Supervising Custodian

Job Description

The Job

FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION APPLY BY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2026.


The Project and Facilities Management Department is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Supervising Custodian. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of custodial staff, including assigning tasks, providing hands-on assistance, conducting inspections, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing work schedules and coordinating third-party custodial contracts
• Evaluating custodial performance and maintaining quality control
• Training and onboarding new staff
• Monitoring custodial activities to ensure compliance with department standards

There is an immediate need to fill a regular Supervising Custodian position in Facilities Management. The eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Custodian job description.

PROJECT AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

At San Bernardino County’s Project and Facilities Management Department, we are dedicated to helping the County operate at its highest potential by creating and maintaining safe, clean, and functional environments for employees, residents, and visitors. Our team plays a vital role in supporting the County’s mission by delivering exceptional construction, maintenance, and custodial services across all County-owned and operated facilities.

We take pride in providing high-quality service through careful planning, responsive operations, and a commitment to excellence. Whether managing capital improvement projects, maintaining critical infrastructure, or ensuring public buildings are clean and welcoming, our work supports the day-to-day operations of County departments and contributes to the overall health, safety, and satisfaction of the community we serve.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the General (Teamsters) Compensation Plan .

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants selected for these positions must successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprinting and verification of employment history.

Shift Availability: Applicants may be required to work a rotating shift.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of full-time equivalent custodial experience, including lead/supervisory responsibility for at least three (3) custodians, in environments such as schools, hospitals, office buildings, detention facilities, or large workshop settings.

NOTE: Applicants must clearly describe qualifying custodial experience on the Work Experience section of their application.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience in custodial operations, with a proven track record of supervising custodial teams in high-use, service-oriented environments such as hospitals, schools, office buildings, or large workshop facilities.

Selection Process

Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure :
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

Completing your application with statements such as “see/refer to resume” or “see attached” rather than completing your work experience section of your application may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score.

Priority Application Review: Applications received by Friday, November 13, 2026 will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply asap as recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applications are encouraged to check their emails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference:

Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Supervisory Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous