Sr. Custodian

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The IRD for this job is: 07-09-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.


DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

IPhysical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital planning and space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions. The University's main campus is spread across more than 2,000 acres and includes over 500 buildings comprising more than 8 million square feet. The department includes operating budgets of over $48 million, manages a capital project portfolio of approximately $500 million, and employs nearly 300 full-time staff to carry forth the duties necessary for the campus' development and operation.

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JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, the Senior Custodian is responsible for unskilled and semi-skilled cleaning and general maintenance duties, including housekeeping of offices, classrooms, laboratories, residential areas, auditoriums, restrooms, and other designated public areas of campus buildings and properties. The incumbent responds to campus-wide custodial emergencies and work orders such as spills, broken glass, bodily fluids, emergency restroom cleaning, restocking, etc. When performing custodial duties, the Senior Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness of assigned areas, individually and as part of a team.


APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $25.02/hourly
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Evenings, Nights

Employee Classification: Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Service Employees (SX)

Job Code Classification: CUSTODIAN SR (005116)

Travel: Never or Rarely


JOB DUTIES

40% - Daily Custodial Duties

• Sweep, mop, scrub, dust, clean, and vacuum floor surfaces in hallways, corridors, stairs, lounges, outside steps, terraces, window sills, and other designated areas using a variety of cleaning solutions and supplies.
• Clean and disinfect restroom and shower room fixtures, air vents, shower curtains, and drains.
• Empty wastebaskets and other receptacles.
• Unstop minor drain blockages.
• Wash glass and trim on entrance doors.
• Receive and stock custodial supplies.
• Report items that need repair.
• Rearrange or move furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment, as directed.
• Collect recycling from inside buildings and discard it at a designated location.
• Drive a University vehicle to transport cleaning materials and tools between campus work areas.

25% - Periodic Custodial Duties

• Clean woodwork, light fixtures, Venetian blinds, radiators, grills, ducts, walls, blackboards, washing machines, dryers, and other types of equipment.
• Wax and polish furniture.
• Operate floor buffers, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, waxers, and floor scrubbing and polishing machines during stripping, waxing, buffing, and other related cleaning operations.

25% - Miscellaneous Custodial Duties

• Spot-clean carpets, upholstered furniture, draperies, and other designated materials.
• Make beds, change linens, towels, etc.
• Wash interior windows and exterior windows where accessible without a ladder.
• Use cleaning compounds according to directions indicated on labels.
• Read and understand chemical safety information and warning signs.
• Act as a work leader for a small group of custodians
• Interact with campus staff and visitors regarding assigned duties as needed.

10% - Building Security Duties

• Lock and unlock buildings according to written instructions.
• Carry out emergency procedures (communicating with Fire and Police personnel), and evacuate buildings in the event of a fire or other disasters.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience in the use of custodial equipment and tools such as vacuum cleaners, powered floor polishers, industrial carpet cleaners, mops, carts, buckets, personal protective equipment, etc.
• Knowledge of proper and safe use of custodial equipment, chemicals, tools, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate and follow oral and written instructions, read manuals, signs, and labels.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Skill in prioritizing workload to meet daily schedule.
• Ability to accommodate changing priorities and complete tasks despite intermittent interruptions.
• Ability to carry and operate technology, including tablets and cell phones along with the use of programs and applications.
• Knowledge of procedures related to building safety.
• Ability to safeguard keys issued, which are necessary for assigned areas.
• Ability to incorporate the concepts of sustainability into daily work efforts.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California and participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.
• Must have the ability to: operate a vacuum, floor scrubber, and polisher; use cleaning chemical compounds; perform essential custodial duties including dumping bags into dumpster or moving equipment and materials with or without accommodations.
• Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here .

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, 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

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.


NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at: .

This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io.


EEO/AA

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy .

It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.