Custodian

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities Services & Projects, the Custodian is responsible for providing general cleaning and custodial care and support of assigned campus buildings, facilities, SDSU auxiliary buildings / areas, and structures including but not limited to, campus offices, classrooms, art rooms, auditorium, patios, entryways and walkways.

Custodial staff may work independently or as part of a custodial team maintaining the campus facilities in a sanitary condition.

Perform minor maintenance, clean and care for classrooms, offices, laboratories, rest rooms, common areas (hallways, lobbies), library, auditorium, gallery, student union, in support of the academic function.

This is an intermittent hourly, temporary position with an appointment end date one year from start date. Work hours are on an as-needed basis and will vary based on operational needs.

This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.

This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Calexico, CA, approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in Imperial Valley.

Department Summary

SDSU Imperial Valley is a campus / college of San Diego State University serving the desert area of southeastern California.

It is accredited as an integral unit of SDSU and operates under the same governance structure and university policies. Established in 1959 by an act of the State Legislature, SDSU IV offers its programs at two locations in Imperial County : Calexico and Brawley.

Offering four-year and two-year undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, and post-baccalaureate credential programs, SDSU Imperial Valley helps matriculated students achieve their higher education goals.

Currently, SDSU IV employs 145 faculty and staff members.

The Imperial Valley Campus is administered by the Dean of the Campus, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Dean of Student Affairs, the Imperial Valley Campus Administrator, the Associate Director of Development, and the Assistant Director for Facilities Services & Projects.

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Education and Experience

No experience required.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with a variety of individuals in a diverse environment at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively in teams as well as individually.
• Ability to work effectively with the campus community; dependable and responsible.
• Possession of High School diploma.
• 2 years of experience in working in custodial work is preferred.
• Knowledge of general safety practices with cleaning supplies and chemicals.
• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Basic knowledge on how to use a computer.

Licenses / Certifications Required

A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $20.22 per hour.

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range : $20.22 - $27.20 per hour.

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.

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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.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on April 22, 2024.

To receive full consideration, apply by April 21, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

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 (., 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 .

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at