Lead Custodian: Elevate Cleaning & Team Oversight

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start when you start

403(b) plan

Free and discounted commuter benefits

Tuition and training assistance

Job summary

SLAC is seeking a Custodian Lead to oversee custodial staff on site in California. The role requires leading routine cleaning tasks, teaching safety practices, and coordinating with supervisors to meet standards.

The position is essential and onsite only, with a Tuesday–Saturday shift (6:45am–3:15pm) and pay around $32.18 per hour. Placement follows the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement; internal promotions use CBA language.

Qualifications

• Two year’s previous custodial experience or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions and solve routine problems for custodians.
• Assign and explain tasks to workers based on instructions from supervisor.
• Inspect work for conformance with specifications.
• Train employees to meet quality and quantity standards.
• Advise supervisor of work progress.
• Promote adherence to safety rules.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety procedures

Custodial knowledge

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety protocols

Hazardous materials handling

Job description

SLAC is seeking a Custodian Lead to oversee custodial staff on site in California. The role requires leading routine cleaning tasks, teaching safety practices, and coordinating with supervisors to meet standards.

The position is essential and onsite only, with a Tuesday–Saturday shift (6:45am–3:15pm) and pay around $32.18 per hour. Placement follows the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement; internal promotions use CBA language.