The California State University is hiring: Custodian (Multiple Positions) in Sac

Custodian (Multiple Positions)

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Work type: Staff

Location: Sacramento

Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Working Title: Custodian

Classification Title: Custodian

Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Thursday, October 9, 2025 @ 11:55pm PST

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the lead work direction of the Lead Custodian and the general supervision of the Day Shift Custodial Manager, the Custodian works independently and side-by-side with a diverse team engaged in cleaning and doing tasks in residence hall buildings that include: hallways, lobbies, stairwells, rooms, studio and suite apartments, warehouse, shops, recreation rooms, kitchens, offices, restrooms, elevators, and laundry room facilities. Cleaning tasks include: dusting, window washing, carpet cleaning, floor high speed and refinishing resilient floors and sealing cement floors, vacuuming, furniture polishing, spot cleaning of walls, refilling product dispersers, mop, scrub, sweep, sanitize and disinfect items and daily removal of trash and/or recyclables. External spaces include: entryways, sidewalks, stairways, swimming pool changing rooms and breezeways utilizing blowers, vacuums and power washers. Work assignments and areas of work may vary depending upon the department’s needs.

The incumbent is responsible for reporting unsafe and unsanitary conditions, secure buildings and areas.

The Custodian is part of a team of Housing staff members that perform excellent customer service and support the Housing mission and values.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,680 per month - $4,250 per month, anticipated hiring range commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,680 per month- $4,951 per month

Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings, infrastructure, grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team!

Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety; operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position; use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication; observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods as required; perform work involving regular physical activity; and establish and maintain cooperative work relationships. Some positions may require ability to move up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to provide general cleaning and custodial care, such as restroom cleaning methods, materials, and chemicals.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team in a diverse environment.
• Interpersonal skills to cultivate and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally move (lift/carry) up to 50 pounds of equipment/supplies in a safe manner.

Work Schedule Requirements:

• Ability to work weekends and shift work.

Conditions of Employment:

- Ability to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform floor and carpet care, such as restoration, high speed buffing, carpet extraction, and spot cleaning.
• Six (6) months experience working as a custodian in an educational, hospital, and/or commercial institution.
• Ability to operate electric, gasoline-powered vehicles and forklifts.
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs to review work orders, record keeping, inventory, and supply control.
• Working knowledge of troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor repairs/adjustments to standard custodial machines.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director. If this position is designated as a Campus Security Authority position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all CSU employees who are accessing campus facilities follow vaccine recommendations.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University is a State of California Employer. The University requires all employees to reside in California.

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. Sacramento State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions.

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Sep 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Date not specified

The Custodian works independently and side-by-side with a diverse team engaged in cleaning and doing tasks in residence hall buildings that include: hallways, lobbies, stairwells, rooms, studio and suite apartments, warehouse, shops, recreation rooms, kitchens, offices, restrooms, elevators, and laundry room facilities.