Custodian

Custodian

Salary

$44,704.20 - $54,338.28 Annually

Location

5111 Benito Street, Montclair, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

20261012

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 6:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Determined by Position

Bargaining Unit

TEAMSTERS

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The contents of the job bulletin should not be construed as an implied contract. All information is subject to change and the City is not bound to any information or errors contained in the bulletin.

This posting may close earlier than the indicated closing date if an excessive number of applications is received. The closing date may also be extended, or the job may be re-posted if an insufficient number of applications is received during the initial posting period.

Job Description

• Applicants that meet the minimum requirements will be invited to take a written examination. Candidates passing the written examination will be invited to participate in a structured oral interview.

Under supervision, keeps assigned buildings, offices, and recreation rooms clean, orderly, and supplied with necessary paper articles; prepares rooms for meetings or other activities; and performs related duties as required. This is a benefited, hourly paid position working forty (40) scheduled hours per week.

Essential Job Duties

Vacuums, sweeps, strips, and waxes floors; washes windows, walls, and floors; moves and arranges furniture for meetings and other special uses; cleans and polishes furniture and counters; drains pool; cleans patio areas; cleans restrooms; cleans base boards, vents, and lobby tile as needed; maintains equipment and materials; cleans light bulbs and fixtures and replaces as needed; empties trash cans and waste paper baskets; sets up equipment for various recreational buildings and rooms; vacuums and cleans rugs; cleans kitchen areas; checks and secures all locks, doors, and windows; replenishes supplies; and ensures that all buildings are ready for use.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees in this class may be supervised by the Building Maintenance Supervisor or other supervisor, depending upon location of assignment.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Materials, equipment, and methods used in housekeeping and janitorial work; operation of various types of cleaning equipment; proper usage of cleaning chemicals and possible reactions to mixing different compounds; and proper lifting techniques.

Skills/Abilities to:

Understand and follow oral and written directions and instructions; use equipment in a safe manner; and work independently with a minimum of supervision.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from High School or G.E.D. required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

In the performance of daily activities, this position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to two hours at a time. Must be able to reach, grasp, twist, turn, bend, climb, stoop, kneel, and squat. Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and see while working; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must be able to work at heights above 40 feet. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects up to 50 pounds The position must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, and other conditions.

LICENSES/QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid California drivers license and proof of insurability required.

Employees in this class are required to perform essential job duties in the Montclair Police Department and, therefore, must pass a police background as a condition of employment. Employees in this class are required to continuously maintain clearance to work in the Montclair Police Department as an essential function of their position.

The City of Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are currently covered by the California Public Employees Retirement System. The City contributes to medical, dental, and vision health plans for the employee with family coverage available. A term life insurance policy is paid by the City, as well as a long-term disability plan. To encourage employees to further their education in job-related fields, an educational subsidy is available upon completion of one-year probation.

Nonshift employees receive 80 hours of vacation after one year of service; 120 hours after five years of service; 160 hours after ten years of service; and 200 hours after 20 years of service. Shift employees receive 145.21 hours of vacation after one year of service; 217.79 hours after five years of service; and 290.40 hours after ten years of service. Sick leave accumulates at the rate of eight hours per month. The City may credit an employee who is coming from another governmental agency with one half of his/her accumulated sick leave up to a maximum of 240 hours. Presently, 104 hours of paid holidays are provided each year for nonshift employees and 157.29 hours of paid holidays are provided each year for shift employees.

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid California drivers license and a satisfactory driving record?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a working knowledge of janitorial and housekeeping principles, including how to operate various types of cleaning equipment, the safety risks of mixing different chemical compounds, and proper lifting techniques?

• Yes
• No

04

The candidate selected for this position will be required to pass a thorough police department background screening. By submitting your application, you indicate that you consent to such a background investigation if you are provided with a conditional offer for the position. Do you understand and agree?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Montclair

Address 5111 Benito Street

Montclair, California, 91763

Website https://www.cityofmontclair.org/