Senior Custodian

Payroll Title:
CUSTODIAN SR Department:
HOUSING/DINING/HOSPITALITY Hiring Pay Scale
$25.00 hr. - $26.19/ Hour Worksite:
Campus Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
SX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm


#139726 Senior Custodian

Filing Deadline: Thu 5/28/2026
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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 05/19/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.


Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Join the Residential, Retail and Supply Chain Services (RRSS) team at UC San Diego, a dynamic and innovative campus department dedicated to delivering exceptional service to the university community. As a valued RRSS team member, you will be contributing to a broad and complex organization consisting of five key units: Housing, Dining and Hospitality (HDH), Integrated Procure-to-Pay Solutions (IPPS), the UC San Diego Bookstore, Triton Print & Digital Media, and the Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC). With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, RRSS aims to inclusively meet the diverse needs of the UC San Diego community while fostering a sense of belonging for our students and staff. As a member of the HDH team, you will be part of a self-funded unit with over 1,200 staff employees, over 2,000 student employees, and an annual operating budget of $371 million, providing housing and dining services to over 20,000 students, faculty, staff, and their families. At UC San Diego, we believe a job is more than just employment - it's a chance to be part of something meaningful. Along with competitive pay, we offer outstanding benefits, retirement plans, and a supportive environment that encourages both professional development and personal growth. Benefits begin on your first day!

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled cleaning of College Residences /Dining Halls facilities, bathrooms, kitchens, suites, and landings. Will operate vacuum cleaners and floor machines. Other duties include damp/dust mop, sweep, vacuum, shampoo carpet, wax and buff floors, empty trash, move and arrange furniture, wash windows, clean rooms, furniture, bathrooms, and appliances. Responsible for safeguarding assigned area's keys and care/operation of custodial supplies and equipment. Will respond to routine and emergency work requests from supervisor, staff, maintenance, Customer Service Center, and police department as needed. Will provide customer service to student residents and guests as needed. Work location is Dining Halls/student residence. Positive interaction with staff, residents, and guests is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Six (6) months of experience performing cleaning in a custodial cleaning operation or large multi-facility environment.
• Knowledge of appropriate cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and equipment (auto scrubbers, carpet extractors, floor buffers) used on a variety of residential floorings, upholstery, and fixtures.
• Ability to efficiently clean and maintain rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas while respecting resident privacy and property.
• Perform the essential functions with, or without, reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities, including assignment to special projects or new area assignments on short notice; willingness to work overtime or alternate hours as needs dictate; rapid response to routine and emergency service requests.
• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative partner with students, faculty, staff, and guests providing courteous, student-focused service.
• Demonstrated understanding of protocols for fire alarms, water leaks, bio hazard spills, and other emergencies that can arise in housing facilities.
• Basic computer skills to check email, approve time, and to complete electronic records as required.
• Ability to responsibly manage custodial keys, radios, and any resident related documentation, ensuring security and privacy.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• May be required to work overtime by supervisor with little or no advanced notice.
• Will be required to work alternate work hours and shifts.
• Must be physically able to perform physical labor for extended periods.

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $43,952 - $54,685 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)


Hourly Equivalent: $21.05 - $26.19


Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.


a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace