Ventura County
Custodian
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Custodian
Salary
$43,680.00 - $53,284.48 Annually
Location
Ventura, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Job Number
0482GSA-25AA (CN)
Department
General Services Agency
Opening Date
10/01/2025
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
THE AGENCY
The General Services Agency (GSA) is comprised of Fleet Services, Facilities, Procurement, Special Services, Parks, Security, and Business Support and is responsible for a broad spectrum of services to all the County departments and agencies. It requires a very diverse workforce to accomplish the GSA mission of contributing to the quality of life in Ventura County by partnering with their customers to provide expertise and cost-effective service delivery, and foster the preservation of natural resources.
THE POSITION
Under immediate to general supervision, trains to, and provides a variety of custodial services within assigned areas of public buildings.
The ideal Custodian candidate will be reliable, have some prior custodial experience, exhibit a good attitude, and have the capability to learn more advanced custodial tasks. Prior experience in providing custodial services in a large campus-type facility, the ability to work independently, and the ability to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently with limited supervision are preferred.
Custodians work the night shift, 12:00 am to 8:30 am
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: General Services Agency
WHAT WE OFFER:
Educational Incentive: 2.5% for an Associate's degree, 3.5% for a Bachelor's degree, or 5% for a Master's degree
Night Shift Differential – five percent (5%) of the base pay
Flexible Credit Allowance: Biweekly contribution towards medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans
Deferred Compensation: County match of up to 3%, dependent upon your contribution amount
Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined benefit plan
To learn more about the benefits, please follow the link below:
https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/MOA/docs/SEIU_MOA_2022-2025.pdf
NOTE: Custodian is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Keeps assigned area clean, sanitize and aseptic by scouring, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, using germicides and wet dusting.
Cleans, deodorizes, and disinfects lavatory floors, walls and fixtures.
Dusts, cleans and polishes desks, equipment, cabinets, shelves and other furniture; dusts and washes light fixtures.
Collects, stages material for recycling and disposes of trash.
Replenishes lavatory supplies.
Keeps workstation and equipment neat and clean.
Sweeps, mops, strips, seals, waxes and buffs floors.
Washes and cleans windows, blinds, windowsills, screens, and glass doors.
Sweeps building entrance and sidewalks and other related duties.
Vacuums and shampoos carpets and rugs.
May operate special cleaning equipment and participate in major cleaning projects.
May utilize software systems to maintain work records.
Performs other related duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
No experience or training is required; however, applicants must demonstrate possession of the required knowledge and abilities.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid California driver license is required.
Applicants must be willing and able to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, lift and carry items associated with the job duties described above.
Applicants must be willing and able to participate in a detailed background investigation by the District Attorney's Office in order to obtain clearance to work in their facilities.
Applicants will need to complete and submit a Sheriff's Office Security Clearance Request form post-offer as a requirement for assigned Sheriff facility access.
APPLICANTS MUST INDICATE ON THEIR APPLICATION THAT THEY ARE WILLING AND ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of: cleaning techniques, commercial cleaning procedures, cleansing agents, and the proper use of custodial equipment.
Some knowledge of: computers, and e-mail.
Ability to: learn more advanced custodial techniques; complete time records and work reports; understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Recruitment Process
FINAL FILING DATE
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply online, please refer to website www.ventura.org/hr. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to the position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (http://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/docs/Lateral_Transfer.pdf) (Download PDF reader) for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying
All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying
All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION-100%
An un-proctored, internet-based job-related written exam will be conducted to evaluate participating candidates' knowledge of general cleaning procedures and basics of restroom cleaning in public buildings. Applicants must earn a score of seventy (70%) percent or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
VALIDATING PROCTORED WRITTEN EXAM
Offers of employment may be conditional to the candidate until taking and passing an on-site, proctored exam similar to the un-proctored, internet-based exam.
Applicants successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of six (6) months. The eligible list established from the recruitment may be used to fill present and future regular, temporary, fixed-term, intermittent and extra help vacancies. There is currently 1 regular full-time vacant position.
NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further exam upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Applicants may be subjected to a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. Applicants for the position of Custodian II will need to participate in a detailed background investigation by the District Attorney's Office in order to obtain clearance to work in their facilities and by the Sheriff, if assigned to work in Sheriff facilities.
For further information regarding this recruitment, please contact Chinna Nahabedian by email at chinna.nahabedian@venturacounty.gov or phone (805) 654-2458
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.
Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.
Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)
Memorandum of Agreement
Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS
01
I am available to work night shift, 12:00am to 8:30am.
Yes
No
02
I currently possess, or will be able to obtain upon hire, a valid California driver license.
Yes
No
03
I am willing and able to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, lift and carry items associated with the job duties.
Yes
No
04
I understand I must cooperate with the District Attorney background investigation process. I understand I will be required to accurately and truthfully complete a lengthy personal history questionnaire. I understand that ALL the information I provide will be verified by law enforcement agencies, the Dept. of Motor Vehicles, the FBI, the Department of Justice, court records, former employers, and other sources. I understand that any deliberate misrepresentation will disqualify me for this position. I also affirm that I am willing to provide all requested information to the DA Investigators as a condition of hire.
I agree.
I do not agree.
05
I understand I must cooperate with the Sheriff's department background investigation process. I understand I will be required to accurately and truthfully complete a lengthy personal history questionnaire. I understand that ALL the information I provide will be verified by law enforcement agencies, the Dept. of Motor Vehicles, the FBI, the Department of Justice, court records, former employers, and other sources. I understand that any deliberate misrepresentation will disqualify me for this position. I also affirm that I am willing to provide all requested information to the Sheriff Investigators as a condition of hire.
I agree.
I do not agree.
06
Please describe your experience performing custodial related duties including: 1) the type of cleaning you have done, 2) the type of equipment you have used, and 3) the number of months/years you have used this equipment.
Note: Employers where you obtained this experience must be reflected in the "Work Experience" section of your application in order to be considered qualifying.
If you do not have experience with performing custodial related duties, please enter "No experience".
07
Describe the types of cleaning products with which you are familiar and some of the safety considerations in using such products. If you do not have any experience with cleaning products, please enter "No experience".
08
Describe your experience completing time records, including whether or not you have used paper or computer-based time recording systems. List the employer(s) where you got the experience. List the names of computer software with which you are familiar. Note: Employers where you obtained this experience must be reflected in the "Work Experience" section of your application in order to be considered qualifying. If you do not have this type of experience, please enter "No experience".
Required Question
Employer
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129
Website
http://hr.venturacounty.gov
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ventura/jobs/newprint/5090421)
Apply
Custodian
Salary
$43,680.00 - $53,284.48 Annually
Location
Ventura, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Job Number
0482GSA-25AA (CN)
Department
General Services Agency
Opening Date
10/01/2025
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
THE AGENCY
The General Services Agency (GSA) is comprised of Fleet Services, Facilities, Procurement, Special Services, Parks, Security, and Business Support and is responsible for a broad spectrum of services to all the County departments and agencies. It requires a very diverse workforce to accomplish the GSA mission of contributing to the quality of life in Ventura County by partnering with their customers to provide expertise and cost-effective service delivery, and foster the preservation of natural resources.
THE POSITION
Under immediate to general supervision, trains to, and provides a variety of custodial services within assigned areas of public buildings.
The ideal Custodian candidate will be reliable, have some prior custodial experience, exhibit a good attitude, and have the capability to learn more advanced custodial tasks. Prior experience in providing custodial services in a large campus-type facility, the ability to work independently, and the ability to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently with limited supervision are preferred.
Custodians work the night shift, 12:00 am to 8:30 am
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: General Services Agency
WHAT WE OFFER:
Educational Incentive: 2.5% for an Associate's degree, 3.5% for a Bachelor's degree, or 5% for a Master's degree
Night Shift Differential – five percent (5%) of the base pay
Flexible Credit Allowance: Biweekly contribution towards medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans
Deferred Compensation: County match of up to 3%, dependent upon your contribution amount
Pension Plan: Participation in the County's defined benefit plan
To learn more about the benefits, please follow the link below:
https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/MOA/docs/SEIU_MOA_2022-2025.pdf
NOTE: Custodian is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Keeps assigned area clean, sanitize and aseptic by scouring, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, using germicides and wet dusting.
Cleans, deodorizes, and disinfects lavatory floors, walls and fixtures.
Dusts, cleans and polishes desks, equipment, cabinets, shelves and other furniture; dusts and washes light fixtures.
Collects, stages material for recycling and disposes of trash.
Replenishes lavatory supplies.
Keeps workstation and equipment neat and clean.
Sweeps, mops, strips, seals, waxes and buffs floors.
Washes and cleans windows, blinds, windowsills, screens, and glass doors.
