Custodian (Building Service Worker - Recreation Center)

Definition and Purpose 

*Requires overnight availability*

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director – Facility Operations (University Union), the Building Service Worker is responsible for custodial and maintenance duties as assigned and does other work as required. 

Additionally, all ASI employees are responsible for upholding the core values of the organization including but not limited to exhibiting professional behavior, acting as a role model to others, displaying a positive and cooperative attitude, communicating effectively, developing expert knowledge in area of specialization, and working together as a team. 

Educational and Qualifying Experience, Skills, Licenses, Credentials 

Educational/License/Credential Requirements 

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent. 

Experience Requirements 

• Minimum one (1) year experience as a custodian in a large facility that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements 

• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position. 

• General knowledge of office methods, equipment, procedures, and practices. 
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer systems. 
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. 
• Ability to use and care for custodial equipment and supplies. 
• Ability to follow directions. 
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds, specific needs, or limitations. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• None. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Clean and maintain all public interior surfaces to include glass, floors, windows, blinds, furniture, whiteboards, counters, etc. 
• Clean and maintain all ballrooms, conference rooms, and offices. 
• Clean and maintain restrooms to meet daily health and safety standards, including effective disinfection of urinals, toilets, restroom flooring, sinks, and counters. 
• Clean and maintain exterior of the facility including glass, trash removal, walkways, and plaza. 
• Replenish lavatory supplies, empty wastebaskets, and remove trash. 
• Assist with special event needs, including set-ups, take-downs, and special event cleaning needs. 
• Clean and maintain all interior furniture to include tables, chairs, couches, and lounges.  
• Clean and maintain tile flooring, to include stripping and waxing on regular intervals. 
• Provide special event services as needed to events in the University Union, to include concurrent cleaning, periodic trash removal as necessary, and extra attention during large events. 
• Safeguard building and equipment from unauthorized use.  
• Clean and maintain carpet in offices, lobby areas, conference rooms, and lounges.  
• Use and maintain specialized custodial equipment. 
• Maintain an awareness of safety procedures, intervene if an activity is unsafe, and report practices that do not meet safety standards.  
• Complete daily cleaning checklist tasks and record with initials on COVID checklists 
• Oversee student staff daily checklists and coordinate task completion. 

Assessment 

•  Participate in the overall ASI assessment planning and goal setting. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

• Recommend and support practices intended to eliminate racial, gender, or any other form of bias in processes, policies, and procedures.  
• Demonstrate awareness of one’s own biases, comfort levels, and various aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). 
• Demonstrate effort to understand each person’s individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments.  
• Commit to continuous learning/improvement in DEI and cultural competence.  
• Work with director to review department’s policies, procedures, & practices related to DEI and participate in addressing barriers identified. 

Other Duties and Responsibilities 

• Represent ASI on committees as appropriate. 
• Ensure continuous professional development. 
• 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 ASI policy as a condition of their employment. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Salary Schedule 

• Starting Hourly Rate:  $19.70 per hour 
• Hourly Range: $19.70 per hour -$27.58
• Premium Overtime: Yes 
• Shift Differential:  Yes ($.50 per hour for all hours worked outside of 6am-6pm)
• Non-Exempt 

*This position requires overnight availability.*

Background Check 

This position is subject to a background check (including criminal records) as well as National Address Locater (Social Security Number [SSN] Trace), 7-year County Criminal Search in each county and/or state the applicant lived in based on the SSN Trace, National Criminal Database Search, Name Search, Employment Verification (All employers in past 7 years) and Education Verification (Highest Degree). Credit Reports, Motor Vehicle Record Check and Professional License Verification may also be required based upon the essential functions of the position. 

Benefits 

• Medical Insurance 

• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Long Term Disability Insurance 
• Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) 
• Social Security (FICA) 
• Paid State Holidays 
• Vacation Time 
• Sick Leave 
• Personal Holiday 
• Birthday Holiday 
• Worker’s Compensation Insurance 
• Unemployment Insurance 

Date of Last Equity Review:  01/01/2022 

Date revised: 8/11/2023

The Associated Students, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.