Housing Lead Custodian

Working Title: Housing Lead Custodian

Classification Title: Lead Custodian

Posting Details

Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, February 3, 2026 @ 11:55pm PST

Hiring Preference


Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Housing Custodial Manager, the Lead Custodian leads individuals and crews in performing a wide range of custodial assignments. The position works alongside staff, coordinates daily coverage, supports training, and assists with inventory control and supply distribution to ensure clean, safe, and welcoming residential facilities.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,596 per month (Step 1) - $4,471 per month (Step 12)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,596 per month (Step 1) - $5,035 per month (Step 18)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary)

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Work hours vary dependent on department needs. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings, infrastructure, grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team! For more information, visit https://www.csus.edu/student-life/housing/

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of the methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work and of the safety and sanitation practices and measures; and effective lead/supervisory practices and techniques.

Abilities:

Ability to provide lead work direction, including training others in proper work methods and safety and providing feedback on work performance; read and write English at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; use computers to track work and order supplies and materials; establish, promote and maintain cooperative work relationships with others; and analyze situations and take appropriate action.

Experience:

Equivalent to one to two years of related custodial experience and providing on-the-job training and leadership to others.

License:

Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Required Qualifications

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety. Ability to observe safety requirements and safe work practices and methods. Ability to perform work involving regular physical activity. Ability to operate and care for custodial equipment and supplies applicable to the position. Ability to operate two-way radios for communication. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including students, staff, and members of the community.
License requirements:
Possess a valid California driver’s license and maintenance of good driving record.
Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to safely move up to 50 pounds Ability to maintain cooperative work relationships. Ability to provide excellent customer service and work collaboratively with campus students, residence hall guests, and staff. Ability to work under pressure. Skill and ability to safely operate powered equipment, such as pressure washer, custodial equipment, and electric cart.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Valid California driver’s license

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification

Applicants will respond to the following supplemental question:

• Will you be able to provide a valid California's drivers license and maintenance of good drivers record?

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution . The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html .

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

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.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Jan 13 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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• CSU, Sacramento

• (916) 278-6326

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