Custodian at Hartnell Community College
About the Employer
Hartnell College is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in California. Founded in 1920 as Salinas Junior College, the school was renamed Hartnell College in 1948, and the Hartnell Community College District was established the following year. The College is preparing to join with its students, employees, alums and the greater community to celebrate its Centennial, beginning in Fall 2019. Hartnell moved into a new building on its current 54-acre site, at 411 Central Ave. in Salinas in 1936. The Main Campus is located in Monterey County, just a 25-minute drive from the scenic Monterey Peninsula and the Monterey Regional Airport. Its Alisal Campus in east Salinas, opened in 2014, houses its Agricultural Business and Technology Institute, its Sustainable Design and Construction Center, a diesel program, an automotive technology program and its computer science program. Hartnell also holds classes at its education center in King City, opened in 2002, and at numerous off-campus locations in north and south Monterey County. Thanks to a $167 million local bond measure – known as Measure T – approved by district voters in 2016, it is preparing to expand that facility and open new centers in Soledad and Castroville, as well as a new state-of-the-art building for its nursing and allied health programs on the Main Campus. Along with renovation of two classroom buildings and new landscaping, also on the Main Campus, those projects are scheduled for completion by 2021. The College serves the Salinas Valley, a fertile agricultural region some 10 miles wide and 100 miles long, as well as part of southern San Benito County. It draws most of its annual enrollment of 17,000 students from Salinas and the communities of Bradley, Castroville, Chualar, Gonzales, Greenfield, Jolon, King City, Lockwood, Moss Landing, San Ardo, San Lucas and Soledad. Students also come from Monterey Peninsula communities and elsewhere in California’s Central Coast, as well as from other states and countries. All are drawn Hartnell's academic excellence and focus on the success of students in its four-year transfer, nursing and technical programs, as well as a proud tradition in intercollegiate athletics, with 12 men’s and women’s teams.
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Custodian
Hartnell Community College
Salary: $4,028.83 - $4,897.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full-Time Classified
Job Number: 202300134
Location: Main Campus 411 Central Avenue, Salinas
Department: Maintance and Operations
Closing: 10/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Under supervision, to keep assigned buildings, classrooms, laboratories, hallways, lavatories and office spaces clean and orderly; to perform custodial tasks in the care of floors, chalkboards, white boards, furniture, walls, and equipment; and to perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class perform routine custodial duties during day or evening shift. A major portion of the incumbent's time is spent in cleaning varied surfaces on a schedule requiring incumbents to maximize the efficiency of cleaning procedures. Incumbents typically perform duties under the supervision of a Custodial Supervisor. The following duties are typical of the positions in the class collectively, but no one position would normally include all of these duties, nor is any one position necessarily limited to any one of these duties. Positions in this class perform work which is highly structured, which seldom varies, and which is performed in accordance with established instructions. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Work is reviewed periodically upon completion and while in progress. Incumbents are expected to refer most variations in work to the supervisor for instructions.
Examples of Duties
Sweeps, scrubs, mops, and waxes and otherwise cleans and preserves floors; vacuums, spot cleans, and shampoos rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, laboratories, and other work areas; dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture and woodwork; empties and cleans waste receptacles and pencil sharpeners; cleans and restocks restrooms; washes windows, chalkboards, white boards, and walls; polishes metal work; takes routine care of custodial equipment and materials; moves and arranges furniture and equipment; sets up theater, cafeteria, and classrooms for special events and meetings; makes minor non-technical repairs to building and fixtures; replaces lights; cleans and adjusts shades and blinds; adjusts desks and other furniture; turns lights on and off; unlocks and locks doors and gates; picks up paper and debris; picks up trash containers and empties into large bins; may assist others in making repairs; cleans and seals bleachers; cleans vandalized walls and surfaces as necessary; and performs related work as required.
Typical Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Use basic methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work;
- Good work habits;
- Appropriate safety precautions and procedures;
- Basic tools used in the routine maintenance of campus buildings and facilities.
ABILITY TO:
- Learn schedules, procedures, and the use of tools and equipment used in custodial work;
- Work without immediate supervision;
- Learn to use cleaning materials, disinfectants, and equipment used in custodial work;
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Supplemental Information
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities stated above and the ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is entry-level experience performing routine janitorial, custodial, or cleaning work demanding heavy physical stamina and promptness.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
LIGHT WORK:
Positions in this class perform work which involves the frequent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects which may approximate 50 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 100 pounds.
MOBILITY:
Positions in this class require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; Some positions in this class require the mobility to stand, stoop, reach, and bend.
OTHER CONDITIONS:
Most incumbents in this class are required to work evening shifts.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Regular, full-time, 12 months per year classified position. Weekly Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:00 p.m. -11:00 p.m. Salary range 5 on the L39 salary schedule: $4,028.83 to $4,897/monthly (5 Steps); District provides health benefits, which currently consist of full medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and a high percentage of coverage for eligible dependents. District-paid life, accident and income protection insurance is provided for the employee only. Must become a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
- Resume
- Cover letter
Fostering a Culture of Care
Caring Campus, developed by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change (IEBC), is dedicated to creating a culture of care within community colleges. The objective of IEBC's Caring Campus program is to increase student retention and success. We understand that when students feel connected to their college, they are more likely to succeed academically.
At Hartnell College, we embrace the Caring Campus culture. By implementing intentional, campus-wide behavioral commitments, we enhance our existing student success initiatives and create an environment where care and support are integral.
Join us on this journey of fostering a caring environment where students thrive. Together, we can transform Hartnell College into a place where care and success go hand in hand, empowering our students to reach their full potential.
Applicant Acknowledgment
I understand that working in a community college environment requires a strong commitment to serving students and community members from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. I recognize the importance of fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment that promotes equitable access, student success, and a sense of belonging for all individuals at Hartnell College.
EEO Statement
Hartnell Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.
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