Temporary Services; TES Custodial Pool

Job Summary

Custodian / Sr. Custodian

This position will perform a variety of cleaning, housekeeping, and custodial duties in a hospital, clinic, hotel, or college campus environment. Tasks include cleaning buildings, offices, patient rooms, campus facilities, restrooms, lounges, dormitories, classrooms, auditoriums, sports facilities, hallways, exterior and other designated areas, and general maintenance across the UC Davis Campus. You may work independently or as part of a team to ensure building security.

Duties may involve operating auto scrubbers, wet vacuums, upholstery shampoo machines, carpet extractors, buffers, and other floor care equipment.

(3/7/2026 at 11:59pm);
Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time.

• 6 months experience performing custodial work
• Knowledge of basic materials and equipment used in custodial work
• Knowledge of cleaning solvents, soaps, waxes, and other related chemicals used in custodial work
• Strong customer service skills
• Experience with floor care equipment; auto scrubber, waxer, buffer, etc. (Sr. Custodian)

• Ability to follow all health and safety policies and procedures
• Ability to learn and practice all security procedures related to unlocking, locking, and securing buildings and keys
• Ability to resolve customers' concerns in a timely manner

UC Davis, Temporary Employment Services (TES) provides temporary staffing to UC Davis Campus and UC Davis Health in Sacramento. Titles and job locations vary depending on the assignment. TES Custodians perform cleaning, housekeeping, and custodial duties similar to those described above.

• Salary 25.00/hr
• Salary Frequency Biweekly
• Payroll Title Custodian, Sr. Custodian
• Number of Positions Unlimited
• Appointment Type Limited
• Percentage of Time 100%
• Shift Hours Various
• Location Davis
• Union Representation SX
• Benefits Eligible Mid-Level
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site On-Site

• High quality and low-cost medical plans
• Holidays, vacation and sick time per UC Davis policy
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities
• Work Life and Wellness program and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program with free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance including life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Retirement benefit options such as Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion and support through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

• Manipulate or assemble objects
• Lift, push, pull, or move objects up to 50 lbs
• Wear and maintain approved safety equipment such as gloves and eye protection
• Stoop, bend, walk and stand for interrupted periods of time
• May work at heights up to 10 feet with a ladder

• Variable shifts including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; float to other units/areas/buildings
• May work alone in isolated areas, travel from building to building at night, or in high-traffic environments
• May be exposed to very sick patients and hazardous wastes (blood, body fluids, biohazard, pharmacy waste, chemo waste, needles, sharp waste)
• May work in areas where hazardous materials are present
• A valid CA Driver's License may be required
• May be required to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System
• May be required to wear uniform and/or protective clothing and/or gear
• Responsible for following safety procedures and guidelines

• Position may be subject to background check and drug screen; employment contingent upon completion of background investigation, criminal history, identity checks, and drug screen.
• Must comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs and any applicable public health directives.
• Final candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions related to misconduct within the last seven years.

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