Custodian (Multiple positions)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,068 - 55,253; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition waiver

Retirement savings

Job summary

California State University, Northridge is seeking custodians to provide general cleaning and custodial care for campus buildings. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in various facilities, safeguarding areas, and responding to emergencies. The role offers full-time hours with a pay range of $3680 to $4951 per month, alongside medical and retirement benefits. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and undergo a background check.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Ability to read and write at an appropriate level.
• Experience using custodial systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas including offices and laboratories.
• Safeguard assigned areas by locking and unlocking doors.
• Respond to custodial emergencies.

Skills

Basic knowledge of custodial methods

Ability to follow instructions

Operation of custodial equipment

Physical activity proficiency

Communication skills

Job description

Custodian (Multiple positions)

Custodian assigned to provide general cleaning and custodial care for campus buildings and adjacent areas including offices, classrooms, laboratories, auditoriums, gymnasiums, locker rooms, showers, restrooms, student residences, walkways, and workshops.

Major Duties

• Work assignments include cleaning and maintaining assigned areas: dusting all surfaces; removing trash and recyclables; cleaning and disinfecting restrooms and replenishing supplies; cleaning glass doors, windows, blinds; removing gum and graffiti; cleaning furniture and upholstery; cleaning light fixtures and HVAC air diffusers; polishing woodwork and metal surfaces; cleaning interior and exterior stairwells, walkways, and elevators.
• Cleans and maintains campus floors, including sweeping, dry and/or wet mopping; stripping, sealing, waxing, and polishing floors; vacuuming; spot and full cleaning of carpets; responding to custodial emergencies; gathering and delivering trash and recyclables to central aggregation areas.
• Safeguards assigned areas from unauthorized use by locking and unlocking doors and windows; arranging and setting up furniture, equipment, and related items; identifying and organizing necessary work materials and equipment; operating and maintaining powered equipment, tools, supplies, and materials needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work; familiarity with cleaning solutions and chemicals and proper usage for safety.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the duties; follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety; operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies.
• Use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication; observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods; perform work involving regular physical activity; establish and maintain cooperative work relationships.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• University offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement and savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 2010 / Custodian.
• Anticipated hiring rate $3680; salary range $3680 - $4951 per month.
• Hours: Full time 40 hours per week; 4:00 pm – 12:30 am, Monday through Friday.
• Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• This job opening has been re-posted and will remain open until filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily; failure may affect application status or continued employment.
• The person holding this position may be a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act; required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• California State University, Northridge is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B visas; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability, Gender, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy, Race or Ethnicity, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services.