Assistant Manager of Custodial Services

Opt For Healthy Living; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

CalPERS retirement

Sick and vacation time

15 paid holidays a year

Education fee waiver program

Job summary

California State University, Fresno seeks an Assistant Manager of Custodial Services to support the Manager in providing leadership to shift crews and oversee practical custodial operations. This Administrator I role involves data entry, personnel distribution, evaluations, and coordinating essential department functions.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least 5 years of custodial experience and 1 year of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of supervision principles, performance evaluation, discipline and grievance procedures.
• Knowledge of custodial equipment, chemicals, and operations.
• Ability to use computer office systems and software.
• Ability to review and evaluate staff and operations and provide feedback to improve processes.
• Ability to train staff on safety and equipment operation.
• Ability to maintain a computerized records system.
• Ability to read SDS sheets.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills under pressure.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and communicate across teams.
• Plan, assign and schedule work and establish priorities.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift custodial crews under the Manager of Custodial Services.
• Assist with data entry, personnel distribution, evaluations, and coordination of department functions.
• Support safety training and ensure safe operation of vehicles, equipment and materials.
• Coordinate with Facilities Management to plan and prioritize department tasks.
• Communicate effectively across organizational lines and support teamwork.

Skills

Staff supervision

Custodial operations

Safety training

Record-keeping

Data entry

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Scheduling

Written and oral instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Manager of Custodial Services
(Administrator I)

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary hiring range is $60,000 - $67,000 per yearand iscommensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Custodial Services, the incumbent supports the mission of the University by assisting the Manager of Custodial Services in providing leadership and practical custodial knowledge to the various shift crews within the Custodial department. The incumbent also supports the Facilities Management team in assisting with duties including data entry, personnel distribution, evaluations, and coordination of essential department functions.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of effective supervision, motivation, performance evaluation, progressive discipline and grievance procedures.
  • Knowledge of custodial equipment, chemicals, and operations.
  • Computer office systems and ability to use technology, systems, and software packages.
• Skill/Ability to:
  • Provide ongoing review and evaluation of staff and operations and provide feedback to enhance processes to meet programmatic goals.
  • Assess safety and training needs and conduct training to ensure employees safely operate vehicles, equipment, tools, supplies and materials.
  • Ability to use a computerized records system to input and document information.
  • Ability to read and understand use of material SDS sheets.
  • Organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks and projects under competing deadlines and maintain flexibility in response to constantly shifting priorities.
  • Ability to manage, communicate, and work alongside individuals or groups from diverse ethnic, cultural, social- economic, and identifying backgrounds.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to prepare correspondence to communicate and collaborate across organizational lines.
  • Plan, assign and schedule work and establish priorities, review work, and provide input to promote teamwork and optimize effectiveness.
  • Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in supervision/leadwork oversight of staff.
• Minimum 5 years of practical custodial experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working at a Higher Education Institution, with working knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience supervising a custodial operation in a higher education environment.
• Experience working with represented employees under a collective bargaining agreement.

Department Summary

Fresno State Facilities Management is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and sustainable environment that supports the operational needs of our campus community.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by September 7, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Human Resources Department at [phone].

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Per theCSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent [e-mail] .

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Advertised: Aug 04 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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