Full Time Maintenance / Some janitor shifts

Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Full Time, Probationary

Custodian

Monday - Friday; 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.

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.

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; 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, screwdriver, 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 participate in University, Division of Student Affairs, and UHS staff meetings and serve on department committees as requested. operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position; perform work involving regular physical activity; 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

Must be able to use a computer/iPad to check email, input attendance, and document work-related tasks such as work orders

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

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, and 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.

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.

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.

Advertising and Application Dates

Applications close: Join the team that helps make campus feel like home for more than 2,800 students living in University Housing. In this hands‑on role, you'll keep residence halls clean, safe, and welcoming by maintaining shared spaces, supporting light facility upkeep, and working with a collaborative team to create a positive living environment. Every day offers the chance to make a visible impact on the student experience while building valuable skills in facility operations, teamwork, and customer service.

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