Custodian (Pool)

About the role

San Diego State University is seeking dependable and service-oriented Custodians to help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming learning and living environments across campus. Opportunities are available in both Facilities Services and the Office of Housing Administration, with assignments based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Facilities Services Custodian:
  • Cleaning classrooms, offices, laboratories, restrooms, common areas, athletic facilities, and exterior building entrances.
  • Performing floor care, furniture cleaning, trash and recycling removal, window cleaning, and replenishing restroom supplies.
  • Supporting post-construction cleanup, emergency response cleaning, and special custodial projects.
  • Aiding with minor facility and custodial equipment maintenance, campus events, and general Facilities Services operations.
• Housing Custodian:
  • Cleaning residence halls, student rooms, lounges, restrooms, kitchens, stairwells, elevators, and other residential common areas.
  • Performing room turnover, deep cleaning, floor care, trash removal, and replenishing restroom and residential supplies.
  • Aiding with residence hall openings, closures, move-in/move-out activities, and emergency cleanup.
  • Serving as a resource for housing events, maintaining custodial equipment and supply inventories, and ensuring a positive residential experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and transport equipment, material, and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance (in excess of 50 pounds with assistance).
• Valid California Driver’s License is preferred.
• Prior experience in custodial services, maintenance services, or similar environment preferred.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits vary based on appointment type, timebase, and applicable CSU policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. These positions are designated non-exempt under FLSA and are eligible for overtime compensation. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Pay

Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 5 ($3,747/month). Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Schedule

Facilities: Monday–Friday Day Shift: 3:30 AM – 12:00 PM Transition Shift: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM Night Shift: Monday–Thursday: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Friday: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Weekend: Wednesday–Sunday (Evening/Night): Wednesday–Thursday: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Friday: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM; Saturday–Sunday: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Monday–Wednesday, Saturday–Sunday (Split Schedule): Monday–Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM; Saturday–Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Housing: Monday–Friday Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Weekend: Wednesday–Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PMSaturday–Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Education and Experience

Prior experience not required.

Why Join Us?

Help create safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for the SDSU community. Support either the academic campus or student residential communities through essential custodial services. Join a collaborative team committed to service excellence, safety, and operational success.

Additional Information

This recruitment will be used to fill full-time or part-time appointments on a permanent (probationary) and/or temporary basis, depending on the staffing need. Temporary appointments are made for a specified period and may be renewed or end earlier in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.