Sr. Custodian

Job Posting Details (External)

Position Numbers:

Payroll

Title:

CUSTODIAN SR

Job Code: 5116

Job Open Date: 2/19/2026

Application Review Begins: 3/6/2026

Department Code (Name): HSKP (Residential Operations)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): SX
- Service Unit

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff:
Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: N/A

Pay Rate: $25.74/hr.

Work Locations: San Rafael Residence Hall

Working Days and

Hours:

Th/F/M 7:30 AM - 4 PM, Sa/Su 6 AM - 2:30 PM

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Residential Operations is part of Housing, Dining, and Auxiliary Enterprises (HDAE). Residential Operations maintains properties consisting of residence halls, single student apartments, family student apartments, and dining commons serving over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. In addition to providing service to residents, Residential Operations maintains facilities that include conference centers, office spaces, and short term lodging and housing facilities.

We welcome over 20,000 conference guests annually.

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Under the general supervision of the Asst Residence Hall Manager or Residence Hall Manager, the Sr. Custodian performs duties in accordance with established standards and instruction, for University owned Residence Halls, Apartments and Dining Facilities. The Sr. Custodian promotes a customer service environment to residents and clients. Assists with the development and maintenance of a work environment which is conducive to meeting the mission of the organization and supports the EEP.

Responsible for completing job duties that demonstrate support for the Operations Team. Initiates communication directly with co-workers and or supervisor to improve and clarify working relationships, identifying problems and concerns, and seeking resolution to work-related conflicts.

• Working knowledge and experience utilizing the following equipment: vacuums, conventional and high-speed buffers, extractors, and related custodial equipment desired. Will train on all equipment and chemicals used.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others as a team.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• Ability to interact as a team member with sensitivity towards a multi-cultural work environment.

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years Custodial Experience
• Working experience in a College and/or University Residential or hospitality setting
• Basic computer experience

• May be required to work other schedules other than assigned to meet the operational needs of the department.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct;

have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” Means Any Violation Of The Policies Or Laws Governing…