Custodian

California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, California 93405 United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Custodial and Janitorial
  • Job Description

    Job Summary

    Under direct supervision of the Custodial Manager, the custodian position provides general cleaning, and custodial care and support for assigned campus buildings, facilities, structures, and adjacent areas and/or portions thereof, including, but not limited to, campus offices, classrooms, science laboratories, art rooms, auditoriums; gymnasiums, locker rooms, health and childcare centers; student residences, patios, entryways and walkways, and workshops. Custodial staff may work independently or as part of a custodial team.

    Shift times are either:
    Swing: Monday - Thursday, 7:00pm - 3:30am, Friday 4:00pm - 12:30am

    Employees will be paid a shift differential based on the shift they choose or are assigned.

    Department Summary

    Facilities Management and Development (FMD), a unit within the Administration and Finance Division (AFD), is responsible for the planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and repair of university facilities, grounds, and infrastructure. FMD consists of five critical and interdependent support departments, including Customer & Business Services; Energy, Utilities, & Sustainability; Environmental Health & Safety; Facilities Planning & Capital Projects; and Facilities Operations. In support of the Cal Poly mission, the Facilities Management and Development department is committed to sustainability, responsible stewardship of natural resources, and promoting an inclusive culture that values individual and organizational integrity, civility, equity, and diversity.

    Key Qualifications
    • Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for 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
    • Observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods as required; perform work involving regular physical activity.

    Education and Experience

    Any combination of training, experience, and/or education sufficient to demonstrate the required skills listed above.

    Salary:

    Anticipated Hiring Range: $44,160 - $52,589 per year

    Classification Range: $44,160 - $59,412 per year

    Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

    Cal Poly

    Known for its Learn by Doing pedagogy, Cal Poly is the flagship of the world-renowned California State University system. Annually recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation, Cal Poly continues to offer an academic curriculum based on learned experience gained through real-world practice. Located in San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly is nestled comfortably among the coastal foothills, minutes from the Pacific Ocean and equidistant to the Bay Area and Los Angeles.

    Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

    Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

    This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and 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 student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly 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.

    Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

    Supplemental Information

    Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

    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.

    Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants for staff and management positions must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

    Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

    Advertised: May 13 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
    Applications close:
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • California Polytechnic State University
    • California Polytechnic State University

    About Cal Poly

    Founded in 1901, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is one of five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the U.S., with about 21,000 undergraduate and 900 graduate students. Cal Poly maintains a guiding philosophy of “Learn By Doing” that is reflected in the school’s comprehensive curriculum combining technical and professional training with the arts and humanities. When you graduate from Cal Poly, you won’t just know theory, you will be able to think critically and know how to solve real-world problems. Today, Cal Poly is among the most selective public universities in the United States. Under President Armstrong’s leadership, Cal Poly’s national reputation is growing and, according to payscale.com, the return on investment for graduating students is consistently on par with some of the most prestigious universities in California. Visit www.calpoly.edu to learn more.

    Central to California

    Cal Poly is located in the beautiful Central Coast of California in the city of San Luis Obispo, about halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. This city is nestled in between great wine regions, relaxing beaches, and a small community. Our location gives students access to opportunities for hands-on research in agriculture, wine making, and distinct coastal ecosystems, as well as, close proximity to Southern California and the Bay Area for their tech, industry and the culture hubs. Given California’s status as a world leader in many areas and industries, our students have an opportunity to do work that makes an impact around the globe.

    Committed to Diversity

    We recognize and celebrate the value of the different viewpoints, knowledge, cultures and skills that diverse communities bring to the educational experience. Cal Poly is committed to becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and feel a sense of respect, belonging and personal safety. We’re not just a workplace — we’re a community.

    Highly Ranked

    Cal Poly consistently receives high rankings from major publications. For the past 27 years, we have been named the best public, master's-level university in the West by U.S. News & World ReportForbes also continues to name us the top public masters-level university in California and one of the Top 25 public and private universities in the West. 

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