Senior Custodian

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) is hiring custodians to maintain exceptional custodial services across its expansive facilities. The ideal candidates will possess custodial experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high standards of service.

Applicants should be available to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. A background check and physical examination are required as part of the employment process. Join our team and contribute to maintaining a clean and safe environment at UCLA!

Qualifications

• Six months of previous custodial experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of custodial cleaning equipment required.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highest quality of custodial services.
• Follow safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Work various shifts including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Custodial Experience

Knowledge of cleaning equipment

Oral communication skills in English

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of safe work practices

Education

High School

Tools

Custodial tools

Job description

Department Summary

We provide Custodial Services for UCLA's over 12.5 million combined state supported and client requested square footage. We cater to all areas of our University, including specialized areas such as vivarium, recreational facilities, wet and dry laboratories and patient care areas. To make this all run smoothly, it takes a team of dedicated and trained custodians to provide our customers with the highest level of service while meeting their needs 7 days a week.

Position Summary

We provide Custodial Services for UCLA's over 12.5 million combined state supported and client requested square footage. We cater to all areas of our University, including specialized areas such as vivarium, recreational facilities, wet and dry laboratories and patient care areas. To make this all run smoothly, it takes a team of dedicated and trained custodians to provide our customers with the highest level of service while meeting their needs 7 days a week.

Salary & Compensation

UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Custodial Experience – Six months of previous custodial experience. (Preferred)
• Equipment – Working knowledge of all aspects of custodial cleaning and/or general maintenance duties and services. (Required)
• Equipment – Working knowledge of equipment utilized by custodial staff, e.g. vacuum cleaner and various mopping, sweeping, dusting tools. (Required)
• Equipment – Working knowledge of proper use of various floor care machines utilized by custodial staff, e.g. stripping machine, waxer/buffer, water pick-ups, etc. (Preferred)
• Ability to maintain highest quality of custodial services at a level consistent with University and department standards. (Required)
• Oral communications skills in English to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information. (Required)
• Skill in reading standard English text in order to follow through on written orders, read labels on cleaning products, or instructions on equipment, and carry out assignments in a safe manner. (Required)
• Skill in writing simple English words and phrases using correct grammar and spelling to complete notes to Leads/Supervisors that are easy to comprehend. (Required)
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments. (Required)
• Working knowledge of standard safe work practices, procedures, and methodologies. (Required)Ability to consistently report to work on time, prepared to perform the duties of the position and maintain good attendance. (Required)
• Ability to work overtime and weekends. (Required)
• Ability to work various shifts. (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and a positive and respectful attitude with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers and visitors. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• High School (Preferred)
• Possession of a Valid California Driver's License if required to operate a University vehicle. 100 (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
• Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Schedule

Evenings: 5:30 p.m.-2:00 a.m. Mon-Fri (primary), Wed-Sun 3:00 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; limited AM availability

Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service