Sweeps building entrance and sidewalks and other related duties.
Vacuums and shampoos carpets and rugs.
May operate special cleaning equipment and participate in major cleaning projects.
May utilize software systems to maintain work records.
Performs other related duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
No experience or training is required; however, applicants must demonstrate possession of the required knowledge and abilities.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid California driver license is required.
Applicants must be willing and able to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, lift and carry items associated with the job duties described above.
Applicants must be willing and able to participate in a detailed background investigation by the District Attorney's Office in order to obtain clearance to work in their facilities.
Applicants will need to complete and submit a Sheriff's Office Security Clearance Request form post-offer as a requirement for assigned Sheriff facility access.
APPLICANTS MUST INDICATE ON THEIR APPLICATION THAT THEY ARE WILLING AND ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of: cleaning techniques, commercial cleaning procedures, cleansing agents, and the proper use of custodial equipment.
Some knowledge of: computers, and e-mail.
Ability to: learn more advanced custodial techniques; complete time records and work reports; understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Recruitment Process
FINAL FILING DATE
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply online, please refer to website www.ventura.org/hr. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to the position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (http://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/docs/Lateral_Transfer.pdf) (Download PDF reader) for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying
All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying
All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION-100%
An un-proctored, internet-based job-related written exam will be conducted to evaluate participating candidates' knowledge of general cleaning procedures and basics of restroom cleaning in public buildings. Applicants must earn a score of seventy (70%) percent or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
VALIDATING PROCTORED WRITTEN EXAM
Offers of employment may be conditional to the candidate until taking and passing an on-site, proctored exam similar to the un-proctored, internet-based exam.
Applicants successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of six (6) months. The eligible list established from the recruitment may be used to fill present and future regular, temporary, fixed-term, intermittent and extra help vacancies. There is currently 1 regular full-time vacant position.
NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further exam upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Applicants may be subjected to a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. Applicants for the position of Custodian II will need to participate in a detailed background investigation by the District Attorney's Office in order to obtain clearance to work in their facilities and by the Sheriff, if assigned to work in Sheriff facilities.
For further information regarding this recruitment, please contact Chinna Nahabedian by email at chinna.nahabedian@venturacounty.gov or phone (805) 654-2458
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.
Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.
Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)
Memorandum of Agreement
Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS
01
I am available to work night shift, 12:00am to 8:30am.
Yes
No
02
I currently possess, or will be able to obtain upon hire, a valid California driver license.
Yes
No
03
I am willing and able to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, lift and carry items associated with the job duties.
Yes
No
04
I understand I must cooperate with the District Attorney background investigation process. I understand I will be required to accurately and truthfully complete a lengthy personal history questionnaire. I understand that ALL the information I provide will be verified by law enforcement agencies, the Dept. of Motor Vehicles, the FBI, the Department of Justice, court records, former employers, and other sources. I understand that any deliberate misrepresentation will disqualify me for this position. I also affirm that I am willing to provide all requested information to the DA Investigators as a condition of hire.
I agree.
I do not agree.
05
I understand I must cooperate with the Sheriff's department background investigation process. I understand I will be required to accurately and truthfully complete a lengthy personal history questionnaire. I understand that ALL the information I provide will be verified by law enforcement agencies, the Dept. of Motor Vehicles, the FBI, the Department of Justice, court records, former employers, and other sources. I understand that any deliberate misrepresentation will disqualify me for this position. I also affirm that I am willing to provide all requested information to the Sheriff Investigators as a condition of hire.
I agree.
I do not agree.
06
Please describe your experience performing custodial related duties including: 1) the type of cleaning you have done, 2) the type of equipment you have used, and 3) the number of months/years you have used this equipment.
Note: Employers where you obtained this experience must be reflected in the "Work Experience" section of your application in order to be considered qualifying.
If you do not have experience with performing custodial related duties, please enter "No experience".
07
Describe the types of cleaning products with which you are familiar and some of the safety considerations in using such products. If you do not have any experience with cleaning products, please enter "No experience".
08
Describe your experience completing time records, including whether or not you have used paper or computer-based time recording systems. List the employer(s) where you got the experience. List the names of computer software with which you are familiar. Note: Employers where you obtained this experience must be reflected in the "Work Experience" section of your application in order to be considered qualifying. If you do not have this type of experience, please enter "No experience".
Required Question
Employer
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129
Website
http://hr.venturacounty.gov
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email