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Custodian

County Of Orange

Job Location:

Orange County, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 40934 - 55078

Posted: 15 August 2026 (22 days ago)

Application Deadline: 12 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

CAREER DESCRIPTION

CUSTODIAN

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.

Premium Pay

In addition to the hourly salary eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the item listed below:

Night Shift Differential pay: Employees assigned to a night shift shall be paid a night shift differential for each hour actually worked on the assigned night shift. Pay rate is determined by assigned shift hours foundhere(page 11).

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and futureCustodianpositions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Wednesday August 26 2026 at 11:59 P.M. (PST).

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE/OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Facilities Maintenance ensures the efficient and innovative operation of County facilities through maintenance management services after-hours emergency support building automation and utility management.

OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas to cities and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through efficient delivery and maintenance of public works infrastructure planning and development services. OC Public Works core values are integrity accountability service and trust.

OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Facilities Design & Construction and CUF; OC Facilities Maintenance & OC Fleet Services; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.

Click here for more information on OC Public Works.
Click here for more information on the County of Orange.

THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Facilities Maintenance is seeking Custodians to perform maintenance inside and outside County facilities using cleaning equipment and chemicals. Custodial Services are critical for the maintenance and health and safety at County facilities.

This position will be assigned to work Monday through Friday 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM. Based on operational needs overtime may be available. On occasion this position may be required to fill in for the day porter.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate must be able to perform moderate to strenuous physical workandwill also be comfortable with cleaning restrooms and areas that may containvomit blood urine and other unpleasant bodily fluids which may have a strong odor. Six (6) months or more of professional custodial work experience is highly desirable but not required. The ideal candidate must be able to interact professionally with coworkers and employees in various work settings and possess demonstrated knowledge and work experience in the following core competencies:

Custodial Knowledge

Cleaning and sanitation methods used in custodial work
Methods of cleaning floors lavatories windows walls doors wood and furniture
Utilizing common cleaning materials such as soap detergent solvents and waxes
Safety practices as applied to custodial work
Utilizing custodial equipment and the care and maintenance requirements
Operating heavy floor power cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaner and attachments scrubbers and buffers) to clean floors
Ability to recognize problem areas in cleaning and sanitizing in order to use the proper cleaning agent to remove different kinds of stains on a variety of surfaces
Moving furniture cabinets and other equipment
Washing windows walls and lavatories; emptying trash and dusting furniture
Counting adding and subtracting small numbers

Communication

Effectively communicating with supervision co-workers and the public
Following written and oral instructions and schedules
Working cooperatively with others
Preparing written records of areas cleaned; requests for supplies or repairs as needed
Speaking English sufficiently to communicate basic ideas to supervisor and fellow employees

Time Management

Following a work schedule and prioritizing tasks
Stocking supplies and equipment needed for the job
Ordering supplies in a timely manner through supervisor
Working effectively and cooperatively with co-workers who are working on a task

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Drivers License Class C or higher is required by date of appointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please clickherefor details on the Custodian classification including the physical mental environmental and working conditions.

Physical and Mental Requirements
Requires performing heavy fatiguing work; climbing pushing pulling stooping and lifting five-gallon containers of materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Online Assessment (Un-proctored Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code if applicable.Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Countys needs the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clickhere for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment contact Brian Quinlan at or .

EEO INFORMATION