Job Details
Job Title: Custodian Coordinator - Facilities Operations, Planning and Transportation - Central Services/ Modesto Junior College
Site: Yosemite Community College District/Central Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution
Salary Range / Other:
$4,931 to $6,178 per month - Range [contact details available in the full listing] Classified Salary Schedule) Appointments are hired at the first step of the range. The second step is paid after the first year of satisfactory service with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum sixth step.
Workplace: Modesto Junior College; Modesto, CA
40 hours per week, 12 months per year
Tuesday through Friday: 3:00pm – 11:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
(Evening and weekend hours may be required)
Benefits:
The District currently pays for a health options for the employee and dependents. Employees may elect to pay a premium for a higher health option. Vision care and dental insurance premiums for the employee and dependents is District paid. Income protection and life insurance premiums for the employee are also District paid. The estimated cost of District provided benefits (health, dental, vision, and life) is $24,408 annually.
Job Description:
DEFINITION Under direction, oversees and leads staff during an assigned shift and oversees daily operations related to maintaining the cleanliness of assigned facility areas, groups of buildings, and office spaces based on a predetermined schedule; investigates and resolves issues and concerns related to general campus maintenance and security; coordinates custodial services in support of special campus events and activities; and performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the coordinator class of the Custodial Series within the Yosemite Community College District (YCCD). Positions in this class oversee custodial employees to ensure that the cleanliness of campus facilities is maintained on a continuous basis. Depending upon the assignment, an incumbent may also assist with routine custodial activities as needed. This class can be distinguished from the lower-level class of Custodian because that class is the journey level where incumbents perform the full range of custodial duties but do not have regular lead worker responsibilities. Incumbents in this class serve as the first-level coordinator over subordinate staff, with broad responsibility for all custodial operations during an assigned shift.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Incumbents in this class work under the direction of a manager, receiving occasional supervision while working toward a definite objective that requires use of a wide range of procedures. Incumbents plan and/or determine specific procedures or equipment required to meet assigned objectives and solve nonroutine problems, referring only unusual matters to the supervisor. Incumbents provide first level oversight for an assigned area or shift, with full scope coordination responsibility over subordinate employees on an ongoing basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Education/Experience, Knowledge and Ability requirements are representative of essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge of:
- Principles, methods, and procedures of organization, supervision, and employee motivation.
- Methods, materials, and equipment utilized in a comprehensive cleaning and building maintenance operation.
- Employee training needs pertaining to custodial work.
- Basic principles of administration including procurement and personnel management.
- Requirements for maintaining facilities in a clean, and sanitary condition.
- Safe working methods and procedures.
Ability to:
- Estimate accurately time and materials required in the conduct of a comprehensive custodial operation.
- Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise a comprehensive cleaning and building maintenance operation.
- Maintain a variety of files and records, and prepare and present clear and concise reports.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of the work.
Education and Experience:
Pattern I
- Experience: One-year equivalent to a Custodian Lead in YCCD.
OR
Pattern II
- Education: Possession of a High School diploma or GED.
- Experience: Four years performing duties related to the care and cleaning of buildings and facilities, including at least one year in a lead worker or supervisor capacity.
Example of Duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Plans, coordinates and supervises the cleaning of District facilities; assigns, directs, monitors and evaluates the work of subordinate custodial staff; determines day-to-day priorities; provides direction and guidance to staff and makes decisions regarding daily activities; coordinates and approves schedules and shift coverage; participates in employee hiring processes; reports matters that could potentially lead to discipline to the appropriate management supervisor.
- Plans, develops, schedules and coordinates long-range facility cleaning and related maintenance programs; organizes and coordinates comprehensive and thorough cleaning activities on a periodic basis.
- Confers with the site management team and others to determine special setup requirements; assigns and schedules staff as needed to accommodate special activities and events.
- Reviews and inspects campus facilities to ensure against safety hazards and to ensure that a standard of cleanliness is maintained; counsels employees and others regarding standards of cleanliness, sanitation, safety and security.
