Residential Life Custodian Riverside, CA

Residential Life Custodian

The Residential Life Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment within the university residence halls. Working under the supervision of the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor and alongside a team of custodial staff and student workers, the custodian performs cleaning, sanitation, and light maintenance in student residences, offices, public areas, and building exteriors. This position plays a critical role in promoting student well-being, health, and comfort in the residential community. These responsibilities may apply to one or multiple residential buildings. Specific assignments may rotate.

General Custodial Duties

Clean, disinfect, and dust common areas such as lobbies, hallways, lounges, kitchens, TV rooms, chapel, and gym. Perform routine cleaning of offices : dust furniture, desks, blinds, cabinets, doors, shelves, and window sills; vacuum / mop floors; empty trash and replace liners. Clean and reset dorm and guest rooms between occupants, including surfaces, floors, windows, and furniture. Maintain and clean all glass doors, windows, stairwells, and interior doorways. Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors in all assigned areas.

Community Bathrooms

Clean, disinfect, and dust toilets, sinks, showers, dividers, mirrors, and floors.

Kitchen Areas

Clean and disinfect kitchen equipment and surfaces including sinks, countertops, refrigerators, stoves / ovens, cabinets, tables, and chairs.

Building Exterior & Entrances

Maintain cleanliness of building entrances, sidewalks, and surrounding areas. Clean restrooms, glass doors, and drinking fountains located near or at entrances.

Janitorial & Supply Maintenance

Keep custodial and maintenance closets clean, stocked, and organized. Properly store and care for cleaning equipment and supplies. Submit custodial supply requests and work orders to the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor. Responsible for the condition and proper use of custodial equipment assigned to the area.

Other Responsibilities

Move furniture and supplies as needed. Assist with room transitions during seasonal occupancy changes (e.g., summer housing, fall move-in). Follow all university safety procedures and guidelines when using chemicals and equipment (in accordance with SDS requirements). Complete other duties as assigned by the Residential Life Custodial Supervisor.

Required Skills

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and the ability to safely follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines. Ability to apply common sense and sound judgment in routine problem-solving situations. Comfortable using passive vocabulary of 5,0006,000 words and defining unfamiliar terms as needed. Good time management and organizational skills. Capable of working effectively around student residents in a professional and respectful manner.

Physical Requirements

Must be in good physical condition and able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to : Stand and walk for long periods. Bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs / ladders. Extend arms and use fingers / hands for precise work. Balance on uneven or narrow surfaces. Use repetitive motions and exert physical effort in lifting or moving heavy items. Average hearing and vision necessary for communication and task inspection. Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions. Must be able to work with or around cleaning chemicals and dust. May be exposed to noise, heat / cold, or outdoor conditions during daily work.

Required Experience

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred. Three (3) to five (5) years of custodial experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with cleaning procedures, tools, equipment, and chemical safety protocols. Basic English proficiency required for reading labels and communicating via email, phone, or text; bilingual (Spanish / English) is a plus. Strong attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adapt to evolving priorities. Wage Range : $17.01 - $18.00 per hour