Custodian

Salary : $53,246.80 - $71,787.37 Annually
Location : Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA
Job Type: Classified Staff
Job Number: O-005-27
Division: Orange Coast College
Department: Admin/M&O/Cust
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Definition
(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)
Orange Coast College (OCC) is seeking equity-minded individuals for a classified employee role as a Custodian under the Administrative Services Wing, as part of the Maintenance and Operations Department.
THE COLLEGE -
Orange Coast College's 164-acre campus is located in Costa Mesa, just minutes from Southern California's beautiful beaches, with its main campus in Costa Mesa and a campus in Newport Beach (Waterfront Campus). Orange Coast College (OCC) was founded in 1947 with the mission to serve the educational needs of a diverse local and global community. The College empowers students to achieve their goals by providing high-quality, culturally responsive, and innovative programs and services through pathways leading to degrees, transfers, certificates, foundational skills, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The College promotes student development, learning, and equitable outcomes by fostering a respectful, inclusive, caring, and participatory campus climate of student engagement and academic inquiry. Ideal candidates for this position will share OCC's dedication to transforming lives through education, with a strong commitment to serving a diverse and vibrant student population. We currently enroll 17,859 students, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations: 38% of OCC's students are Latinx, 2% are African-American, 23% are Asian, less than 1% are Native American, 29% are White, and 6% are multiracial. As a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an eligibility designation as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), Orange Coast College reflects the dynamic diversity in the region.
Orange Coast College (OCC) engages in a wide range of collaborative efforts aimed at fostering a culture of educational excellence and inclusivity. With a commitment to providing high-quality academic programs and student-centered support services, OCC creates an environment where all students can thrive. As a diverse and globally-minded institution, the college takes pride in initiatives that empower student communities by promoting cultural synergy across departments, including the Office of Student Equity, the Global Engagement Center, and the Multicultural Center.

OCC is a recognized leader in preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions and holds the prestigious designations of both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The college also boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is the first community college in Southern California to offer on-campus residential housing with over 300 apartment units, further enhancing the student experience.

Orange Coast College Employee-Student Demographic Information

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THE DEPARTMENT: Custodial Services

Orange Coast College's Maintenance and Operations Department has worked to develop a management process for Custodial Services operations that allows them to quantify cleaning costs based on stakeholder expectations and realistic deliverables. OCC has done extensive Facility Assessment work-loading to each building to establish an adequate baseline. From this workload, we have identified opportunities to adopt best practices and optimize the cleaning process. The last part of the assessment was a quality control component that allows management to assess the impact(s) and improvements generated by this process. It will also allow for continued improvement as situations change. The work completed by OCC on this project provides a road map for future facilities management decisions as they relate to staffing, capital equipment requirements, and overall budget requirements.
The outcome of the assessment is that Custodial Services now operates under HHPC as a full operating Team Cleaning Operation. Under HHPC evening operations, staff work with state-of-the-art cleaning technology that staff uses to provide high levels of productivity. Custodial Services has 5 Cleaning Teams, each of which has five full-time employees, who together clean all of Orange Coast College's 1.1 million square feet of cleanable space, including the Coast Community College District Office and Waterfront Campus.


ABOUT THE DISTRICT
The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes , , and OrangeThe three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services. Coastline, Golden West, and Orange Coast colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs. Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. The Coast Community College District values diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism by creating a culture of inclusive excellence that uplifts employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & IMPACT

The Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline) continues to strengthen its efforts around diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism. Orange Coast College is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible. We have a strong focus on and the importance of building an inclusive culture and atmosphere of belonging.

• Orange Coast College - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Page
• Vision, Mission, Values, and Governance
• Educational Master Plan (2021-2027)

Ideal candidates for this position will share OCC's commitment to transforming lives through education, with a strong commitment to serving a diverse and vibrant student and employee population.

Summary Performs a variety of work in connection with the custodial and grounds cleanup at a designated campus containing classrooms, libraries, laboratories, public gathering areas, offices, conference rooms, and related facilities.

