Custodian, Entry
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Listed
- 19 days ago
About the role
The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a Custodian, Entry to join its team.
The Custodian, Entry
Performs standard custodial procedures as required. Determines need to repair and/or replace equipment and supplies. Participates in the Custodial Pay for Knowledge and Skills Program including on-the-job training. Performs all appropriate level tasks and demonstrates proficiency as outlined in the Custodial Pay for Skills section, independently or as part of a team, as assigned by the supervisor. Trains custodians and other employees on specific skills and tasks as required.
Job Accountabilities
- Cleans and services restrooms.
- Performs general cleaning and related housekeeping service functions.
- Ensures that custodial standards are met.
- Maintains safe and secure areas.
- Maintains cleaning closets and orders supplies as needed.
- Reports maintenance problems to supervisor.
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
- Performs floor care duties as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
- 6-months of custodial experience, or related experience
- Basic knowledge of general cleaning. Minimal familiarity with cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Familiar with standard safety practices and equipment and other requirements for workplace safety.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to speak and understand English.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year or more of custodial experience
Benefits
- USC’s Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:
- Tuition assistance for you and your family
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options - 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC - 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes
Hourly Range
The hourly range for this position is $18.75/hr. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to speak and understand English.
Preferred Qualifications
1 year or more of custodial experience
- Notice of Non-discrimination
- Employment Equity
- Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
- USC is a smoke-free environment
- Digital Accessibility
Additional information
If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser:
About USC FPM
FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.
Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
Equal opportunity and legal notices
USC 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, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at, or by email at. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
From USC's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 22, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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