Evening/Night Senior Custodian & Team Lead

University of California, Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,042 - 56,202; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mid-Level benefits

Job summary

University of California, Santa Cruz seeks a Senior Custodian to perform cleaning and maintenance across campus facilities, including offices, classrooms, labs, and residential areas. Responsibilities include handling custodial emergencies, stocking supplies, and leading a small team.

The role includes night shifts (5:00 pm–2:00 am) and occasional travel on campus. Qualifications include experience with custodial equipment, safety practices, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with custodial equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of proper and safe use of custodial chemicals and tools.
• Effective communication skills; ability to follow instructions and signs.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet daily schedule.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to use tablets and cell phones and related apps.
• Knowledge of building safety procedures.
• Ability to safeguard keys issued for areas.
• Ability to incorporate sustainability concepts into daily work.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming in offices, classrooms, and public areas.
• Periodic duties such as waxing, polishing, and operating floor machines.
• Miscellaneous duties including bed making, linen changes, and safety compliance.
• Building security duties including locking/unlocking and emergency procedures.

Skills

Custodial equipment

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Independent work

Prioritization

Adaptability

Tech literacy

Sustainability awareness

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor scrubbers

Industrial carpet cleaners

Polishers

Job description

University of California, Santa Cruz seeks a Senior Custodian to perform cleaning and maintenance across campus facilities, including offices, classrooms, labs, and residential areas. Responsibilities include handling custodial emergencies, stocking supplies, and leading a small team.

The role includes night shifts (5:00 pm–2:00 am) and occasional travel on campus. Qualifications include experience with custodial equipment, safety practices, and strong communication.