Custodian (Multiple Positions) Job at California State University in Sacramento

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 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, securing 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.

Responsibilities

Not explicitly separated in the original text; see Position Summary for primary duties and scope as the role involves cleaning and related facilities tasks across campus housing facilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Abilities: 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.
• Strong customer service skills.
• 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 to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The campus is 300 acres, along the American River, and is diverse and livable. The university serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students with a large faculty and staff dedicated to its mission of transforming lives through education, innovation, and engagement.

For more information, visit the Sacramento State website and related resources. The university emphasizes learning and student success, justice, diversity, equity and inclusion, sustainability, and community engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We hire qualified applicants 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. CSU Sacramento provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees.

Jeanne Clery Act Notification

The annual security report (ASR) is available at https://www.csus.edu/clery. The ASR includes safety policies, emergency preparedness, crime prevention, and statistics. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) per the Clery Act; if so, appropriate training will be provided.

Background Check and Other Policies

A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any offer. It may affect application status or employment. The CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy encourages vaccination in line with CDC/CDPH guidance. Out-of-State Employment: employees must reside in California; CSU policy prohibits hiring outside California. Eligibility Verification: applicants must prove legal work eligibility in the U.S. CSUS is not a sponsoring agency for H-1B visas. Note to Applicants: possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.