Custodian I

Cuesta College; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuesta College is seeking a Custodian I to perform custodial work across its North County Paso Robles campus and related facilities. The role involves cleaning, disinfecting restrooms, vacuuming, mopping, window care, and basic maintenance to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of general work experience, with preference for custodial experience and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of general work experience; custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, equipment, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform custodial tasks in college buildings and offices.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain restrooms and common areas.
• Operate cleaning machines and tools; lift and move equipment as needed.
• Report safety hazards and maintain secure facilities.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

The positions will be at the North County, Paso Robles campus and will include 7.5. differental pay.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, perform custodial work in college buildings and offices; and to perform other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Custodian I class is distinguished from other classes in the Maintenance and Operations Series in that incumbents are responsible for all custodial work at the college.

The Custodian class promotes institutional effectiveness by ensuring that District facilities are maintained in a safe and clean working condition for all students, faculty, staff, and the community.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Who We Are

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

• Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
• The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
• Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html
• We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/index.html

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and organize custodial work;
• Clean and disinfect restrooms;
• Vacuum carpet floors;
• Wet and dry mop floors;
• Operate power vacuums, scrubbing and buffing machines, and shampooing machines;
• Clean, dust, and polish furniture, woodwork, lockers, walls, and metal work;
• Coat special hardwood gym floor; chemically clean, prep, tack, and apply finish;
• Clean and sweep walks, corridors, and entrances;
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains;
• Clean and wash windows and glass doors;
• Empty waste containers and carry out waste;
• Move and rearrange desks, chairs, tables, furniture, and other equipment;
• Replace light bulbs;
• Lubricate and service equipment used in the course of work;
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire prevention hazards;
• Secure buildings and turn off lights;
• Learn and implement safe work practices to meet safety standards;
• Use cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment for all phases of custodial services;
• Understand Hazard Communication Regulations and Material Safety Data Sheets;
• Perform heavy physical labor;
• Lift 100 pounds and/or carry 50 pounds;
• Stand for extended periods of time (mopping, scrubbing, shampooing, vacuuming and other related custodial work);
• Bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel, crawl;
• Reach in all directions;
• Work at heights;
• Ascend and descend ladder;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Essential functions of particular positions within classifications may vary because job duties may vary by work location.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

• Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Required

• One year of general work experience. Experience in custodial work preferred.

Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Modern cleaning methods, procedures, equipment, and materials;
• Requirements for maintaining buildings in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition;
• Requirements of Hazard Communication Regulation - "Right to Know";
• Requirements of respirator use;
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
• Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary;
• District policies and procedures.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties;
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
• Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
• Lift 100 pounds and/or carry 50 pounds;
• Bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel crawl;
• Reach in all directions;
• Work at heights;
• Ascend and descend ladder;
• Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates:

Required

• Valid driver’s license and eligible to obtain California driver’s license upon hire.

Cuesta College is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/community/publicsafety/crime-information/clery-act.html

Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html

Selected applicants will be invited to attend a Zoom interview on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.