- Plans, coordinates and provides orientation and training programs for employees regarding safety, cleaning products/methods, cleanliness standards and other matters; ensures that all employees have been properly trained regarding hazardous materials, equipment use and other aspects of job safety.
- Assists with campus events and emergencies; may include, but not limited to snow removal, flooding, storm clean-up, graduation, traffic control and signage for events and emergencies.
- Establishes and monitors supply and equipment inventories; tests new custodial supplies and equipment; reviews and approves purchase requisitions; researches and recommends major acquisitions as needed.
- Develops, recommends and implements departmental policies, procedures and guidelines; prepares correspondence, reports and other documents as needed.
- Attends meetings; participates on committees and/or task forces as assigned.
- May perform minor repairs on small equipment such as vacuums, extractors and scrubbers.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Licenses and Certificates:
Work is typically performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
Physical and Mental Standards:
- Mobility: ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps; walk or stand for extended periods.
- Dexterity: must have a full range of motion in the upper extremities; manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects.
- Lifting: frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items up to 75 pounds.
- Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
- Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
- Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact.
*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work is typically performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
Additional Applicant Information:
Applications are accepted online only at:
https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/employmentopportunities/
Select Job Openings, Select Search Jobs, Select Job Title, Create an account and Apply to this job.
Classified:
This is a classified bargaining unit position.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Only online application packets will be accepted including:
- YCCD Administrative online application, including contact information for at least three professional references.
- Resume
- Personal letter of interest
Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee which will select candidates to be interviewed. Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. In accordance with Board policy official offers of employment will be made only by the Chancellor or Vice Chancellor/Human Resources, YCCD. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees. Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.
BACKGROUND CHECK: A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.
The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at: https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf
Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.
In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:
District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District
2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358
Open Date: 10/29/2026
Close Date: 11/19/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Organization
On behalf of everyone at the Yosemite Community College District Office, Modesto Junior College and Columbia College, we welcome you to our District. All of our employees throughout the District are dedicated to excellence in serving our students. Even with all the fiscal issues that we are facing within the State of California, our staff has been working miracles with continuously reduced budgets. We continue to serve our students well, and provide them with great opportunities and a quality education. As the Chancellor, I am very proud of their efforts and dedication.
One of my greatest challenges is to ensure the educational quality and fiscal stability of our institutions. One way this is accomplished is through long-range planning. There are many exciting things on the horizon for the Colleges of the YCCD - especially with all the construction and completion of our Measure E building projects. We are very grateful to the community for your support of these efforts. Students will benefit for years to come; we extend to you heartfelt thanks.
The Mission of the Yosemite Community College District is: "The YCCD is committed to responding to the needs of our diverse community through excellence in teaching, learning and support programs contributing to social, cultural and economic development and wellness." We take this mission statement seriously; it is the one key element that we base all our efforts on - it is our charge to provide excellent, meaningful service to the community.
As educators, we always focus on offering life-changing opportunities for our students; that is our business. One of the most enjoyable experiences in my 30 year higher education career has been witnessing lives changing right before my eyes as students graduate or achieve their educational goals. When they go on to create successful lives for themselves, their families and their communities I know we have done our job! This is the reward of the work that we collectively do at the Yosemite Community College District. I most cordially invite you to become more involved in our dynamic educational community called the YCCD.
Most sincerely,
Joan E. Smith, Ed.D.
Columbia College is a dynamic institution of learners and creative thinkers dedicated to high standards of student success. We prepare students to be fully engaged in an evolving world by offering comprehensive and high quality programs and services. Columbia College is committed to a culture of improvement through measuring student learning across the institution. We strive for excellence, foster a spirit of professionalism and embrace diversity.
Modesto Junior College, one of the oldest community colleges in the state, was organized in 1921 to serve the first junior college district established under a State Legislature Enabling Act. Modesto Junior College was established to meet the needs of the community. Today the college strives to maintain the same objective—that of dedication and service to the community.