Distinguishing Career Features
The Custodian is part of a Custodial career path and is capable of being assigned to any work schedule at one or more campus locales. Custodians require a demonstrated ability to work independently adjusting standing work assignments to blend with campus needs, document MSD Sheets, and operate all equipment used in custodial work including floor care, replenish dispensers, and clean fixtures to meet sanitation requirements. Advancement potential exists for Senior Custodian and skilled maintenance positions based on position openings and compliance with job qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Specific duties may vary among departments, divisions, and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following kinds of duties, as assigned:

• Cleans, dusts, and disinfects restrooms and locker rooms including floors, stalls, toilets, urinals, and fixtures. Removes trash and waste. Cleans trash receptacles and replaces liners. Replenishes soap and towel dispensers.
• Cleans public entry and use areas including, but not limited to hallways, stairways, and meeting rooms. Cleans and disinfects drinking fountains, door handles, and door push plates.
• Sweeps and mops hard floors and baseboards, spot cleaning as necessary, and wet mopping on a regularly scheduled basis. Vacuum and spot clean carpeted areas.
• Performs regularly scheduled cleaning of classroom, laboratory, public gathering, conference, and office areas including, but not limited to furniture, fixtures, and boards.
• Maintains a safe and clean walkway and grounds surrounding the assigned area. Picks up litter. Empties and cleans outdoor trash.
• Rearranges, moves, and sets furniture and equipment in place, according to established instructions and seating arrangements. May assist others in assembling furniture, removing from and properly disposing of packaging materials.
• Sets up and takes down seating and equipment for various events, including theater and athletic venue use. May set up special equipment such as barriers, benches, bleachers, floor mats, and other equipment.
• Participates in major cleaning projects that include, but are not limited to, carpet cleaning and floor stripping and refinishing.
• Secures internal and external entry and exit doors, ensuring that windows and lights are locked and off.
• Communicates the need for work order requests for maintenance services to a Senior Custodian, supervisor, or other designated resource. Documents work activities and unanticipated occurrences.
• Checks and records emergency eye wash and shower stations, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and emergency telephones for proper functioning or stock.
• Inspects equipment used on a regular basis for function and required servicing. Makes minor repairs and arranges for complex repairs.
• May perform routine minor servicing and maintenance to fixtures such as, but not limited to minor plumbing adjustments, oiling of door hinges and wall panel glide tracks, tightening of loose fixtures, repair of electrical cords, repair or replacement of dispensers, and minor carpet repairs.
• Maintains a safe working environment in the assigned area(s), notifying the appropriate resources of safety hazards observed and/or taking action to mitigate or eliminate potential hazardous conditions.
• Ensures that secondary containers for cleaning and other products are properly labeled. Follows Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) instructions for handling and disposal of custodial products.
• Reviews, orders, and maintains custodial supplies ensuring expenditures remain within the parameters of the supervisor-determined budget.
• Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objectives of the position. 18. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Knowledge and Skills

• The position requires thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial care and routine facilities maintenance.
• Requires basic knowledge of daily college schedules, routines, and events.
• Requires working knowledge of and skill at operating custodial cleaning equipment.
• Requires working knowledge of work hazards and safe work techniques, including lifting procedures.
• Requires basic knowledge of chemical reactions and proper safety precautions for use.
• Requires basic knowledge of fixture, repairs.
• Requires sufficient reading and writing ability to read work instructions and document work activity onto standardized forms.
• Requires sufficient human relations skill to work with other Custodians and exercise courtesy when dealing with others.

Abilities

• Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
• Must be able to observe all safety precautions and procedures.
• Must be able to operate and maintain tools and equipment in a working condition.
• Requires the ability to perform routine maintenance tasks and to be able to determine when to refer more complex maintenance requirements to a supervisor.
• Requires the ability to follow oral and written directions and to work independently and collaboratively.
• Must be able to apply District policies and procedures.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies.
• Requires the ability to work various work shifts to support cleaning routines, special projects, and events.
• Requires the ability to obtain district-sponsored Hazardous Materials Awareness training.
• May require the ability to obtain a First Aid and CPR card within a reasonable time.

Physical Abilities

• The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
• Essential functions will vary by position.
• As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Education and Experience

• The position typically requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of prior custodial experience.

AND

• Evidence of demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic, gender, gender identity, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. (California Code of Regulations Title 5 53022; Education Code Section 87360; Coast Community College District EEO Plan).

