Senior Custodian, Dining Services at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California

Overview

Job ID 37007688
Category Campus Facilities and Support Services
Organization Auxiliary Services
Department Dining Services
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $43,952 - $60,322
Date Posted January 20, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule Variable
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Close Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

UC Riverside's Dining Services is recruiting for a Senior Custodian. The full salary range for the Senior Custodian is $25.00 - $28.89 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.***Please note the realized minimum pay for this position will be $25 an hour.***Work in all phases of routine/emergency cleaning and general maintenance of all UCR Dining and Hospitality Services, including Dining and Child Development facilities. Scope of work will include, but is not limited to, cleaning windows, mirrors, floors, walls, ceilings, furniture, carpets, appliances, drinking fountains and all related fixtures. Areas cleaned include kitchen areas, dining rooms, offices, resident rooms, classrooms, bathrooms and showers. Cleaning lounges and apartments including stoves, ovens and refrigerators. Cleaning and sanitizing food production areas, kitchen equipment, counters, exhaust filters and hoods. Preparation of rooms for summer conference groups and special events by cleaning rooms, moving furniture, making up beds with linens and towel exchanges. Performing "set-up" duties and restoring area per contracts for catered, conference groups and special events. Cleaning and sanitizing Child Development Center to state mandated standards. All accomplished by sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, buffing using various equipment to strip, wax, polish, clean, remove graffiti and maintain the appearance/cleanliness of buildings. Move furniture, fixtures and equipment for proper cleaning. Clean-up biohazards such as blood, vomit, rodent droppings, dead animals and raw sewage. Move/empty trash containers/recycling containers and dumpsters. Clean-up construction debris from new construction and major refurbishment/remodeling projects. Maintain exteriors by sweeping and/or "blowing down" sidewalks, stairs, or cleaning with high-pressure washers and riding sidewalk scrubbers. Assist with pool maintenance, cleaning and adding water/chemicals as needed.Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Experience Requirements ExperienceRequirement6 months experience in a custodial cleaning operation or an equivalent combination of training and experience. RequiredProven experience to safely use cleaners, solvents, and chemicals common to custodial work and the ability to clean areas on ceilings, walls, and floors requiring constant turning, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting and crouching. RequiredDemonstrated experience performing custodial work in dining and kitchen facilities in compliance with health codes and procedures and knowledge of and experience in the prevention of food contamination in kitchen and dining facilities. Preferred License Requirements LicenseRequirementRequired to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.Required Special Conditions Special ConditionRequirementOvertimeRequiredShift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours)RequiredMust wear University issued shirt and name tag.RequiredMust successfully complete a pre-employment background check.RequiredMust possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles, if driving a university/personal vehicle for university related business.Required Minimum Requirements Knowledge of the safe and proper clean-up of bio-hazards such as rodent droppings, vomit, blood and raw sewage and working knowledge on the proper use of Material Safety Data Sheets. Basic knowledge in the safe and proper procedures when asbestos, lead paint, or mold is suspected when performing any of the essential job functions and knowledge of the applicable federal and state regulations governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job, including SB 198 (Illness and Injury Prevention Program). Proven ability to perform physically demanding work, safely lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds to and from pickup trucks, carts, and loading docks using hand trucks, dollies or other moving devices. Ability to safely work on ladders up to eighteen feet high, experience in the safe use of equipment and machinery common to custodial work including, but not limited to, floor stripping/buffing machines, vacuums, high pressure washers, carpet cleaning machines (bonnet, dry, hydro extraction, etc.) squeegees and brushes. Ability to work in inclement weather, dusty, wet, vaporous and smelly environments that may include, but not limited to, cleaning solvents, paints, sawdust, various construction/demolition dust and debris, raw sewage, vomit, rain, high heat and humidity. Demonstrated ability to work in areas for prolonged periods of time with constant noise from machinery such as vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaning "steam" machines, drying, supply and exhaust fans. Ability to read and understand written or verbal instructions in English and reply both verbally and in writing. Prior experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and the ability to choose the proper materials and equipment to accomplish the work in the most expeditious and safe manner. Knowledge of basic computer skills including but not limited to checking emails and using Outlook calendar. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of how to read and understand chemical safety data sheets. Knowledge of multi-purpose room set-ups, including but not limited to, classroom, theater and banquet style seating. Knowledge of chemicals used in cleaning restaurants and their proper usage and storage. Ability to train and direct student assistants in the performance of custodial duties.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview