Per Diem Senior Custodian (evening, night shifts)

Job Summary

This position includes but is not limited to performing semi-skilled and skilled cleaning, housekeeping and/or general maintenance duties in all areas on the UCDH campus; waste handling for regular, regulated medical waste (rmw) and linen waste and perform other duties as assigned. Ensures all necessary procedures for equipment are used in accordance with departmental safety policies. This position is physically demanding and will require a great deal of lifting, stretching, walking and bending.

Apply By Date: 07/02/2026 at 11:59PM. Interviews may occur at any time.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Customer service experience.
• Skills to organize and prioritize workload to complete work effectively.
• Verbal and written communication skills to read, write and follow oral and written instructions in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and skills to operate power machines such as floor care equipment and trash compactors.
• Skills to use mobile devices, vocera and other communication devices.
• Skills to use computers, access email and other necessary UC programs.
• Skills to work collaboratively and independently within a diverse team and fast paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 75% - General Cleaning
• 20% - Waste Handling
• 5% - Floorcare Maintenance

Department Overview

The Environmental Services (EVS) Department is responsible for all aspects of housekeeping functions/services in all UCDH owned and leased facilities.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $26.46
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 124
• UC Job Title: MED CTR CUSTODIAN SR PD
• UC Job Code: 005081
• Number of Positions: Multiple
• Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20%
• Shift (Work Schedule): MH PM, OL PM, MH NOC
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001), Non-Hospital Outlying
• Union Representation: SX-Service Workers
• Benefits Eligible: No
• This position is 100% on-site

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Position is subject to a Functional Capacity Assessment for new hires, a Criminal Background Investigation, and a Physical Evaluation. Incumbent must be willing and able to work variable shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, and float to other units/areas/buildings/runs. This position may include tasks in patient care areas where there are patients under isolation precautions. Uniform and/or protective clothing and/or gear will be provided. Job training and orientation will be provided.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

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