Lead Custodian

CSU Channel Islands; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands seeks a Lead Custodian to supervise custodial staff, coordinate daily cleaning operations, and ensure safety compliance across campus facilities.

You will train custodians, inspect work, manage supplies, handle event setup, and respond to cleaning emergencies. A valid California driver’s license and ability to operate motor vehicles are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of custodial methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment; safety/sanitation practices.
• Ability to provide lead direction and feedback on work performance.
• Read/write English at a level appropriate for duties; follow instructions.
• Defensive Driver Training required; ability to operate a motor vehicle in CA.

Responsibilities

• Train custodians in duties, practices, and equipment safety.
• Assign, review, and inspect work; complete inspection forms.
• Perform full range of custodial tasks and report needs.
• Maintain areas, clean surfaces, disinfect restrooms, and replenish supplies.
• Clean floors, carpets, and furniture; operate floor cleaning equipment.
• Support custodial emergencies and events; set up and clean up.

Skills

Lead work direction

English literacy

Job description

Lead Custodian

Job no: 563363
Work type: Staff
Location: Channel Islands
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Facilities Services

Lead Custodian

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Train and instruct custodians in the performance of their duties, including appropriate custodial practices and techniques, and the safe use of equipment and materials. Assign, review, and inspect the work of assigned staff, including completing inspection forms. Complete daily labor cards, report absences and provide input to employee evaluations. Perform full range of custodial work. Identify and report equipment, supply, and repair needs; identify and order necessary supplies and materials. Work to include cleaning and maintaining areas, including such activities as dusting and cleaning all surfaces; removing trash and recyclables; clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish supplies; clean glass doors, windows, and blinds; clean off graffiti; clean furniture, upholstery and light fixtures; polish woodwork and metal surfaces. Use a variety of methods to disinfect and sanitize surfaces and touchpoints, including approved protocols such as fogging, to mitigate viral infection and outbreaks. Clean stairwells, walkways, and elevators, and perform general housekeeping. Clean and maintain campus floors, including sweeping; dry and/or wet mop; strip, seal, wax, and polish floors; vacuum; spot and full clean carpets; use and care for powered floor cleaning equipment. Provide custodial support, including activities such as responding to custodial/cleaning emergencies; gather and deliver recyclables to areas of central aggregation; safeguard assigned areas from unauthorized use and access by locking and unlocking doors and windows. Arrange and set up furniture, equipment, and related items. Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and furniture, such as oiling doors, tightening screws, and replacing foots on chairs and tables. Provide general campus support by reporting facility repair needs identified during custodial rounds. Serve as a special event custodian; participate and coordinate custodial support for campus events, including set up and clean up. Identify and organize necessary work materials and equipment, which may include loading and unloading cleaning supplies, and materials. Operate and maintain appropriate hand and powered equipment and tools, supplies, and materials to perform assigned duties. Will be required to use a motor vehicle, such as a truck or electric cart to transport custodial equipment, materials, and supplies. May drive pick-ups and other automotive equipment in performance of assigned duties; provide lead work direction to unskilled assistants.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge: Demonstrate working knowledge of the methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work and of the safety and sanitation practices and measures required. Working knowledge of effective leads/supervisory practices and techniques.

Abilities: Ability to provide lead work direction, including others in proper work methods and safety, and provide feedback on work performance. Read and write English at a level appropriate for the duties of the position. Follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety; operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position; use custodial systems such as two-way radios for communication. Working knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work is required. Observe safety requirements and safe work practices andmethods as required. Use computers to track work orders and order supplies and materials. Establish, promote and maintain cooperative work relationships with others; and analyze situations and take appropriate action. Ability to successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program; must have the ability to provide proof of eligibility to lawfully operate a motor vehicle in the state of California.

Experience: Prior experience, which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities described above and which has included providing on-the-job training and leadership to others. Typicaly, this would require one to two years of related custodial experience.

Working Conditions: Ability to accommodate a work schedule that varies according to operational needs which may include evening and weekend hours. This position requires full range of motion and a variety of movements necessary to perform strenuous manual labor, including but not limited to lifting and moving moderate sized equipment up to 50 lbs, bending, climbing, reaching, and applying force; work may involve exposure to hazardous materials.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess interpersonal skills in order to interact and communicate effectively with all management, staff, and co-workers. Ability to interpret a wide variety of written rules and regulations.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Please note:California State University, Channel Islands (CSUCI) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants may be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Hiring Salary: $3,596 - $4,384 per month

Advertised: October 30, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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