does not inspect or evaluate work performed.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel, operate personal computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.
Employees are frequently required to walk and stand and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; subject to frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), carrying, pushing and pulling.

Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, incumbents are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information and skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with District, students, vendors and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom are dissatisfied or abusive. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work in an indoor and outdoor environment; subject to frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), carrying, pushing, and pulling; employees are subject to fumes from cleaning chemicals; subject to exposure to biological conditions which may be unhealthful or hazardous; employees in this classification are assigned to work during swing and/or graveyard shift hours. Employees may be required to work occasional weekends or holidays.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.

Applications are currently being accepted for Custodial Lead. This is a Full-Time 100%, 12-month position. Hours are Monday thru Thursday 8:00pm- 4:30 am, Friday 12:00pm- 8:30 pm, and Saturday 7am- 3:30pm.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.