Custodian- 2 Positions Available -Part-Time

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Educational Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CSU Long Beach is hiring part-time Custodians (0.50 FTE) in Long Beach, CA, to perform custodial, janitorial, and maintenance duties under supervision. The positions emphasize a clean, safe campus environment and responsive service to faculty, staff, and students.

Compensation is determined by the CSU salary schedule for part-time roles, with a 2026 program offering a monthly range of $1,730.50 to $2,376. This role requires a valid CA driver’s license and a strong commitment to a diverse,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repeated bending, stooping, lifting, reaching activities.
• Experience working in a university or large institution.
• Excellent customer skills and ability to interact with a diverse campus community.

Responsibilities

• Maintains neat and clean facilities for faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Removes Trash/Recycle paper, cardboard and various materials.
• Maintains facility safety procedures and security measures.
• Positive interaction and communication of custodial activities.
• Operates vacuums, buffers, autoscrubbers, and other cleaning equipment to maintain floors and exterior areas.

Skills

Cleanings techniques

Heavy lifting

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Operate cleaning equipment

Job description

Custodian- 2 Positions Available -Part-Time

Job No: 562018, Work Type: Staff, Location: Southern California: Long Beach, Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: PartTime

Join the vibrant community at California State University, LongBeach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers aninspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern Californialifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSUsystem-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for itscommitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academicand research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamicenvironment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastalrelaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenientaccess to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal placeto grow your career while enjoying everything Southern Californiahas to offer. Join the California State University (CSU) and explore careeropportunities that advance student success and strengthenCalifornia's future-offering competitive compensation,comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Custodial Servicesand immediate supervision of the Supervising Custodian, performscustodial, janitorial, and maintenance duties in assigned areas andother related work as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains neat and clean facilities for faculty, staff, andvisitors.
• Removes Trash/Recycle paper, cardboard and variousmaterials.
• Maintains facility safety procedures and securitymeasures.
• Positive interaction and communication of custodialactivities.
• Maintains and operates vacuums, wet/dry vacuums, buffers, autoscrubbers, blowers, etc. for maintaining carpets, tile floors, andexterior areas.

Department

BeachBuilding Services (BBS) at California State University LongBeach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As alarge, thriving department, BBS provides facilities basedcomprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics,activities and event services. These facilities contribute to awell-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, facultyand staff. BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic andtransformative educational and social events and programs that makeCSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and aleader among the CSU campuses.

Departments within BBS:

• Environmental Health and Safety
• Energy and Utilities
• Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations,Payroll/Personnel, IT Services)
• Planning and Sustainability
• Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm,Electrical and Plumbing Shops)
• Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and AutoShops)
• Grounds and Landscaping Services
• Custodial Services
• Design and Construction Services

Time Base

0.50 time-base,

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Custodian

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internalequity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range (Part-Time, 0.50 FTE): $1,730.50-$2,376 per month.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paidholidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERSdefined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiverprograms for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies byemployee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Confidential counseling and support services for employees andtheir families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,professional development opportunities, and insurance optionsincluding life, disability, and pet insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability toperform repeated bending, stooping, lifting, reaching activities.I.e. pushing/pulling fully loaded custodial carts, reaching toclean blackboards, bending and stooping to do spot cleaning, emptytrash cans, etc. Ability to read, speak, and understand at a levelappropriate to the position. Experience working in a university orlarge institution. Good interpersonal communication skills.Excellent customer skills. Ability to get along with a diversecampus community. Ability to operate power cleaning equipment. Usecustodial systems such as those to track work orders and two-wayradios for communication Ability to organize work assignments and custodial closets. Abilityto communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campuscommunity. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures,and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility,information security, and non-discrimination policies andprocedures. Ability to contribute to a positive universityexperience for each and every student and assist in achieving theuniversity's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Solid work history.

Schedule

Friday 7:00pm- 11:00pm Saturday 5:00pm- 1:30am Sunday2:00pm- 10:30pm

Licenses / Certificates

Valid California driver's license required.

Physical Summary

Heavy work - Job involves lifting more than 40 pounds. Approximately half of the incumbent's time will be spent walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, or climbing.

Additional Information

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions(i.e. H-1B Visas). A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX ofthe Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the CaliforniaEquity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferentialtreatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civilityand respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access orrequiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Application Closes

28 October 2026