Custodian

Compensation: Salary Grade: CS110
Minimum starting rate: $16.53/hour
Final offer will be based on relevant experience and other applicable factors.

Instructions to Applicants: A complete application package must include the following required documents. Please upload documents to the Resume Drop Box section of your application. Incomplete application packages will not be reviewed.

Resume*

* Your resume must fully document your experience. For each position include job title, description of duties and responsibilities, employment start and end dates (month and year), AND hours worked per week. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications or experience.

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Employment Type:

Regular

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Summary

The Custodian performs detailed custodial and manual work in the daily care and cleaning of SFCC facilities and buildings. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitized, and presentable to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all occupants.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleans, sanitizes, disinfects, and details restrooms, locker rooms, classrooms, offices, lab areas, drinking fountains, conference rooms, common areas, and shower areas.
• Empties and cleans wastebaskets and trash receptacles to maintain a tidy environment.
• Dusts and cleans furniture, woodwork, ceiling lights (high and low), doors, windows, and air supply vents as needed.
• Washes windows, cleans blinds, and sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors.
• Handles spills and broken glass with care and performs carpet extraction as needed to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Moves furniture and rearranges classrooms, meeting rooms, and conference rooms.
• Refills dispensers and restocks supplies, loads and unloads custodial supplies, and maintains the custodial closet in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assists in snow removal from entrances, sidewalks, and exits to maintain safe access.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of proper use and care of custodial equipment and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment, including but not limited to vacuum cleaners and floor-cleaning machines.
• Ability to use hand and power tools related to custodial work.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communication.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No minimum education required; prior custodial experience is not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous custodial or facilities cleaning experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Considerable physical activity. Requires lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part of job.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Schedule Designation:

• This position is based on-site in Santa Fe, NM.
• Typical shift is 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; may change based on operational needs.

Best Consideration Date: 9/11/2026

Notice of Background Check and Education Verification:

All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon a successful completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.

EEO Statement:

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

ADA Statement:

The SFCC is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

SFCC Recruiting Statement:

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic-serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico. We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff. SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone. SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff. Join the SFCC team in working to empower students and strengthen community!

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