Campus Custodian — Clean & Safe Facilities (On-Site)

The California State University; California; On-site; USD 38,624 - 53,032; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The California State University is seeking a Custodian to provide general cleaning and custodial care for facilities on campus. The role requires maintaining cleanliness in various building types, including offices, classrooms, and laboratories.

The position offers a full-time schedule, with specific hours on Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday to Thursday shifts. Candidates need a high school diploma and the ability to operate custodial equipment. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety.
• Ability to operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position.
• Ability to move up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas including offices and restrooms.
• Remove and properly dispose of trash ensuring recycling.
• Replenish custodial supplies used by others.
• Operate hand and powered equipment safely.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to operate custodial equipment

Ability to move up to 35 pounds

Customer service approach

Knowledge of safety practices

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Custodial systems

Industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

Apply now Job no: 555630
Work type: Staff
Location: San José
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Under the general direction of the Custodial Crew Manager, the Custodian provides general cleaning and custodial care and support for assigned campus buildings, facilities, structures and adjacent areas and/or portions thereof, including, but not limited to, campus offices, classrooms, science laboratories, art rooms, auditoriums, gymnasiums, locker rooms, health and child care centers, student residences, patios, entryways, walkways, and workshops. Custodial staff may work independently or as part of a custodial team.

The Maintenance & Operations unit of Facilities Development & Operations provides maintenance and operations services to a university campus spread across multiple sits comprised of 167 acres, 85 buildings, and more than six million gross square feet. The Custodial Services Unit is comprised of five graveyard shift crews, one swing crew, and one day crew, with eight managers, six leads, and one hundred and eleven total custodians.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas, including such activities as dusting and cleaning all surfaces
• Removing and properly disposing of trash ensuring diversion from the waste stream for all recyclable materials
• Cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, locker rooms, showers, and other similar areas
• Replenishing custodial supplies used by others including soap, toilet paper, paper towels, and similar items
• Cleaning glass doors, windows, and blinds
• Removing graffiti
• Cleaning furniture, upholstery and light fixtures
• Identify and organize necessary work supplies, materials and equipment, which may include loading, stocking and maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and materials
• Operate and maintain appropriate hand and powered equipment and tools, supplies, and materials to perform assigned duties
• Records work efforts in detail within computerized recordkeeping systems and, where directed, on log sheets
• Maintains clean work areas, tools, equipment and associated structures.
• Uses protective equipment, as required for personal safety

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety
• Ability to operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position
• Ability to move up to 35 pounds
• Ability to implement a customer (constituent) service approach, with a commitment to high ethical standards and to present work to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to develop and apply knowledge pertaining to the methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work and of the safety and sanitation practices and measures required to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary University environment
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner

Required Qualifications

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

License

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent education
• Six months of full time custodial or service industry experience in an institutional or commercial setting
• Six months of full-time experience with industrial commercial cleaning equipment
• Experience working within a University setting
• Valid California Driver’s License and possession of a driving record that allows for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required for the position

Compensation

Classification: Custodian
Anticipated Hiring: $3,747/month (Step 5)
CSU Salary Range: $3,461/month - $4,752/month (Step 1 – Step 20)


San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume

This position is open until filled.

Work Schedule

Selected candidates will be placed in one of the following shifts based on operational needs.

Sunday - Thursday,10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University 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 and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to [e-mail] .

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Officeor report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at [e-mail] .

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at [e-mail] .

Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Advertised: Mar 11 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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