Job Details

Salary : $45,816.00 - $55,830.00 Annually
Location : Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type: Classified Staff
Job Number: 158
Department: Facilities & Operations
Opening Date: 10/30/2025
Closing Date: 11/21/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions
A message from Erika Endrijonas Ph.D., Superintendent/President, Santa Barbara City College

Welcome to Santa Barbara City College (SBCC)! Congratulations on making the next step in your career at a community institution that is anchored in opportunity, access, and education. So much goes into making SBCC a top institution and exceptional individuals like yourself are a part of our vision, mission, and commitment to the success of every student at SBCC.
At SBCC we are building a culture, active and committed to academic excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism among our faculty, staff, and students. As a community, we believe that diversity comes in many forms. We understand that individuals are multidimensional, shaped by the intersections of a variety of life experiences and factors. We recognize and challenge the inequities that stem from the complex world in which we live and embrace the many facets of people that make up our wonderful College. And as a leader among community colleges we take pride in our ability to solve problems for the benefit of our students and the community.
We seek college employees, like you, who will take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for our students. And, in return, we make every effort to make this a great place to work. If this appeals to you and you are ready to make the commitment we invite you to join our community and embrace our commitments and values.
Vision Statement:

Santa Barbara City College strives to build a socially conscious community where knowledge and respect empower individuals to transform our world.
Mission Statement:

Santa Barbara City College welcomes all students. The College provides a diverse learning environment and opportunities for students to enrich their lives, advance their careers, complete certificates, earn associate degrees, and transfer to four-year institutions.
The College is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, respectful, participatory, and supportive community dedicated to the success of every student.
College Facts (as of Fall 2024)

• Instruction, administrative, and support services are provided by 211 full-time faculty, 433 adjunct faculty, and 309 full-time staff and management.
• Santa Barbara City College currently enrolls approximately 13,611 students, the majority of whom are from racially diverse populations as follows: African American/Black - 2.4%; American Indian/Alaskan Native: 0.3%; Asian/Filipino/Pacific Islander- 5.5%; Hispanic/Latinx - 42.4%; two or more races - 6.1%; Unknown - 2.6%; and White: 40.2%.
• 47% of SBCC's students are under age 19, 28.2% are between the ages 20 and 24, 16.3% are between the ages of 25 and 39, and 8.5% are 40 or older.
• 35.6% of SBCC's students attend full time (12 units or more), and 64.4% of SBCC students attend part- time.
• SBCC's Wellness Hub (The WELL) was the first stand-alone health & wellness center among California's 116 community colleges, and now its model is being adapted statewide via a digital "Wellness Companion Hub."
• SBCC secured $34 million in state matching funds to replace the Physical Education Building Replacement Project-an exciting, student-centered development that exemplifies the mission of Measure P: to revitalize and modernize our cherished campus while preserving its excellence for future generations.
• In 2009, SBCC gained the status of Hispanic Serving Institution, which among many other benefits, made the college eligible to apply for federal grants geared toward strengthening institutional capacity and building programs to increase the success of Hispanic and other underrepresented students.

Basic Functions

Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor, perform routine custodial duties to maintain assigned College

buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition during an assigned shift.

Representative Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform routine custodial duties to maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition; sweep, scrub, mop, strip, wax and polish floors; vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices and other work areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; spot mop spills.
• Clean classrooms, lounges, offices, hallways and other facilities as assigned; dust and polish furniture, equipment and woodwork; empty waste receptacles; collect recyclables; remove debris and graffiti as needed; clean chalkboards, whiteboards, chalk trays and erasers; empty pencil sharpeners.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; fill dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper, seat covers and other items; clean mirrors, tile, walls, doors and windows; unclog drains and toilets.
• Pick up paper and other debris from floors, campus grounds, walkways and areas adjacent to campus facilities; sweep concrete surfaces adjacent to campus buildings.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment as needed; set-up and assemble chairs, tables and other furniture and equipment for special events and activities as assigned; clean up furniture, equipment and debris following these events.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber machines and blowers.
• Lock and unlock doors, gates and windows as appropriate; turn lights on and off as needed; maintain security of assigned areas according to established guidelines.
• Perform a variety of routine general maintenance and repairs as assigned; report need for maintenance and repairs to appropriate authority.
• Report safety, sanitary, security and fire hazards to appropriate personnel.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities.

Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiar with night operations
• Familiar with safety and emergency protocols
• Basic knowledge of cleaning duties and cleaning equipment

WORKING HOURS:

Monday-Thursday 8pm-4:30am, Friday 3:30pm-11:30pm
Hours may vary. 12 months per year, plus fringe benefits; 6 month probation period depending on employee classification. All work schedules and work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the college.
SALARY INFORMATION:
The current salary range for the Custodian position is Salary Table 29, Range 15, $45,816 - $51,813. Nine step salary range continues to a maximum of $55,830. Graveyard shift subject to 7.5% differential. Initial placement based on experience with annual advancement to the next higher step.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Proper methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in modern custodial work.
• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning floors, carpets, furniture, walls, and fixtures.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Requirements of maintaining College buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Proper lifting techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform routine custodial duties to maintain assigned College buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition during an assigned shift.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate a variety of custodial equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment.
• Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Meet schedules and timelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of custodial equipment.

Walking or standing for extended periods of time.

Seeing to perform custodial duties.

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally
HAZARDS:

Exposure to cleaning agents and chemicals.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS(Upon Offer of Employment):

• The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis prior to the start of employment.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires verification of identity and the right to work in the United States.
• Selected candidates must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Proof of college coursework or degrees indicated will be required of selected candidates.
• All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees.

APPLICATION PROCESS

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:

(The following required documents must be submitted electronically via the online application system.)

1. Online District Application form at
2. Within the online application is a required supplemental question on diversity. The committee will be reviewing your answer as part of the screening process. Please take your time and answer the question thoroughly.
3. Letters of reference are not required for this recruitment. Please do not submit reference letters within your online application.
4. Within the online application, there is a required section to list five references. These references will be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position. These references should be able to critically assess your work qualifications and job performance

Additional Instructions:If you experience technical difficulties attaching any of your documents electronically, please contact Human Resources for instructions. If you do not have a scanner, there are commercial facilities available to assist you with this process. All required documents must be submitted with your electronic application by the application deadline or your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Application Procedure:To be considered for this position, a complete online application including all required application documents (listed above) must be submitted via by the application deadline (please see instructions to applicants). It is important that the online District Application form (Item #1) be complete and specific to fully indicate the education, experience and other qualifications of the applicant. "See Resume" is not acceptable.

If you apply for more than one position, copies of all the required documents must be attached separately for each position. Applications and all documents submitted become the property of SBCC and are retained electronically.
Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:

If you are selected for an interview and need special services or facilities to participate in the interview, please contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
Selection Procedure:

SBCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, military and veteran status, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - TITLE IX EMPLOYER

• The District offers a cafeteria style plan in which employees are given a district allowance and may choose from a number of medical and dental plans. Life and income protection insurances are also available.
• Vacation days (based on assigned hours) are earned and accumulated on a monthly basis.
• Sick leave is earned at the rate of one day (based on the number of assigned hours) per month, and is accumulative from year to year.
• Credit Union: The Santa Barbara Teachers Federal Credit Union offers a variety of services.
• Retirement: Employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Social Security, and Medicare.
• Coastal Housing Partnership: home buying educational seminars, mortgage refinance benefits, and rental assistance programs available to full-time staff and faculty.
• Employee Assistance Program: provides confidential counseling and referral services for job-related or personal problems to employees, dependents and household members.

Eligibility for the benefits below are dependent on job classification:

• Degree differential for employees who have degrees above required minimum qualifications (upon receipt of official transcripts).
• Bilingual differential (English/Spanish)
• Holidays: 17 holidays per year.

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What does it mean for you to have a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion? How have you demonstrated that commitment? How would you see yourself demonstrating your commitment in this position at Santa Barbara City College?
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