Janitor at Superior Court, County of Santa Clara – San Jose, California

DEFINITION:
Under supervision, to clean and care for an assigned building(s) or building area; to lock up and secure assigned building(s) or building area, and/or to perform as a member of a work projects crew.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class is responsible for performing the full range of janitorial duties. Positions may be assigned either to a projects crew, a building or buildings, a designated area to clean, or may perform a combination of these duties.

This recruitment will also lead to establishing an eligibility list for future Regular Full-time, Extra Help, and Limited Term opportunities at the court.

Regular Full-Time – Individual is hired into a permanent position.
Extra Help - Positions are used by the Court to handle peak workload and vacancies. These positions are not eligible for most Court benefits - please review the benefits tab for more information.
Limited Term - Individual is hired for a specific term subject to an extension at the end of the term at the Court's discretion.

TYPICAL TASKS:
• Cleans, sweeps, and mops floors in all areas;
• Dusts and polishes furniture, woodwork, and metal work in all areas;
• Maintains restrooms in a clean and sanitary condition and replenishes supplies;
• Empties waste receptacles and ash trays and disposes of trash;
• Empties recycle receptacles and dispose in recycle bins;
• Moves and arranges furniture and office equipment;
• Operates dehumidifier to disinfect rooms;
• Cleans, disinfects, and polishes water fountains;
• Locks office doors and turns out the lights;
• Crushes glass receptacles;
• Sets up furniture and prepares rooms for special functions;
• Patrols designated areas making systematic inspections of buildings;
• Closes and locks buildings;
• Turns off lights;
• Observes and reports conditions which may indicate vandalism, illegal entry, or fire hazard;
• Prepares simple records, such as: time of rounds or a description of incidents.
• Strips, waxes, and buffs floors; operates and maintains heavy floor care equipment used in work;
• Vacuums carpets and draperies;
• Shampoos carpets;
• Replaces light bulbs or florescent tubes;
• Washes walls and inside windows;
• Disinfects public telephones;
• Minor Bio-hazardous clean-up and disposal;
• Performs other related duties as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Some assignments may require possession of a valid California driver's license. A minimum of one year of experience working in the field of industrial or office janitorial services is highly desirable. Submission to a background investigation upon offer of employment is required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Methods, materials, and equipment used in janitorial work.

ABILITY TO:
• Perform routine janitorial duties;
• Learn the approved methods of cleaning and caring for buildings and equipment; learn to operate heavy floor care machines after minimal instruction;
• Read and understand signs, labels, and work schedules written in English;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Get along well with others;
• Lift and move heavy items and work in high places;
• Willingness to work on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and at night.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbents in this position may be assigned to work in a number of environments. These environments may include inside or outside a courthouse, inside or outside an office building; or at a warehouse with limited exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather dust, fumes, odors, and noise. Incumbents will be required to work the evening shift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Have the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.; Communicate effectively with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 lbs., such as: files, stacks of paper, reference books, and other materials; frequent need to reach for items above and below desk level;

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

This recruitment requires the submission of an on-line application. No paper applications will be accepted. An electronic copy of your Resume must be submitted as attachments to this application submission.

The Court provides reasonable accommodations for applicants challenged with disabilities. If you are challenged with a disability as defined by the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act or the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and will be requesting an accommodation in the application process, please contact Renee Hughes or Pam McGee at rhughes@scscourt.org or pmcgee@scscourt.org or (408) 882-2703 to discuss your request. TDD communication is available by calling (408) 882-2787.

The Court must verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees to comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform & Control Act. This verification is required only after an offer of employment has been made. For further information regarding the required verification, please contact Human Resources at (408) 882-2747.

BENEFITS:
The Court offers benefits package includes a choice of health, dental and vision plan, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) as permitted by law, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.