Custodial Worker Jobs

Multiple vacancies with the General Services Agency throughout Tulare County. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Clean offices and restrooms; sweep, mop, wax, strip, vacuum, and scrub floors, stairways and halls; vacuum and shampoo carpets; dust, polish and wash furniture; clean light fixtures, vents, walls, sinks, windows, window shades, blinds, ashtrays, drinking fountains, and utility sinks; empty waste receptacles; assist in moving and arranging furniture and equipment and setting up rooms for special events; may make minor non-technical repairs such as replacing lights, adjusting shades or blinds, or adjusting desks and other furniture; operate electrical floor polishing machines; may sweep outside areas and sidewalks; check security of building before leaving, locking doors, and turning off lights; prepare route worksheets, time cards, and lists of supplies needed; keep utility storage area and custodial equipment clean and in good order; may fuel equipment and auxiliary tanks in a Public Works setting; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Education - Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade
Experience -One (1) year of custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or related building cleaning experience.
Knowledge of - Math sufficient to add working hours; knowledge of operation and maintenance of basic custodial equipment.
Skill/Ability to - Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; use proper cleaning solutions and equipment; maintain custodial equipment; give and follow verbal and written instructions; read and understand instructions in equipment maintenance manuals and on cleaning supplies; work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers and others contacted in the course of duty; 0bserve safe work practices; determine when cleaning is necessary and the proper equipment and solutions to use; accurately mix cleaning solutions; maintain cleaning equipment; identify safety hazards.
Other Requirements - Must possess a valid California Drivers License. For positions working in County detention facilities, applicants must undergo a law enforcement background investigation and receive security clearance from the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department and maintain that clearance for the duration of employment.

Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: http://studentaid.ed.gov/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation.

Bargaining Unit 2
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/index.cfm/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.