Custodian - Airports Department - City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

4d•$46,368 - $56,376

About The Position

The City of Fresno is hiring Custodians to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces across City facilities. This hands-on role involves cleaning and maintaining buildings, operating cleaning equipment, moving supplies and furniture, and performing related duties. Duties and schedules may vary by assignment. The current vacancy is in the Airports Department, and positions may also be filled in the Animal Center and Transportation departments. Eligible lists may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies for three months, with an option to extend at the City's discretion. Employees assigned to the Animal Center may work around animals, primarily dogs and cats, and may be exposed to odors, noise, allergens, animal interactions, and zoonotic diseases. These assignments may require humane animal handling and restraint using approved protocols and personal protective equipment, as well as cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, dishes, and equipment and feeding and exercising animals. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and six months of paid janitorial or custodial experience. A valid Class C California driver's license may be required. Candidates selected for consideration must pass a department interview and Department of Justice fingerprinting; candidates considered for the Airports Department must also pass an extensive background investigation. The examination is a job-related multiple-choice written test, tentatively scheduled for the week of November 30, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED completion.
Six months of paid experience performing janitorial or custodial work.
Complete the work experience section with detailed duties, dates, and weekly hours for each title held, specifying duties related to janitorial or custodial work.
A valid Class C California Driver's License may be required; candidates considered for hire may need to provide proof of a valid license and a current driving record.
Successfully pass a department interview and Department of Justice fingerprinting before employment.
Candidates considered for the Airports Department must successfully pass an extensive background investigation in addition to the department interview and Department of Justice fingerprinting.
Achieve a passing score on the written examination to qualify for the eligible list.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors.
Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.
Empty trash and pick up litter around buildings.
Wash windows, walls, and blinds.
Operate cleaning and floor-care equipment.
Move and arrange furniture for events.
Perform minor maintenance and adjust thermostats.
Lock and unlock doors and conduct security checks.
Transport supplies and materials as needed.
Perform related duties as required.
For Animal Center assignments, handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices, assist with cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, food dishes, and equipment, and feed and exercise animals.

Benefits

City contributions toward monthly PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
Flexible spending account for health and dependent-care expenses.
Voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan with Fidelity Investments.
Vacation leave accrual of 8–15 hours per month.
Eight hours of sick leave per month, available after 90 days.
Supplemental sick leave of 40 hours per fiscal year, with an 80-hour lifetime maximum.
Ten City-observed annual holidays, plus a birthday holiday and two personal days.
Short-term disability coverage through the California SDI program.
Bilingual pay premium of $100 per month.
Eligible retirees may use remaining sick leave and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses tax-free.
City of Fresno Retirement Systems benefits, with reciprocity with other public California systems and vesting after five years of service.
Optional Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) for eligible vested employees age 50 or older, allowing participation for up to 10 years while continuing to work.