Campus Custodial Lead & Training Supervisor

The California State University; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University Facilities Services is seeking an experienced Lead Custodian to provide lead direction to custodial staff while supporting daily cleaning and maintenance of campus facilities.

This role coordinates work assignments, monitors safety and quality, trains staff, and performs hands-on custodial work to keep the SDSU campus clean and welcoming.

The position is full-time, non-exempt with overtime eligibility; standard hours and on-site work at SDSU in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to 1-2 years of custodial experience with leadership.
• APPA Supervisor Toolkit or equivalent training is preferred.
• Experience training staff and leading a custodial team is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide lead direction to 10–30 custodial employees, including assigning work and monitoring progress.
• Train staff on custodial equipment, cleaning procedures, safety practices, and emergency protocols.
• Maintain employee time records and assist with performance evaluations.
• Perform custodial cleaning of classrooms, laboratories, offices, restrooms, and other campus spaces.
• Complete floor care, furniture cleaning, trash removal, dusting and replenishment of supplies.
• Respond to urgent calls, bio cleanup, floods, etc.

Skills

Custodial methods

Safety practices

Lead/supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma

APPA Supervisor Toolkit

Job description

San Diego State University Facilities Services is seeking an experienced Lead Custodian to provide lead direction to custodial staff while supporting daily cleaning and maintenance of campus facilities.

This role coordinates work assignments, monitors safety and quality, trains staff, and performs hands-on custodial work to keep the SDSU campus clean and welcoming.

The position is full-time, non-exempt with overtime eligibility; standard hours and on-site work at SDSU in San Diego.