Day/Evening Custodian

Southwestern Community College District; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southwestern Community College District is seeking a Custodian to maintain buildings, furniture and equipment in a clean, safe and secure condition during day or evening hours. The role includes assisting maintenance staff and delivering supplies with a district vehicle.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least two years of custodial experience, with the ability to perform heavy physical labor and follow established safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school AND two (2) years’ experience as a custodian.
• Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• Applicants with foreign degrees must have coursework evaluated by a NACES member and submit the evaluation with the online application.

Responsibilities

• Receive and store custodial stock and supply items; check supply deliveries and verify accuracy.
• Process custodial supply requests and drive a District vehicle to deliver materials and supplies to off-campus sites.
• Repair and maintain custodial equipment for distribution.
• Sweep, scrub, mop, wax and buff floors; vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets; operate floor cleaning equipment.
• Clean and disinfect lavatories and fixtures; wash windows; dust and polish furniture and woodwork.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor, maintain buildings, furniture and equipment in a clean, sanitary, safe and secure condition during the assigned day or evening hours; assist maintenance staff with a variety of routine maintenance and repair of District equipment and facilities; drive a District vehicle to deliver materials and supplies to off-campus sites.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school AND Two (2) years’ experience as a custodian.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services(NACES). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with online application.

LICENSES AND REQUIREMENTS:

Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination if selected for position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Modern institutional cleaning methods, materials, safe work practices and equipment.
• Methods of cleaning and preserving floors, furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Basic inventory and record-keeping techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.

Ability to:

• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to pre-determined standards, safely and efficiently.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform repetitive tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Custodian

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Receive and store custodial stock and supply items; check supply deliveries and verify accuracy.
2. Process custodial supply requests for supplies, materials and equipment; drive a District vehicle to deliver materials and supplies to off-campus sites.
3. Repair and maintain custodial equipment for distribution.
4. Sweep, scrub, mop, wax and buff floors; vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets; operate equipment such as floor buffers and vacuum cleaners.
5. Clean and disinfect lavatories, toilets and other plumbing fixtures; wash windows; dust, wax and polish furniture and wood work.
6. Replace light bulbs; turn out lights and lock doors.
7. Report sanitary and safety hazards to the proper authorities.
8. Respond to immediate or emergency cleaning or repair requests.
9. Oversee and participate in the preparation and set up of rooms and facilities for special events, activities and meetings; move, arrange and deliver set-up items and equipment as necessary.

SALARY SCHEDULE: CSEA - Classified Bargaining Unit

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

Environment:

Indoor and outdoor environment. Work day, evening or variable hours. Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Physical:

Heavy lifting required to move furniture and equipment. Standing and walking for prolonged periods of time. Bending at the waist. Pushing, pulling and carrying equipment. Climbing ladders. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate power cleaning equipment. Seeing to perform proper and complete cleaning.

Hazards:

Cleaning chemicals and fumes.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE:

Any application received after the initial screening deadline is not guaranteed a review.

• October 5-18, 2026
  Position advertised; District receives applications.
• October 18, 2026
  Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration. Position is open until filled.
• October 26-November 6, 2026
  Reviewing of applications.
• November 9-20, 2026
  Search Committee interviews candidates
• December, 2026
  Tentative employment start date pending Governing Board approval.