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Custodian

Job ID : 322189

Location : Mesa Community College

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Salary Range

$19.17 - $21.34 / hourly, DOE

Grade

106

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours : Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.

With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.

We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Campus Statement

Mesa Community College (MCC), which is celebrating its 60th anniversary during 2025, is nationally recognized for its excellence in university transfer, career and technical programs, civic engagement, and innovative education. Serving more than 25,500 students annually, MCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs across its two campuses and additional locations. MCC students contribute more than 8,500 hours of community service annually. MCC serves as a key resource for education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The college enhances student success through Guided Pathways with Integrated Support Services. A Hispanic Serving Institution, nearly 50% of MCC students are first-generation college attendees, and it boasts the largest Indigenous student population among Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) colleges, supporting students from 22 Arizona tribes and additional out-of-state tribes. Our award-winning faculty are committed to helping students achieve their goals through high-quality education, training and undergraduate research opportunities. Located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, MCC is one of 10 MCCCD colleges. Learn more at mesacc.edu .

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD :

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package :

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off : Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension , including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans : 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs :

Job Summary

Mesa Community College is excited to extend the opportunity to join its Custodial facilities department at the Southern and Dobson Campus.

The purpose and importance of the Custodian position is to provide a full range of custodial duties campus wide to include but not limited to : Sweeping, mopping, maintaining restrooms, break rooms, maintaining trash / recycle bins, multi-surface wipe downs and overall general cleanliness upkeep of all facilities campus wide.

Essential Functions

40% - Sweeps, mops, strips, and waxes floors; vacuums and cleans carpets; cleans whiteboards, dusts, and polishes furniture. In-depth knowledge of property chemical handling, floor-care, general cleaning techniques, and knowledge of use of cleaning equipment

20% - Maintains restrooms, break rooms, clean cobwebs inside and outside

10% - Performs minor maintenance tasks and reports repairs that are needed; arranges furniture and equipment for events; other duties as assigned commensurate to grade level of position

10% - Inspects and conducts routine maintenance of small equipment used by custodial

10% - Empties and cleans trash cans and recycles receptacles; uses electric vehicles to haul trash and equipment when necessary

10% - Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of formal or informal education or experience which assures the ability to read, write, and speak at a level sufficient for the successful completion of the job duties as described.

Desired Qualifications

A. Experience working in a college or large school environment.

B. Experience providing customer service to a wide variety of people in medium to large facilities.

C. Two (2) years of experience working with industrial cleaning methods and chemicals.

D. Two (2) years of experience operating custodial equipment.

E. Two (2) years experience with proper use, storage, dilution and labeling of cleaning products

F. One (1) year experience in conducting quality control checks

Special Working Conditions

This position will be located at the Southern and Dobson campus at 1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202

May be required to lift or carry up to 20 pounds

May be exposed to hazardous materials

Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions

Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving :

https : / / district.maricopa.edu / regulations / admin-regs / section-4 / 4-14

Travel to campus during the interview / selection process will be at the candidate's own expense

MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas

May travel or be assigned to any MCCCD location

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses / locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on NavBar >

Navigator >

Self Service >

Recruiting >

Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply.

Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https : / / www.maricopa.edu / about / careers .

If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at strategicstaffing@mesacc.edu prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm Arizona time.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review : 01 / 05 / 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states : "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.

To apply, visit https : / / jobs.maricopa.edu / psp / MCPAHPRD / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322189&PostingSeq=1

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