Housekeeper/Custodian (Part-time ONLY)

Job Description:

Housekeeper/Custodian (Part-time ONLY)

Description

About the Opportunity

****THIS RECRUITMENT WILL CLOSE AFTER 100 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED****

The Housekeeper/Custodian classification works in both the medical/clinic and facilities/maintenance settings. In the medical/clinic setting, this position will be responsible for disinfecting rooms and equipment, collecting and disposing of infectious waste, and maintaining office areas, conference rooms, bathrooms, and general areas. In the facilities/maintenance setting, this position will be responsible for maintaining County buildings. Assignments may include maintaining office areas, conference rooms, and bathrooms, operating heavy floor and cleaning equipment and performing other custodial duties. Individuals in either specialty work under general supervision, with duties increasing in responsibility and independence as warranted. The Housekeeper-Custodian position is subject to shift hours. Performs related duties as assigned.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: JULY 17, 2026 , OR 100 APPLICATIONS
Written Examination: TENTATIVELY WEEK OF AUGUST 3rd, 2026

THE POSITION

The General Services Agency Facilities Maintenance team is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining clean, safe, sustainable, and high-quality working environments for over 4,900 County employees. The department is currently looking to fill two vacancies. The Housekeeper/Custodian position is subject to shift hours and weekend work and may be eligible for shift differential compensation.

This position is required to participate in a full background investigation with the District Attorney's office upon job offer.

Questions? We're Here to Help!
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, the recruitment process, or need assistance with your application, please contact the Recruitment Analyst at 209-525-6559.

Typical Tasks

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Vacuum, spot clean and shampoo carpets;
• Sweep, strip-wax, damp mop, wax and buff bathroom and office floors, building entrances, stairwells, and hallways; operate heavy floor equipment, including buffers and scrubbers.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms, drinking fountains, furniture and equipment, office areas, hallways, conference rooms; lobbies, general areas, entrances, and stairwells, both indoor and outdoor; wipe down surfaces, spray large areas wearing personal protective equipment;
• Clean and empty wastebaskets and trash cans, dispose of contents and reline cans, replenish bathroom supplies including toilet paper, soap, and paper towel;

• Clean, dust, polish and shampoo furniture;
• Clean and dust baseboards and light fixtures;
• Clean air vent covers;
• Arrange conference rooms, move tables, desks, chairs, files, and other furniture as needed;
• Clean and maintain janitorial equipment, keeps track of supply level and requests replenishment as needed;
• Deliver, move, and collect supplies, linen, furniture, and other items;
• Prepare reports and report necessary repairs and hazards; and
• Train less experienced staff.

When Assigned to a medical/clinical setting

• Collect and dispose of medical infectious waste in accordance with all mandated standards;
• Clean and disinfect infectious patient examination rooms and medical equipment;
• Replace and remove soiled linen; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

When Assigned to General Services Agency

• Respond to unplanned orders to clean up things such as homeless debris, vandalism, clogged toilets, and hazardous materials such as used syringes, feces, vomit, blood, dead birds, bird droppings, and large amounts of trash;
• Clean parking lots and other outdoor areas;
• Make minor repairs such as tightening nuts and bolts, and changing light bulbs; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

Knowledge

• Appropriate custodial equipment, supplies and solutions which are needed to perform specific custodial tasks;
• Safe procedures for disinfecting and/or disposing of contaminated equipment, materials and indoor and outdoor areas; and
• Modern and effective methods and techniques used for cleaning and maintaining building fixtures and facilities, such as shampooing carpets, stripping floor wax and disinfecting bathroom fixtures.

Skills/Abilities:

• Efficiently operate light to moderate heavy cleaning equipment;
• Learn to clean and disinfect a variety of surfaces and areas;
• Use proper precautions when dealing with infectious materials and chemical or biological hazards encountered in the course or work;
• Physically perform job tasks such as push, pull or lift tables, desks, chairs, etc.;
• Understand and efficiently follow simple oral and/or written instructions from supervisor regarding custodial duties;
• Perform custodial duties with increasingly minimal directions from supervisor;
• Proficiently speak, read, write, and understand the English language;

• Interpret SDS sheets, hazard warnings and ingredient lists and to communicate concerns to supervisor or manager;

• Understand poison warnings and ingredient listings on container or solution labels; and
• Write out supply requisitions.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications.

Education/Experience

• Six (6) months of full-time, professional janitorial experience performing general custodial duties.

This is a Veterans' Preference Program eligible job classification. For more information please click here .

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• Three (3) months of professional experience operating floor care equipment.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE
Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitment consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website athttp://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/under the "Disability" tab.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

Part-time extra-help is a provisional classification where permanent status may not be obtained. This position is subject to overtime, standby, shift, and callback assignments and will perform related duties as assigned. This position is non-benefited except for participation in a 401a program with Nationwide.

Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation.

RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS

Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS

Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed.

DISCLAIMER

Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.

Closing Date/Time: 7/17/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$19.49 - $23.68 Hourly