Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $23.79 - $30.80
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Training opportunities
Job Description
The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a leading public research university renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and vibrant campus life. Situated on a beautiful coastal setting, UCSB offers a dynamic and supportive environment for both faculty and staff to contribute to the institution's mission of fostering knowledge and service to the community. The Facilities Management Department at UCSB plays a critical role in maintaining the university’s infrastructure, overseeing more than 4 million gross square feet of space across over 260 acres of grounds. Their focus is on ensuring that state-supported, general-funded buildings and facilities are kept in pristine condition for the benefit of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
The Custodian Senior position (Job Code 005116) within the Facilities Management Department is a full-time, career staff role classified under the PSS personnel program with a non-exempt FLSA status. The budgeted hourly salary range for this role is from $23.79 to $30.80, with offers made based on qualifications and experience. The role requires working early morning shifts Monday through Friday, from 2:00 am to 10:30 am, predominantly on the UCSB campus facilities.
This role is essential to the university’s operational success, as it involves providing comprehensive custodial services to maintain cleanliness and upkeep of various indoor and outdoor campus areas. Reporting to the Senior Lead Laborer or Lead Laborer, the Custodian Senior performs a variety of cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing, and vacuuming floors spanning approximately 30,000 square feet per eight-hour shift. The position also includes responsibility for minor maintenance and proper storage of custodial equipment. The Custodian Senior ensures compliance with the Physical Facilities Safety Program and follows rigorous health and safety standards, including adherence to the University of California’s vaccination policies.
The job duties encompass cleaning and maintaining restrooms, offices, corridors, windows, stairways, and other designated areas using various specialized machines and chemical treatments. The role requires operating vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, buffers, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, and floor polishers. Additionally, the Custodian Senior is responsible for replenishing supplies such as soap and paper goods, emptying waste receptacles, and performing cleaning in sensitive clinical areas.
Safety and security are paramount, with duties including locking unoccupied areas after cleaning and maintaining awareness of hazards such as bio-hazards, radiation, and chemicals on campus. The incumbent must promptly report workplace accidents and follow safety protocols strictly.
The position demands a cooperative and service-oriented attitude, effective communication skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment. The Custodian Senior is expected to participate in training and professional development opportunities to maintain and update their technical knowledge and skills.
At UCSB, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, dental and vision care, paid holidays, and leave programs. The university is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a stable career in custodial services at a prestigious university with a supportive work environment and competitive compensation.
The Custodian Senior position (Job Code 005116) within the Facilities Management Department is a full-time, career staff role classified under the PSS personnel program with a non-exempt FLSA status. The budgeted hourly salary range for this role is from $23.79 to $30.80, with offers made based on qualifications and experience. The role requires working early morning shifts Monday through Friday, from 2:00 am to 10:30 am, predominantly on the UCSB campus facilities.
This role is essential to the university’s operational success, as it involves providing comprehensive custodial services to maintain cleanliness and upkeep of various indoor and outdoor campus areas. Reporting to the Senior Lead Laborer or Lead Laborer, the Custodian Senior performs a variety of cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing, and vacuuming floors spanning approximately 30,000 square feet per eight-hour shift. The position also includes responsibility for minor maintenance and proper storage of custodial equipment. The Custodian Senior ensures compliance with the Physical Facilities Safety Program and follows rigorous health and safety standards, including adherence to the University of California’s vaccination policies.
The job duties encompass cleaning and maintaining restrooms, offices, corridors, windows, stairways, and other designated areas using various specialized machines and chemical treatments. The role requires operating vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, buffers, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, and floor polishers. Additionally, the Custodian Senior is responsible for replenishing supplies such as soap and paper goods, emptying waste receptacles, and performing cleaning in sensitive clinical areas.
Safety and security are paramount, with duties including locking unoccupied areas after cleaning and maintaining awareness of hazards such as bio-hazards, radiation, and chemicals on campus. The incumbent must promptly report workplace accidents and follow safety protocols strictly.
The position demands a cooperative and service-oriented attitude, effective communication skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment. The Custodian Senior is expected to participate in training and professional development opportunities to maintain and update their technical knowledge and skills.
At UCSB, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, dental and vision care, paid holidays, and leave programs. The university is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a stable career in custodial services at a prestigious university with a supportive work environment and competitive compensation.
Job Requirements
- Ability to perform heavy manual tasks and follow oral and written instructions
- Six months experience in a custodial cleaning operation or equivalent combination of training and experience
- High school diploma preferred
- Experience operating vacuum cleaners, buffers, wall washing machines, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, waxers, floor scrubbing and/or polishing machines preferred
- Ability to read, write, follow oral and written instructions
- Required to hold a valid driver’s license and maintain driving record according to local policies
- Satisfactory criminal history background check
- UCSB is a tobacco-free environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma preferred
- Six months experience in a custodial cleaning operation or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Ability to operate vacuum cleaners, buffers, wall washing machines, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, waxers, floor scrubbing and/or polishing machines preferred
- Ability to read, write, follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to work in environments where bio-hazards, radiation or chemicals may be present
- Problem-solving skills and sound judgment
- Ability to understand and apply University and departmental policies and procedures
Job Duties
- Provides custodial service for approximately 30,000 square feet in an eight-hour time
- Responds to emergency assignments as needed during regular shift
- Dust mops, sweeps, damp mops, wet mops, buffs and high speeds hard and resilient floors
- Operates vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing machine and buffer
- Cleans stairs, hallways, corridors, walls, moldings, boards, outside steps, terraces, roof decks, window sills and other designated areas
- Cleans restrooms, fixtures, mirrors and replenishes soap and paper goods
- Empties and cleans ash trays, urns, wastebaskets and other receptacles
- Responsible for minor maintenance and storage of equipment
- Locks unoccupied areas/offices after cleaning
- Maintains awareness of hazards such as bio-hazards, radiation, chemicals
- Reports accidents on the job and submits accident reports
- Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with department and campus community
- Communicates effectively orally and in writing
- Participates in training sessions and seminars
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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