Utility Worker Jobs in Merced, CA (NOW HIRING)

About the Employer
Jamestown Elementary School District serves approximately 450 TK-8 students and is proud of its strong sense of community and commitment to ensuring every student is known, valued, and connected. We emphasize:
• High-quality instruction and academic rigor
• Trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning
• Positive school climate through PBIS and relationship-building
• Collaboration through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Enrichment opportunities including art, music, and expanded learning programs
Why Join Jamestown?
• Supportive leadership and collaborative staff culture
• Strong focus on student relationships and school connectedness
• Opportunities for professional growth and instructional collaboration
• Small district environment where your impact is visible and valued
Job Summary
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Utility Worker
Position # U-J-2
The Utility Worker performs cleaning and custodial tasks on the district's buildings and grounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Utility Worker position requires the ability to:
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with cleaning and upkeep of equipment, classrooms, offices, building, and grounds
• Safely operate tools and equipment commonly used in custodial work
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Comply with schedules and meet deadlines
Utility Worker must also:
• Possess a California Driver's License
• Pass required background checks and clearance
Salary per 2026-2027 Classified Salary Schedule Range 170
$19.38 - $25.43
Work year will follow School District calendar
Monday - Fridays 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm*
* Schedule may be altered on early release, minimum, conference days or to comply with the needs of the district.
MUST APPLY THROUGH OFF SITE LINK
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description / Essential Elements:
UTILITY WORKER
DESCRIPTION
The Utility Worker performs cleaning and custodial tasks on the district's buildings and grounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The Utility Worker position requires the ability to:
Perform a variety of tasks associated with cleaning and upkeep of equipment, classrooms, offices, building, and grounds
Safely operate tools and equipment commonly used in custodial work
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Comply with schedules and meet deadlines
Pass required background checks and clearance
Certifications:
California Driver's License
Current First Aid and CPR certification
DUTIES
Sweep, scrub, mop, vacuum, shampoo or wax floors and carpets
Refill paper towels & soap dispensers
Dust and polish furniture, wood and metal work
Clean and disinfect restroom walls, doors, mirrors, and fixtures
Empty trash and recycling
Clean blinds, windows, chalk/white boards
Pick up debris and water shrubs
Participate in staff development as required
Complete basic work orders, such as changing lights
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Weather: Exposure to hot, cold, wet, snowy, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather
Heat: Exposure to non-weather hot temperatures
Noise: Expose to intermittent sounds of a pitch of level sufficient to cause marked distraction. Level: moderate to loud
Atmospheric conditions: Exposure to conditions, such as chemical fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation, that affect the respiratory system, the eyes, or the skin
Hazards: Moving equipment, electrical shock from using electrical equipment, high exposed places, radiant energy, explosives (gasoline), cleaning solvents
UTILITY WORKER
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED
Standing
Sitting
Walking
Bending
Stooping
Climbing
Kneeling
Pushing
Twisting
Reaching
Crawling
D/F
D/F
D/F
D/F
D/F
D/O
D/F
D/F
D/F
D/F
W/F
LIFTING
Size of Object
To and From Ground Level
To and From
Waist Level
To and From Chest Level
To and From Shoulder Level and Above
#0-10
D/F
D/F
W/O
W/O
#11-20
D/F
D/F
W/O
W/O
#21-50
D/O
D/O
W/O
W/O
#51-100
W/O
W/O
M/R
M/R
#100-125
O/R
O/R
O/R
O/R
CARRYING
Distance
Carried
Frequency
Carried
Method
Height Object
#0-10
200'
D/F
Hand held
Waist level
#11-20
200'
D/F
Hand held
Waist level
#21-50
100'
D/F
Hand held
Waist level
#50-100
200'
W/O
Cart
#100-125
4'
O/R
On and off cart
Key:
Frequency Percentage of Frequency
D Daily N Not performed at all
W Once a week R Rarely
M Once a month O Occasionally
O Other F Frequently
C Continuously
Salary Range: Range A on the Classified Salary Schedule
Employment Period: Variable hours, 180 days based on School Calendar
Requirements / Qualifications