Custodian (Pool)

Company: San Diego State University
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Summary Are you someone who takes pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces? Do you enjoy hands-on work that directly supports a thriving university community? San Diego State University is looking for energetic, reliable individuals to join our Custodial Services team! We’re hiring Custodians for our Facilities/Housing Facilities departments to help maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of our campus facilities. From classrooms and labs to athletic centers and residence halls. Whether you're seeking temporary part-time work or a long-term full-time role, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on SDSU’s vibrant learning environment. This hiring pool is used to fill roles on a temporary or permanent (probationary) basis, depending on university needs If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Cleaning classrooms, offices, laboratories, restrooms, common areas, and athletic facilities Restroom disinfection and restocking of paper and soap products, hand sanitizer and battery replacement Floor and furniture care: sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, shampooing, etc. Trash, compost and recycling removal Post-construction and emergency clean-up Entryway and lobby maintenance including windows and trash chute cleaning Light maintenance tasks (e.g., equipment cleaning/repair) Event and conference room set-up and support Maintaining supply carts and custodial lockers in neat, stocked condition Why Join Us? Make a Difference – Your work directly supports student success by helping maintain safe, clean, and welcoming learning spaces. Hands-On Impact – Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing the results of your work every day across our beautiful 280-acre campus. Team-Oriented Environment – Work alongside a diverse and dedicated team that values professionalism, respect, and collaboration. Learning Opportunities – Gain valuable custodial, facilities, and safety experience in a dynamic higher education setting. Pride in Place – SDSU is one of California’s top public universities, and you'll play a key role in keeping it running smoothly. Join us in maintaining the high standards of excellence that make SDSU a place where students, faculty, and staff thrive. Position Information Positions may be offered as full-time, benefits-eligible permanent (probationary) roles; full-time temporary roles that may be renewed; or part-time roles. Eligibility for benefits in temporary or part-time positions depends on the hours worked and length of the appointment. 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. Available Shifts Monday – Friday Shifts Facilities 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 and Friday: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM Housing Day Shift : 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Weekend Shifts Housing Wednesday – Sunday : 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Saturday – Wednesday : 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Facilities Wednesday – Sunday (Evening/Night) : Wednesday–Thursday: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM, Friday: 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM, and Saturday-Sunday 2:30 PM–11:00 PM Monday – Wednesday, Saturday – Sunday (Split Schedule) : Monday–Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM and Saturday–Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM 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 253 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. The Office of Housing Administration (OHA) is a self-funded operation responsible for planning, providing, and administering housing operations, services, and facilities with over 100 employees and over 150 student assistants with an annual operating budget exceeding $145,000,000. OHA provides housing for over 8,500 students in 25 communities with over 2 million sq. ft. of residential facilities. The OHA manages the operation of residence halls, apartments, and conference and event spaces. The OHA supports the educational mission of the Residential Education Office (REO) while providing business operations for all housing-related functions in support of a quality environment to enhance the student educational experience. For more information regarding the Office of Housing Administration, click here . For more information regarding Facilities Services, click here . Education and Experience Prior experience not required. Key Qualifications Valid California Driver’s License is preferred. Compensation and Benefits Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 5 ($3,747 ) for qualified candidates. CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,461 – $4,752 per month (Step 1 – Step 17). Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . SDSU Values At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion. Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. Supplemental Information Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU 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 satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Sophia Faulk at srfaulk@sdsu.edu .

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