Campus Custodial Assistant

California Institute of Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

California Institute of Technology is seeking a Custodian to perform cleaning duties and maintain campus buildings. The role requires following safety standards and involves various custodial tasks including floor care, restroom cleaning, and maintaining public areas.

Candidates should have at least six months of relevant experience, ability to communicate effectively, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. The position offers a hiring range of $19.00 – $24.00 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience working as a custodian in a fast-paced educational or commercial environment.
• Ability to communicate and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Familiarity with custodial hand tools and cleaning techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment.
• Clean and maintain floors, carpets, and restrooms on a high-frequency schedule.
• Remove trash, recyclables, and maintain cleanliness of public areas.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Communication skills

Custodial hand tools familiarity

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, applies knowledge of cleaning techniques and performs a variety of custodial duties required to maintain campus building areas clean, orderly, and safe by using hand tools or equipment. Performs work in accordance with institute safety standards and regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, EPA, and CDC guidelines).

Essential Job Duties

• Responsible for following all safety procedures and maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Cleans and maintains floors, including stairwells, by sweeping and wet mopping several types of floor surfaces using hand tools or equipment.
• Cleans and maintains carpets by vacuuming and spot‑cleaning carpets and upholstered furniture using tools or equipment.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, showers, kitchens, locker rooms on a high‑frequency schedule.
• Cleans and sanitizes high‑traffic public areas and frequently touched surfaces on a high‑frequency schedule.
• Washes and spot‑clean walls, blackboards, interior windows, light covers, glass surfaces, and elevators.
• Dusts horizontal and vertical surfaces, which may require working at heights (6' max).
• Removes trash by hand or cart and moves trash to designated disposal areas.
• Removes recyclables from building interiors and breaks down cardboard boxes.
• Maintains building entrances and immediate area surrounding the assigned building.
• Climbs ladders, replaces burnt‑out lights, moves/arranges furniture, and lifts/carries items of up to 50 lbs. during daily assignments.
• Responsible for the custody of keys in the assigned work area and unlock entry building doors as directed on the security building schedule.
• Must be available to work overtime, including weekends when required.
• Flexible to perform other custodial duties as needed (e.g., campus events and campus emergency response).

Basic Qualifications

• At least six months of experience working as a custodian in a fast‑paced educational or commercial environment.
• Ability to communicate and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Familiarity with custodial hand tools, floor care equipment, and cleaning techniques preferred.
• Must be able to work the assigned schedule: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday – Friday.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 lbs. and walk, push, pull, climb, twist, stoop, and bend to accomplish job requirements on a regular basis.

Required Documents

• Resume

Hiring Range

$19.00 – $24.00 per hour.

Benefits

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits include competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non‑benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time.

EEO Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA federal contractor.