Custodian

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Closing Date: 07/21/2026 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Custodian Working Title Custodian Recruitment Limits Location District Pay Information

Range 14 ($5,389.17) per month based on the currentAFT Guild - Classified Professionals Salary Schedule.

• New employees will begin on Step L ($5,389.17).
• Salary negotiation is not allowed.
• Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA.
• This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime).
• Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents.
• A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment.

The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employeecollective bargaining agreements/handbooks, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: 000524 FLSA Status Non-Exempt (accrues overtime) Position Type Classified Bargaining Unit AFT - Classified Professionals Range 14 Department Facilities The Position

Join Our Facilities & Operations Team at SDCCD

At SDCCD, our Operations, Enterprise Services & Facilities department is the backbone of our educational mission - creating safe, sustainable and accessible environments across our campuses. Our Facilities Services unit supports everything from custodial and landscape work to maintenance and work-order management across the District.

When you join us, you'll be part of a team that:

• Takes pride in keeping modern, vibrant college campuses running smoothly.
• Works collaboratively in a dynamic higher-education environment.
• Plays a crucial role in enabling faculty, staff and students to focus on learning and growth - while we handle the infrastructure and "behind-the-scenes" mechanisms.
• Belongs to an organization dedicated to sustainable operations and long-term facility planning.

If you're someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem solving, and being part of something greater than just one building - then this is your opportunity to contribute to a thriving educational community.

Applications are currently being accepted for Custodian in the Facilities Services, located at Miramar College/Facilities Services. Hours are Monday - Friday 4:00am-12:30pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department's needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Classification Description

Click here for description. Link: https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Operations/Custodian.pdf.

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Desired Qualifications Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Click for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination - Policies and Procedures:https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Complete online application;
• Complete responses to Supplemental Questions; AND,
• Three (3) references listed within the online application.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)

Orientation: 7/15/26

Tally: 7/22

Interviews: 8/5/26

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND,
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

CalPERS Link: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement

CalSTRS Link: https://www.calstrs.com/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements-faq

Additional Information:

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
• $50,000 group term life insurance
• 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
• CalPERS employer contribution rate of 27.05%

Posting Number CL01928

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes

• No

• • I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.

• Yes

• No

• • We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.

• Yes

• No

• • Describe your experience working with custodial equipment, supplies, and materials. Indicate the type of equipment and the purpose for which it was used.

(Open Ended Question)

• • What cleaning materials, including disinfectants, have you used in custodial work, and in what areas where they being used?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your knowledge of the proper methods of cleaning and preserving: (a) floors, (b) walls, and (c) fixtures.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe the safety rules and regulations you would follow as a custodian that are applicable to school buildings and or the District office.

(Open Ended Question)

• • I understand that the initial salary placement for new employees will be the first step of the salary range, following the language included in the Pay Information section of this job posting and that salary negotiation is not allowed. I also understand that if I am a current San Diego Community College District contract employee, promotional salary placement will follow the guidelines established within the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) as referred to in Section 6.21 from the Classified Professional Bargaining Unit.

• Yes

• No

• • The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.

(Open Ended Question)

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