Custodian

Type of Appointment: Full Time, Probationary

Job Classification: Custodian


Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,461 - $3,898

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

THE DEPARTMENT:

University Housing Services (UHS), a department within the Division of Student Affairs, provides a comprehensive residential experience for more than 2,800 students living in on-campus housing communities. UHS oversees residential life, business operations, facilities management, conference services, and information systems. The department manages an annual operating budget of approximately $30 million, invests more than $2 million annually in capital improvements, and employs 50 full-time staff members supported by approximately 150 student employees and student leaders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean and maintain residence halls' restrooms/showers; clean and polish sinks, clean and disinfect commodes, clean and disinfect urinals, clean mirrors, dust, remove graffiti, clean partitions, sweep and mop quarry tile floors, terrazzo floors, clean and disinfect shower curtains, empty waste receptacles, check and fill dispensers, and when needed, wash walls, ceilings, air-vents, and lockers. Relocate trash dumpsters for pick up.
• Clean and maintain exterior/interior stairwells, entryways, and landings; sweep, mop, dust, high-dust, remove gum/graffiti, empty trash receptacles, wash windows, dust window ledges, clean and polish handrails, vacuum entry mats, clean doors, and clean doorjambs.
• Clean and maintain residence hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, and offices; spot-clean walls; dust; clean drinking fountains/bottle-filling stations, mirrors, and microwaves; spot-clean carpets; vacuum; remove gum; and empty trash. Shampoo carpet as directed or needed.
• Safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals, safe use of equipment and hand tools, safeguard buildings and/or equipment from unauthorized use, cooperate with hall staff and students in creating a safe and clean environment, work in teams/crews, stock custodial supplies and closets, initiate and complete work orders.
• Periodically - Perform floor care in residence hall, use of various floor care equipment (i.e. vacuum, hot water extractor, wet vacuum, 175 RPM floor machine); sweeping, carpet extraction, stripping and scrubbing resilient tile and asphalt tile floors, carpet spotting, carpet repairs, mopping, spray buffing, applying floor finish, and bonnet cleaning. Clean and maintain student rooms, including windows, vertical blinds, polishing and cleaning furniture, washing walls, ceilings, light fixtures, doors, and doorjambs, and vacuuming and carpet spotting.
• Periodically - Perform light maintenance in residence hall facilities such as lamp replacement, unclog commodes/urinals, work with common hand tools (i.e. plunger, screwdrivers, pliers, hammer, and wrenches), service vacuum cleaners (i.e. replace belt, empty vacuum bag, clean brush), move/set up furniture, tables, chairs, and miscellaneous furniture.
• Periodically - Participates in University, Division of Student Affairs, and UHS staff meetings and serves on department committees as requested. Assist with emergency evacuation drills and emergencies as needed. Must be available for call-out in case of emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid California Drivers License Required
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety; operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position; use custodial systems such as those used to track work orders and two-way radios for communication; observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods as required; perform work involving regular physical activity; and establish and maintain cooperative work relationships. Some positions may require the ability to move up to 50 pounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work experience in community living environments such as colleges/universities, hotels, apartment complexes, nursing homes, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of the proper use and safety of cleaning chemicals
• Communication skills (i.e. ability to follow oral and written instructions)
• Able to work independently and/or with team members and student workers
• Must be able to use a computer/iPad to check email, input attendance, and document work-related tasks such as work orders
• Work well with college student populations, faculty, and staff
• Ability to operate various custodial equipment (i.e. vacuum 175 - rpm floor machine, and self-contained carpet extractor)
• Ability to accept change regularly in work shift schedules, duties, and assignments

Out of State Work

The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU's mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California's schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU's business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to the California State University Out-of-State Employment Policy .

Background Check

Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to the California State University Background Check Policy .

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

CSU Classification Salary Range

This position is part of the CSUEU bargaining unit 5. The CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the CSU Classification Standards website .The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the CSU Salary Schedule website . The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is: minimum $3,461 and maximum $4,752 per month. Please refer to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go the I-9 Acceptable Documents website .

University Driving Requirement

Positions that require driving for university business by using a personal or state vehicle must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. The Risk Management Department evaluates a good driving report based on the following criteria. The driver must: 1. Have a valid California or other State Driver's license. 2. Have no more than 3 motor vehicle violations or been the cause of 3 accidents in a 12-month period (or any combination of 3 thereof) 3. Not have more than 3 DMV Points, if their license is Class C or, 4. Not have more than 5 DMV Points, if their license is Class A, B, or C with endorsements. For more information, go to the Authorized University Driver Policy .

Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA)

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 CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Read more at the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act policy .

Security & Fire Safety

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Fire Safety Report .

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster .

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at View email address on click.appcast.io . For more information, go to Employment Notices .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona complies with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and requests priority referral of protected veterans for our job openings.

Other Notices

For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona's Employment Notices web page.


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Advertised: Jul 09 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Jul 23 2026 Pacific Daylight Time