Job Title
Under general supervision, leads a team of custodians and performs custodial duties in maintaining the interior and exterior of City buildings, sets up rooms or outdoor spaces for special events; may perform minor repairs; and performs related work as assigned.
Supervision Received/Exercised
Works under the general supervision of the Director of General Services; as a Leadworker provides direction, training, guidance, and assistance to lower-level custodians.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Provides direction, training, guidance, and assistance to lower-level custodians; coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work, inspects completed work, and troubleshoots problem situations; assists lower-level custodians with questions/problems.
- Cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes restrooms.
- Sweeps and vacuums carpeting and floors using manual and power equipment.
- Mops, scrubs, waxes, shampoos, and spot cleans carpeting and floors.
- Empties waste cans and ashtrays.
- Cleans woodwork, walls, and windows using common household equipment and cleaning products.
- Sets up and breaks down for meetings and special events.
- Sweeps sidewalks and entryways.
- Cleans and dusts offices.
- Performs minor maintenance work such as changing light bulbs, repairing fixtures and furniture.
- Keeps equipment and supplies in order and requests more when needed.
- Maintains exterior of facility, including trash pickup.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND four (4) years of custodial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Required Knowledge of:
- City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
- Methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work.
- Occupational safety and health policies and procedures related to custodial work.
- Supervisory principles and practices.
Required Skill in:
- Operating machinery such as a vacuum sweeper, buffer, or other similarly sized equipment.
- Maintaining records and making oral and written reports.
- Following safety practices and recognizing safety hazards.
- Following written and oral instructions, particularly in handling chemicals.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments and on occasion will be exposed to high to moderate temperatures, slippery surfaces and dust.
- Work may require frequent twisting, pushing, pulling, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Work will also consist of frequent standing, walking and climbing.
- Rarely will there be opportunity for exposure to hazardous materials and fumes.
Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts. All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered. Please note: Only the first 50 applications received that best meet the qualifications and needs of the hiring department will be invited to continue in the hiring process. Additional applications may be reviewed at a later time, based on hiring needs.
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).
Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.
A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.
We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and career growth, including:
- CalPERS Retirement – Secure pension through the California Public Employees' Retirement System
- Lifetime Medical Coverage for Retirees – Fully funded by the City after 5 years of service with CalPers
- CalPERS Health Benefits Program – Choice of 10 health plans, with City-paid premiums for employees and eligible dependents (up to the annual Kaiser family rate)
- Employer-Paid Vision and Dental Insurance – For both employees and eligible dependents
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance – Offered through UNUM
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – For healthcare and dependent care expenses through American Fidelity
- Employee-Sponsored Supplemental Benefits – Optional coverage such as life, disability, and accident insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and 16* paid holidays per year
- 4/10 Flexible Work Schedule – Most Administrative roles based at City Hall enjoy a 4-day workweek, with Fridays off*
- Educational Reimbursement – Up to $3