Day-to-Day Custodian/Gardener Substitute( GROUNDS) - DAY/NIGHT SHIFT
- East Side Union High School District
- San Jose, California
- Full Time
Day-to-Day Custodian/Gardener Substitute( GROUNDS) - DAY/NIGHT SHIFT
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About the Employer
As one of California's largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We offer a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of providing students the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career.
Apart from competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we also focus on personal professional development.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team!
Job Summary
work on call as needed in various grounds positions (gardener, custodian night/day) at various sites with in our district.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Job title: Custodian/Gardener
Description of basic functions and responsibilities
To perform routine cleaning and custodial functions at assigned school site(s) or facility. Employees in this classification report to the head custodian and receive general supervision within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures. Employees in this job class exercise responsibility for the general cleanliness of assigned areas, and perform custodial duties at an appropriate skill level. Also, to perform general grounds maintenance and gardening work at assigned site(s). Employees in this classification report to head custodian and receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class performs a variety of general grounds, gardening and maintenance duties in the upkeep of assigned district or school site areas and functions at an appropriate skill level.
Supervisor: Administrator with in put from Head Custodian
Typical duties
Performs routine janitorial and custodial functions at assigned site(s) or facilities
Cleans classrooms, restrooms, licker rooms, cafeteria, gymnasiums, offices, and related facilities
Sweeps, mops, strips, scrubs, waxes and polishes concrete, linoleum, tile and wood floors.
Vacuums and shampoos rugs and carpets
Dusts furniture; empties and cleans trash receptacles.
Cleans walls, furniture, windows, woodwork, chalkboards, lockers, and other equipment; a\paints over graffiti.
Cleans door and window glass and drinking fountains
Replaces light bulbs
Picks up papers and debris; cleans walkways and entrances.
Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines, scrubbers, etc
Ensures security of assigned area; locks and unlocks doors, windows and gates; turns security alarms on/off
Assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for assemblies, athletic events, meetings, and special events upon request to include arranging chairs, desks, equipment, etc
Plants, cultivates, prunes, shapes, trims, waters, and sprays trees, shrubs, hedges and plants
Plants, fertilizes, waters, mows, and cares for lawns
Operates hand and power tools and equipment including power mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment/tools
Uses hand tools to work soil and to remove weeds, undergrowth, and debris from school grounds and landscaped areas
Keeps school grounds clean; operates backpack blower and picks up paper, rubbish, and other debris
Hoes and rakes weeds, leaves, and grass clippings
Mixes and applies pesticides and herbicides to grounds and garden areas for pest/weed control purposes
Installs, maintains, and repairs sprinklers and sprinkler systems including sprinkler heads, lines, valves, and controllers
Mows, drags, burns, chalks, lines, and marks athletic fields for scheduled events
Maintains hoses, supplies, and tools in proper condition and repair
Performs minor service and repair work on equipment such as mowers, edgers, sprayers, backpack blowers, trimmers and saws
Cleans and clears debris from drains
Assists with minor maintenance and general custodial work as assigned
May interpret basic blueprints and landscaping plans
Picks up/delivers supplies as assigned
Performs related duties as required
Employment Standards
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License
Knowledge of and gardening methods and practices
Knowledge of the safe use, maintenance, and operation of tools, power equipment, and sprinkler systems
Knowledge of the safe use and application of pesticides and herbicides for pest/weed control purposes
Ability to effectively and safely use hand and power tools associated with and gardening work
Ability to repair and install sprinklers and related systems
Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work on a variety of equipment
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to perform required duties successfully
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
Requirements / Qualifications
Candidates considered will need to do a fingerprint background clearance prior to starting work.
Driver's License Copy
Resume
TB Screening Result
Comments and Other Information
This is a day-to-day position you will be called as needed on a daily basis to assist at various school sites. For further information regarding job posting please contact Lizbeth Diaz via email: ... or telephone: ....
East Side High School District
Application Deadline
3/31/2026 1:38 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/1/2025
Contact
Lizbeth Diaz
...