Licenses

• May require a valid driver's license

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors where significant health and safety considerations exist from physical labor and handling of or proximity to materials that include septic and toxic substances.

Conditions of Employment

• Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time.

(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)
This is a permanent, general-funded, full-time, 12-month per year classified position. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Thursday, 9:30 pm to 6:00 am, and Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the department's needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, and life insurance for the employee. (Salary Schedule: EE-110 + 7.5% graveyard shift differential)

Please note that job offers are conditional and are contingent upon the successful completion of a satisfactory comprehensive background check (including Livescan fingerprinting), satisfactory references, and approval or ratification by the District's Board of Trustees or the Chancellor.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay Philosophy:

Through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, Coast Community College District delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur on July 1 of each year for all Educational Administrator employees.
The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following before employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense. (Clearance must be received before the first day of employment.)
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Application Requirements:

A complete application includes:

*Documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered*

• A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
• Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).

The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026. Incomplete applications and application materials submitted by U.S. mail will not be considered. You may seek in-person assistance with the online application by making an appointment with human resources. All applications must be submitted online before the deadline to be considered.


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Reasonable Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Additional Information
Selection Procedure

• All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation will be invited to an interview.
• If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
• During the interview, candidates may be asked to conduct a short oral demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise or a hands-on practical.
• Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
• The search committee will rate the candidate's responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating, several candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
• The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final candidate. The district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
• The start date will be determined based on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.

Employment Information

• To be considered in the initial committee review, all materials requested in this vacancy notice must be received no later than the filing deadline. Submission of all application materials is the responsibility of the applicant. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews. The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve. The College does not return materials submitted in the application for a position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
TITLE IX NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

The 2025 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides the crime statistics for calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024, which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.


Title IX & Sex Discrimination
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision

We know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's Anthem Blue Cross PPO plan as well as three HMO's, Blue Shield Access Plus, Blue Shield TRIO, and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance.
Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week. Benefits are not available to employees working less than 20 hours per week, temporary, hourly, or other short-term employees.
District-paid Life Insurance

The District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by VOYA. This district-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70. At age 70, your benefit is reduced to half.
District-paid Disability Benefits

Coast Community College District provides both a short-term disability benefit and long-term disability benefit to employees working 20 or more hours per week who are unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.
Voluntary Plans

A variety of voluntary plans are offered through the Coast Community College District to benefits-eligible employees such as Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, MetLife (Hyatt) Legal Plan, and other Section 125 compliant insurance plans.
Enrich Your Profession


Professional Development Programs The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.
Sabbatical Leaves


Faculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.
Academic Senate


The Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.
Time to Refuel

Vacation - Classified employees earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Confidential, Educational Administrators, and Classified Managers earn 22 days of vacation each fiscal year. Accrued vacation is prorated for all employee categories working less than full-time.
Sick Leave - All contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement pension benefit.
Holidays - The Coast Community College District observes 22 paid holidays per year.
Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military Leave - Coast Community College District grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.
Great Expectations

Pension Plans - The Coast Community College District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.
Medical Benefits After Retirement - It is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees, who retire from the District at age 60 or older and with fifteen or more years of service, be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement plan is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.
Annuities - The Coast Community College District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of their salary deposited to a 403b tax-sheltered annuity plan or an approved 457 deferred compensation plan.
Schools First Federal Credit Union - The Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.
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How have you demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic, gender, gender identity, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students?
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Describe a time when you had to do a task you didn't enjoy. How did you approach it?
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Share about a time you helped a coworker or stepped in to support your team, even if it wasn't your assigned area.
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Please tell us what custodial equipment you are familiar with and what the equipment was used for (for example: sweepers, buffers, extractors, etc.).
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If you're running behind or unable to complete your assigned work, what would you do?
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I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following:1. A completed Coast Community College District Online Employment Application2. Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they willbe carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for aninterview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes
• No

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Please confirm that all responses provided in this application are your own original work and were not generated or assisted by artificial intelligence tools or software. By answering 'Yes,' you attest to the authenticity of your responses.

• Yes
• No

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