Janitor

Academy of Art University • San Francisco, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Academy of Art University is seeking a full-time Janitor to maintain its buildings at 180 New Montgomery Street in San Francisco. The role maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in University buildings, helping ensure academic, administrative, and public areas are well-maintained and conducive to learning and work.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Evening, weekend, or holiday shifts may occasionally be required depending on University needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior janitorial or custodial experience preferred, especially in an educational or institutional setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks, including bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to push and pull trash dumpsters.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior janitorial or custodial experience, especially in an educational or institutional setting.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors.
• Empty trash and recycling bins and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs, and report facility issues.
• Assist with room setups for classes, meetings, and events, including moving furniture or equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and use cleaning chemicals in accordance with University guidelines.
• Respond to cleaning emergencies or special requests in a timely manner.
• Secure buildings as directed after cleaning shifts.
• Empty and wipe out trash and sanitary waste receptacles in restrooms.
• Polish metal surfaces and mirrors.
• Clean and polish dispensers.
• Clean and disinfect washbasins, toilet bowls, and urinals.
• Disinfect the undersides and tops of toilet seats.
• Spot-clean tile walls, toilet partitions, and walls around washbasins.
• Mop lavatory floors with germicidal solution.
• Replenish soap, towels, tissue, and seat-cover dispensers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• 401(k) options.
• Paid vacation based on years of service, with 15 days' accrual at the start.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Opportunity for full-time employees to take one undergraduate course tuition-free each semester.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed