Lead Custodian

at  California State University

Job no: 545148
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 5 - CSUEU - Operations and Support Services, Custodial/Facilities, Temporary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The Division of Business and Financial Affairs is responsible for ensuring a safe, productive campus environment while providing the highest quality service in support of academic excellence through thoughtful stewardship of financial, technological, infrastructure and human resources at San Diego State University.
SDSU Facilities Services (FS), a department of Business and Financial Affairs, is a customer service-based organization providing facility maintenance activities through a transparent and deliberate process. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, renovation, remodel, and alteration activities in support of the academic and research mission of the university. Facilities Services employs over 235 employees (full time and students) and supports approximately eight million square feet of buildings (including residence halls and parking structures) and 280 acres of improved and unimproved land with an operating budget of approximately forty-five million dollars.
For more information regarding the Facilities Services department, click here.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Equivalent to one to two years of related custodial experience and providing on-the-job training and leadership to others.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of work experience as a Custodian or equivalent position is preferred.
• Three or more years of experience leading or supervising employees is preferred.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and training is preferred.
• Completion of APPA Supervisor’s Toolkit or equivalent training is preferred.
• Working knowledge or general understanding of collective bargaining agreements.
• Previous experience maintaining wood flooring surfaces, vinyl composite tile, LVT, asbestos composite tile and carpet care.
• Working knowledge of the methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work and of the safety and sanitation practices and measures; and effective lead/supervisory practices and techniques.

• Maintain campus and residence hall facilities in top-notch condition.
• Ensure workstations, including offices, classrooms, restrooms, and hallways, are clean and organized.
• Keep custodial lockers and carts well-stocked and equipment in excellent condition.
• Accurately account for time and materials, completing routine and additional assignments efficiently.
• Consistently meet university needs with professionalism and improving skills.
• Follow up on tasks to ensure satisfaction and maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers, seeking and responding to feedback.