Custodian- 3 Positions Available

CSU Careers•Long Beach, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

About BBS Beach Building Services (BBS) at California State University Long Beach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As a large, thriving department, BBS provides facilities based comprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics, activities and event services. These facilities contribute to a well-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, faculty and staff. BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic and transformative educational and social events and programs that make CSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and a leader among the CSU campuses. Departments within BBS: Environmental Health and Safety Energy and Utilities Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations, Payroll/Personnel, IT Services) Planning and Sustainability Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm, Electrical and Plumbing Shops) Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and Auto Shops) Grounds and Landscaping Services Custodial Services Design and Construction Services BBS is composed of talented and skilled employees and dedicated administrators who work hard and collaborate to achieve our mission to “Build a Better Campus Everyday.” Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Manager of Custodial Services and immediate supervision of the Supervising Custodian, performs custodial, janitorial, and maintenance duties in assigned areas and other related work as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned.
Ability to perform repeated bending, stooping, lifting, reaching activities. I.e. pushing/pulling fully loaded custodial carts, reaching to clean blackboards, bending and stooping to do spot cleaning, empty trash cans, etc.
Ability to read, speak, and understand at a level appropriate to the position.
Solid work history.
Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a university or large institution.
Good interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to get along with a diverse campus community.
Ability to operate power cleaning equipment.
Use custodial systems such as those to track work orders and two –way radios for communication.
Ability to organize work assignments and custodial closets.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
Valid California driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains neat and clean facilities for faculty, staff, and visitors.
Removes Trash/Recycle paper, cardboard and various materials.
Maintains facility safety procedures and security measures.
Positive interaction and communication of custodial activities.
Maintains and operates vacuums, wet/dry vacuums, buffers, auto scrubbers, blowers, etc. for maintaining carpets, tile floors, and exterior areas.