Lead Custodian
Job Location:
Fullerton, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Job Title | Lead Custodian |
Classification | Lead Custodian |
Auto Req. ID | 560854 |
Salary Range | Classification Range $3596 - $5035 per month (Hiring range depending on qualifications not anticipated to exceed $3596 - $4840 per month) |
Work Schedule | Monday - Friday 12:00 AM - 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM (Depending on the operational needs of the department alternative shift times may be available.) |
Why CSUF | California State University Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success academic excellence and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching research and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement career success and economic mobility. |
Department | Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) within the Division of Administration and Finance is committed to planning developing and maintaining a safe sustainable and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the Universitys facilities including land use planning capital improvement project development construction as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services landscape services building trade services mechanical and electrical and recycling services. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Custodial Services team as the Lead Custodian. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity openness flexibility integrity and kindness. |
Duties and Responsibilities | Under the supervision of the Custodial Operations Manager or their designee the Lead Custodian works with and acts as lead worker for a group of custodians or other personnel engaged in custodial duties and does related work as required for regular shifts and/or overtime shifts. This position is highly safety conscious disciplined in proper use of Personal Protected Equipment (PPE) and responds to trip/slip/fall hazards promptly and appropriately. The Lead Custodian offers excellent customer service and is always courteous of student faculty and staff customers. An employee best suited for this role is one who is defined by their dedication to the quality of their work dependability and reliability. A Lead Custodian works to build a strong cohesive leadership team that creates an environment where people are empowered. This is a key position which cares for campus cleanliness in facilities to support the universitys mission vision and values in higher education. This position will interact with various group of individuals. The Lead Custodian works well in a team environment and understands the balance of sharing duties taking ownership and will take the initiative to complete tasks as needed. This position takes pride in every aspect of their work to create and maintain an excellent learning environment at Cal State University Fullerton. The Lead Custodian thrives in a university environment where staff are empowered for personal growth and supported in professional growth. The Lead Custodian will align to Custodial Services values - respect trust integrity growth and teamwork. Other duties as assigned. |
Essential Qualifications | One to two years of related custodial experience which has provided the necessary knowledge skills and abilities and has included providing on-the-job training and leadership to others. Demonstrated working knowledge of the methods materials chemicals and equipment used in custodial work and of the safety and sanitation practices and measures required. Working knowledge of effective lead and supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to provide lead work direction including training others on proper work methods and safety and providing feedback on work performance. Ability to read and write in English at a level appropriate for the duties of the position. Ability to use computers to track work orders and order supplies and materials. Ability to establish promote and maintain cooperative work relationships with others. Ability to analyze situations and take appropriate action. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU 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. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. |
Preferred Qualifications | Previous experience in a large educational institution or similar environment. Three or more years experience leading Custodians. |
License/Certifications | A valid California drivers license. |
Special Working Conditions | Extended periods of physical activity including lifting and moving up to fifty pounds. Works with a variety of chemicals. May move in and out of buildings in a variety of weather conditions. Willingness to work overtime or work alternate shifts as assigned. Will carry a master key. |
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Additional Information | California State University Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students staff administrators and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race sex color ethnicity national origin or any other protected status. As of January 1 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required. 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 applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool. If you are applying for a staff position please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant Teaching Associate Instructional Student Assistant or Student Assistant position. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. California State University Fullerton is not currently sponsoring anynewH-1B petitions for staff management or faculty positions. Effective October 1 2025 the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2 5 7 and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. |
Hiring Preference | On-Campus CSUEU Employees |
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