Lead Custodian; Night Shift

Payroll

Title:

CUSTODIAN LD

Department: VCSA CAMPUS RECREATION

Hiring Pay Scale: $55,582.56- $73,330.56 / Year

Worksite: Campus

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: SX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Nights, 10:30pm - 7:00am, Mon
- Fri

Filing Deadline:
Wed 9/23/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 9/14/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Under supervision, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of Custodians and Senior Custodians during an entire work shift with responsibility for designating station or area assignments. Orient, train and/or assist supervisor in determining duties, utilizing materials and equipment, developing work methods, and interpreting policies and procedures. Responsible for tracking, issuing and/or storing custodial supplies and equipment. Responsible for issuing keys and securing facilities.

Perform semi-skilled and skilled cleaning and general maintenance duties within Recreation facilities. Facilities include but not are not limited to RIMAC, Lion Tree Arena, RIMAC Annex, Outback Adventures, Canyon view Aquatic Center, Spanos, Main Gym, and Outdoor fields and stadiums. Sweep, mop, finish, dust, vacuum, clean, polish and refinish floors and clean windows. Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower and/or locker rooms.

Empty and clean wastebaskets, ashtrays and other waste receptacles, power wash, and any other duties related to maintaining the cleanliness of the Recreation facilities, inside and out. Must be able to operate equipment including but not limited to vacuum cleaners, floor scrubber, buffers, high pressure washer, carpet cleaning machines (shampoo, extract, pile lift), wet/dry vacuums, extractors, floor scrubbing and/or polishing machines during cleaning operations.

Perform physical set-up of furniture and equipment (tables, chairs, staging, floor tiles) according to diagrams and instructions. Inspect equipment for quality and safety. Responsible for insuring the facility is secure at the end of the shift. Work with building occupants to answer questions regarding custodial or special set up services performed. Effectively work with campus customers and custodial team members to accomplish work with a high level of quality and efficiency.

Build and maintain strong customer and team relations through a professional and helpful approach in handling customers’ needs and problems. Responsible for insuring the facility is secure at the end of the shift.

• Demonstrated experience performing semi-skilled and skilled custodial duties.

• Demonstrated experience in operating, storing and maintaining the following equipment: vacuums, buffers, wet-dry vacuums, carpet rotary shampooers, steam extractors, high-pressure washers.

• Demonstrated experience in carpet care: spot clean, shampoo and extract.

• Ability to lead and direct the work of others in order to conduct orientation and training, schedule and coordinate assignments, develop work methods, coordinate and direct work, prioritize workload, evaluate employee productivity and performance and interpret/communicate policies and procedures.

• Ability to read and interpret written information and instructions, including daily operations reports, which are integral in performing the various set-ups of furniture and equipment.

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Writing skills must be sufficient to prepare reports, complete forms and to communicate effectively with others as necessary.

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and work with a diverse group of co-workers, students, staff, faculty and customers.

• Ability to safely lift, carry, move, push and pull a minimum load of 50 lbs. Knowledge of proper lifting techniques and ability to determine techniques to others.

• Must be flexible and able to effectively adjust to changing operational priorities requiring assignment of special projects and/or different area assignments as necessary. Ability to work…