Custodian

Barrett Business Services, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Business Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated custodian/janitor in San Diego to maintain building and floor areas for residents and staff. The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and efficient operation of common spaces, with attention to 200 units and a strong safety culture.

The position is full-time, paid hourly at $22.00, and requires good English reading comprehension, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand safety plans and labels.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform continuous manual labor.
• Must communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building and common areas, lobbies, restrooms, offices and hallways to clean and sanitary standards.
• Clean floors, walls, windows, furniture and fixtures and restock supplies.
• Perform duties to support property management and related projects as needed.
• Lift and move materials up to 50 pounds; work eight hours per shift as required.

Skills

Cleaning

Sanitation

Safety compliance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Read safety labels

Job description

• Location: Potiker Family Senior , San Diego , CALIFORNIA
• Pay Method: Hourly
• Employee Type: Full Time
• Date Posted: 10/08/2026
• Hourly Rate: $22.00

This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the building (s) and floors’ common areas, lobbies, restrooms, offices and hallways by providing clean, sanitary, comfortable, orderly and satisfying surroundings for residents and employees. The custodian promotes sanitary conditions cleaning floors, walls, windows, furniture, appliances, bathrooms and fixtures.

This position will handle 200 units.

In order to qualify for this position an employee:

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English at least to the level of understanding the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan, the ability to read all safety and warning labels and follow verbal and written instructions.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and possess basic math skills.

Must have the ability to perform a variety of tasks often on short notice.

Must have the ability to handle a fast-paced, varied and busy work environment.

Must be able to work alone, to be self-motivated, organized and learn quickly.

Must be professional but friendly.

Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and possess positive teamwork attitude.

The Employee will be expected to:

Have adequate strength to perform continuous manual labor during an eight hour shift.

Have the ability to work on a continuous basis and be prompt.

Present a professional appearance according to the Employee handbook wearing the appropriate shoes and clothes. Maintain a neat and well-maintained attire, hair and appearance at all times.

Always comply with and follow the company safety program and policy. Immediately report unsafe conditions and any injury to your supervisor.

Keep all company and client information strictly confidential.

Maintain the highest set of standards of cleanliness and safety.

Conform to the rules and regulations of property management as set forth by California Residential Landlord/Tenant Statutes and Federal Fair Housing Laws.

Treat all temporary help, owners, tenants, vendors, contractors and any other person contacted on the telephone or in person in a friendly, personable and professional manner.

The Employee’s responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule.

Vacuum floors and furnishings, mopping hard surface floors, cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, cleaning walls and windows, cleaning and disinfecting kitchen and bathrooms, emptying and sanitizing waste baskets. Clean all air vents, damp mop all corridor floors, lobby, dining areas and others daily.

Operate various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc…If required, strip beds and gather all laundry for delivery to laundry service, make beds and set towels.

Maintain vacuums, cleaning caddies and supplies used to perform job. Record supply inventory as directed by supervisor. Inform supervisor when cleaning or house supplies are low.

Dust, vacuum and clean leasing office. Water plants in office and office building.

Report any needed repairs immediately to supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken windows, etc.)

Perform errands and special projects as requested by supervisor.

Observe established policies and procedures.

Perform other job duties including but not limited to grounds maintenance or other property management functions as needed and requested by supervisor.

Must regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. In addition, must also twist, balance, reach, bend, stretch, grasp, walk rapidly, climb stairs and ladders, and possess manual dexterity with both hands.

In some instances, the employee will:

Be required to be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Be asked to assist in the maintaining of another property in case of an emergency.

Perform such duties as may be requested from time to time by their supervisor or other corporate personnel.