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Job Description
Job Details
Level: Experienced
Job Location: Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: None
Salary Range: $58616.88 - $71249.28 Salary/year
Job Category: Maintenance & Construction
About Us
The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is an independent special-purpose district that provides parks and recreation services to more than 309,000 residents across a 100-square-mile area. Our district includes Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.
Our mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by offering diverse recreational programs, parks, and facilities that promote health, wellness, learning, and fun.
Why Join Us
At H.A.R.D., we value our employees and offer:
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits through CalPERS
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A supportive, team-oriented environment
- A healthy work-life balance
About the Role
We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Previous custodial experience is preferred.
As a Custodian, you'll play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our facilities, supporting our mission to serve the community.
Position Details- Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefits-Eligible
- Annual Salary: $58,616.88 - $71,249.28
- Schedule: 5-day workweek (Monday-Sunday)
- Hours: 2:30 AM - 10:00 AM (40 hours/week)
- Work Location: Multiple locations within the District
- Available Positions: 1
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: June 13, 2025 (First review of applications)
- Skill Test: Anticipated on June 27, 2025
- Expected Start Date: July 2025
Note: This posting may close at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer
H.A.R.D. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform janitorial duties and to be responsible for the overall condition and proper use of District buildings and their facilities; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
Custodians, whose work is subject to infrequent inspection, perform janitorial duties in District buildings, the facilities of which are used continuously by the general public. The completion of cleaning work is made more difficult by the necessity of planning and performing such work around the activities that are taking place during such time that the incumbent is on duty. Positions in this class are distinguished from the next higher class, Custodial Foreman which has lead-supervisory responsibility and responsibility for supervision of the District custodial services.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
NOTE : The following list of duties are those usually performed by most employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.
- Sets up furniture in and prepares rooms and halls for social functions/classes/programs.
- Sweeps, mops, dusts, strips and waxes floors, frequently using power equipment; also vacuums, cleans rugs and cleans cooking stoves, ovens and refrigerators
- Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork.
- Washes windows inside and outside.
- Cleans all front and rear door entrances.
- Cleans and disinfects restrooms and keeps them supplied.
- Requisitions supplies needed to carry out the above duties.
- Reports vandalism, theft and forcible entry to Supervisor, and District Office, police if needed.
- Fills out vandalism forms, incident and accident forms.
- Reports items in need of repair.
- Fills out Building Inspection reports.
- Monitors building inventory of tables and chairs.
- Adhere to safe work practices as trained.
- Property label and secure products and chemicals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of training and experience which demonstrates that a person has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would typically qualify to compete in a selection process:
Experience:
The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time experience performing custodial work in offices or institutions.
License : Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s license and a good driving record.
NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge, skills and abilities are related to duties listed under the “Examples of Duties” section of this specification.
Knowledge of:
- Modern custodial methods, materials, and equipment including the use of power-driven waxing and buffing machines, soaps, detergents, waxes and cleaning compounds.
Ability to:
- Follow standing instructions and accept responsibility.
- Read and write and clearly speak effectively.
- Read and follow safe use (MSDS) for all products, chemicals or equipment.
- Exhibit a high customer service priority.
- Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers at all levels of the organization.
- Use and operate sanders, buffers, vacuum cleaners and similar equipment in the course of custodial duties.
- Within OSHA guidelines, withstand periods of physical exposure to the presence of fumes, odors, dust and pollen without incapacitating adverse effect.
- Safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Competitive salaries
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
Show moreA Brief History
The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview.
In 1944, representatives of the City of Hayward, various school districts, and local civic organizations developed a proposal for establishment of the Hayward Area Recreation and Parkway District. When an initiative was placed on the November 7th ballot, the residents voted overwhelmingly for the creation of the District, which was officially formed on December 11, 1944. In 1958, the District changed its name to the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and has become the largest recreation district in the State of California.
Since its creation, the District has provided residents with many beautiful facilities and parks, many of which have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.
Our Mission
Our mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun.Here's another great video to check out!
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