Part-Time Custodian (Imperial Valley)

The California State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a part-time Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. This role performs a variety of custodial, maintenance, and support duties to ensure campus facilities are clean, functional, and ready for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, operating basic custodial equipment, and working on-site at SDSU Imperial Valley Campus with intermittent hours.

Qualifications

• Prior experience not required.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and methods.

Responsibilities

• Custodial services: clean classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas and entrances.
• Perform floor care, trash removal and restocking restrooms.
• Support post-construction cleanup, events, and campus operations.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Custodial work knowledge

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

General maintenance skills

Experience in custodial services

Tools

Ride-on floor machines

Carpet extractors

Floor buffers

Job description

Job no: 561463
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego - Imperial Valley, San Diego
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary

San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a part-time, service-oriented part-timeCustodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. This role performs a variety of custodial, maintenance, and support duties to ensure campus facilities are clean, functional, and ready for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Custodial Services
• Clean and maintain classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and building entrances.
• Perform floor care, furniture cleaning, trash and recycling removal, and replenishment of restroom supplies.
• Support post-construction cleanup, emergency response cleaning, and special custodial projects.
• Maintain windows, stairwells, exterior walkways, and other campus facilities to ensure a clean and professional appearance.
• Campus Closures & Special Support
• Perform deep cleaning projects during campus closures, including floor restoration, carpet cleaning, pressure washing, and room setup.
• Support conferences, special events, and other campus operational needs.
• Facility & Equipment Maintenance
• Perform minor facility and custodial equipment repairs and adjustments.
• Report building maintenance needs and assist with securing campus facilities.

Why Join Us?

• Help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for the campus community.
• Contribute to the daily operations of a vibrant university campus.
• Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to service excellence.

Position Information

• This is an intermittent hourly, temporary position with an appointment end date of June 30, 2027. Work hours are on an as-needed basis and will vary based on operational needs. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• The individual hired in this role will work on campus at our SDSU-Imperial Valley Campus.

Department Summary

SDSU Imperial Valley is an integral division of SDSU located 120 miles east of the San Diego Campus. SDSU Imperial Valley Sciences and Engineering Laboratories and are in Brawley, CA, providing access to laboratory, classrooms and research facilities and the school of nursing connects our faculty and students with more than 100 community partners throughout San Diego and Imperial Valley. The Brawley location is 24 miles north from Calexico site and also this site is falling with the scope of this position. The Calexico Physical Plant consists of approximately 8 acres, with 15 buildings.

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Education and Experience

Prior experience not required.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to lift and transport equipment, material and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance (in excess of 50 pounds with assistance).
• A working knowledge of the common methods, practices, equipment, and materials used in custodial work
• General knowledge of cleaning chemicals and methods of use; ability to make repairs to equipment to ensure good operating order.
• Prior experience in custodial services, maintenance services, or similar environment within the previous three years preferred.
• Prior experience using custodial floor equipment (ride on Zambonis or walk – behind floor machines, carpet extractors, buffers, floor sweepers and restroom equipment) within the previous two years preferred.

Licenses/Certifications Required

Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation

Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 5 ($21.62 per hour).
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $19.97 - $27.42 per hour(Step 1 – Step 17).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by September 15, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

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