Housing Custodian

The California State University; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & Vision coverage

Life Insurance & disability

CalPERS retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Job summary

The California State University, Fullerton is seeking a Housing Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across the housing facilities. The role involves custodial duties in restrooms, kitchens, and common areas, with routine floor and carpet care, graffiti removal, and furniture setup for events.

Ideal candidates have custodial experience, ability to follow safety procedures, and the physical capacity to move furniture, lift up to fifty pounds, and operate cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, kitchens, common areas, offices, and other spaces.
• Operates custodial equipment and uses cleaning chemicals safely.
• Removes trash, replenishes supplies, and performs routine maintenance and minor repairs.

Skills

Custodial experience

Reading & writing

Safety compliance

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Power washers

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Housing Custodian

Classification

Custodian

Auto Req. ID

563085

Salary Range

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,461 - $4,107 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Depending on the operational needs of the department, alternative shift times may be available; 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Saturday - Sunday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM).

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

Housing and Residential Engagement within the Division of Student Affairs at Cal State Fullerton provides a safe, inclusive living environment for students that supports learning, personal growth, and community, empowering Titans to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. You will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, attend educational, cultural, and social programs, and interact more closely with faculty and university staff members. Cal State Fullerton currently provides residence hall and apartment style living for approximately 2,000 students that is safe, clean, and very convenient. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Housing-Custodial Services team as the Housing Custodian. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the assigned manager/supervisor, the Housing Custodian performs custodial and cleaning duties in and around assigned buildings within the housing community. Cleans and disinfects restrooms, kitchens, common areas, offices, meeting spaces, floors, carpets, furniture, fixtures, and other assigned areas. Operates custodial equipment and uses cleaning chemicals and safety equipment in accordance with established procedures. Removes trash and debris, replenishes supplies, performs floor and carpet care, power washes surfaces, and removes graffiti, gum, and cobwebs. Performs routine custodial related maintenance and minor repairs, including changing light bulbs and maintaining equipment. Supports special projects and events by setting up spaces, moving furniture, and completing laundry and linen services. Uses assigned technology to receive and complete work assignments, submit leave requests, complete required training, and assess and respond to work orders. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Basic knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work. Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety. Ability to operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position. Ability to use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication. Ability to perform work involving regular physical activity, observe safety requirements, and adhere to safe work practices and methods. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative work relationships. Position may require the ability to safely move up to fifty pounds and/or possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous commercial custodial experience in an educational environment.

Requires extended periods of walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching overhead, and climbing ladders. Requires pushing and pulling custodial carts, sweeping, operating vacuum cleaners and other custodial equipment, and moving furniture and supplies. Work involves exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, dirt, and other environmental conditions commonly associated with custodial work. Employees may be required to work indoors and outdoors and in varying environmental conditions. The position requires access to residential facilities and the use of a master key. A live scan is required.

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring anynewH-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Oct 15 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 29 2026 Pacific Daylight Time