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Pay Range
17.00 - 20.00 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$20.00
Length of Work Year
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Employment Type
Full and Part Time
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About the Employer
As one of California's largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We offer a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of providing students the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career.
Apart from competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we also focus on personal professional development.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team!
Job Summary
work on call as needed in various grounds positions (gardener, custodian night/day) at various sites with in our district.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Job title: Custodian/Gardener
Description of basic functions and responsibilities
To perform routine cleaning and custodial functions at assigned school site(s) or facility. Employees in this classification report to the head custodian and receive general supervision within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures. Employees in this job class exercise responsibility for the general cleanliness of assigned areas, and perform custodial duties at an appropriate skill level. Also, to perform general grounds maintenance and gardening work at assigned site(s). Employees in this classification report to head custodian and receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class performs a variety of general grounds, gardening and maintenance duties in the upkeep of assigned district or school site areas and functions at an appropriate skill level.
Supervisor: Administrator with in put from Head Custodian
Typical duties
Performs routine janitorial and custodial functions at assigned site(s) or facilities
Cleans classrooms, restrooms, licker rooms, cafeteria, gymnasiums, offices, and related facilities
Sweeps, mops, strips, scrubs, waxes and polishes concrete, linoleum, tile and wood floors.
Vacuums and shampoos rugs and carpets
Dusts furniture; empties and cleans trash receptacles.
Cleans walls, furniture, windows, woodwork, chalkboards, lockers, and other equipment; a\paints over graffiti.
Cleans door and window glass and drinking fountains
Replaces light bulbs
Picks up papers and debris; cleans walkways and entrances.
Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor cleaning and polishing machines, scrubbers, etc
Ensures security of assigned area; locks and unlocks doors, windows and gates; turns security alarms on/off
Assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for assemblies, athletic events, meetings, and special events upon request to include arranging chairs, desks, equipment, etc
Plants, cultivates, prunes, shapes, trims, waters, and sprays trees, shrubs, hedges and plants
Plants, fertilizes, waters, mows, and cares for lawns
Operates hand and power tools and equipment including power mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment/tools
Uses hand tools to work soil and to remove weeds, undergrowth, and debris from school grounds and landscaped areas
Keeps school grounds clean; operates backpack blower and picks up paper, rubbish, and other debris
Hoes and rakes weeds, leaves, and grass clippings
Mixes and applies pesticides and herbicides to grounds and garden areas for pest/weed control purposes
Installs, maintains, and repairs sprinklers and sprinkler systems including sprinkler heads, lines, valves, and controllers
Mows, drags, burns, chalks, lines, and marks athletic fields for scheduled events
Maintains hoses, supplies, and tools in proper condition and repair
Performs minor service and repair work on equipment such as mowers, edgers, sprayers, backpack blowers, trimmers and saws
Cleans and clears debris from drains
Assists with minor maintenance and general custodial work as assigned
May interpret basic blueprints and landscaping plans
Picks up/delivers supplies as assigned
Performs related duties as required
Employment Standards
Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License
Knowledge of and gardening methods and practices
Knowledge of the safe use, maintenance, and operation of tools, power equipment, and sprinkler systems
Knowledge of the safe use and application of pesticides and herbicides for pest/weed control purposes
Ability to effectively and safely use hand and power tools associated with and gardening work
Ability to repair and install sprinklers and related systems
Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work on a variety of equipment
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to perform required duties successfully
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
Requirements / Qualifications
Candidates considered will need to do a fingerprint background clearance prior to starting work.
Driver's License Copy
Resume
TB Screening Result
Comments and Other Information
This is a day-to-day position you will be called as needed on a daily basis to assist at various school sites. For further information regarding job posting please contact Lizbeth Diaz via email: ... or telephone: ....
East Side High School District
Application Deadline
3/31/2026 1:38 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/1/2025
Contact
Lizbeth Diaz
...
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Pay Range
17.00 - 20.00 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
$20.00
Length of Work Year
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Employment Type
Full and Part Time
Job ID: 485896343
Originally Posted on: 7/18/2025
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