Senior Custodian – Campus Cleaning & Facilities Lead

University of California, Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

The Senior Custodian role at University of California, Santa Cruz focuses on maintaining interior and exterior areas at the 2120 Delaware Apartment Complex. Working to APPA Level 2 standards, this position handles advanced custodial tasks, basic grounds support, and waste handling, acting as a quality control point for daily operations.

Salary is budgeted between $27.60 and $29.29 per hour with full benefits. The work is on-site at UCSC Main Campus with 100% time commitment and day shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience using custodial equipment such as vacuums and floor machines.
• Knowledge of safe handling of cleaning chemicals and tools.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and APPA level standards.
• Strong communication and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced custodial services in lobbies, hallways, restrooms and shared spaces.
• Maintain floors via vacuuming, sweeping and damp mopping with regular cleaning cycles.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces and keep restrooms sanitary with stocked supplies.
• Monitor exterior areas, ensure waste segregation and assist with event setup.
• Conduct routine inspections and operate custodial equipment safely.

Skills

Custodial equipment

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor polishers

Carpet cleaners

Mops & carts

Job description

The Senior Custodian role at University of California, Santa Cruz focuses on maintaining interior and exterior areas at the 2120 Delaware Apartment Complex. Working to APPA Level 2 standards, this position handles advanced custodial tasks, basic grounds support, and waste handling, acting as a quality control point for daily operations.

Salary is budgeted between $27.60 and $29.29 per hour with full benefits. The work is on-site at UCSC Main Campus with 100% time commitment and day shifts.