Campus Operations & Facilities Associate

Calstatelausu; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,457 - 30,560; Part time

Job summary

Cal State LA is seeking an Operations Associate for the University-Student Union to provide maintenance support and guest safety. The position is non-exempt and paid hourly at $18.88, with an academic-year schedule and potential extension.

The role requires up to 20 hours per week and a two-month training period. Responsibilities include opening/closing, cleaning, equipment operation, and assisting events, with background checks and campus policy compliance expected.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled Cal State LA student with a minimum of 6 units undergraduate units and a minimum GPA 2.0, or graduate student with at least 4 graduate units and GPA 3.0.
• Willingness to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student body and staff.
• Ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships.
• Willingness to provide effective customer service promptly and courteously.
• Ability to respond to walk-in and other inquiries.
• Proficient oral, written, and listening skills.
• Strong organizational skills: prioritize, complete assigned duties and complex tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills in a team environment.
• Must be self-motivated, able to adapt to changing workloads, and have some independent judgment.
• Previous experience with custodial work and maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the opening and closing of the U-SU operations.
• Assists staff with daily projects and events and with guiding Operations Assistants on projects.
• Assists guests and provides access to alarmed areas.
• Performs routine cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and maintenance of the facility.
• Operates and maintains equipment and supplies.
• Empties trash, sweeps, dusts, vacuums, spot cleans; cleans restrooms, floors, walls, windows, mirrors, and polishes furniture.
• Performs carpet cleaning, floor stripping, waxing, and steam cleaning.
• Assists with moving, arranging, and setting up furniture and equipment.
• Reports unusual occurrences to supervisors and provides quality customer service.
• Maintains awareness of University activities and events; welcomes guests and directs them to resources.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Custodial experience

Education

Currently enrolled Cal State LA student

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Cal State LA is seeking an Operations Associate for the University-Student Union to provide maintenance support and guest safety. The position is non-exempt and paid hourly at $18.88, with an academic-year schedule and potential extension.

The role requires up to 20 hours per week and a two-month training period. Responsibilities include opening/closing, cleaning, equipment operation, and assisting events, with background checks and campus policy compliance expected.