Senior Custodian

CUSTODIAN SR (005116)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT047500-JC005116-PD168113

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1000854

Approved Date:

1/15/2026 2:39:50 PM

Date Last Edited:

1/15/2026 2:39:47 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

3/24/2014

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1210O

Organization:

SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ARCHITECTURE

Division Code:

1211D

Division:

PUBLIC ARTS UNIT

Department:

047500 - HAMMER MUSEUM

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT047500-JC005116-PD168113

Position Description ID

168113

UC Payroll Title:

CUSTODIAN SR (005116)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

SX: Service

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40102817

Reports to Payroll Title:

FAC MGT SPEC 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40038248

Department Head Payroll Title:

FAC MGR 1

CLOSE SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent is assigned duties according to specific procedures. Work is checked frequently, and in addition there may be formal training.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Custodian is responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of the Hammer Museum. Performs all duties associated with cleaning the Museum in various areas and provides additional assistance throughout the facility as directed.  Responsibilities include setup and breakdown for various functions and events; assisting with installation and removal of furniture and equipment; and operation of various types of maintenance equipment. Assists in changing light bulbs and performs various other maintenance duties as assigned (e.g., painting, assembly of furniture, assisting in office moves).

The Hammer Museum believes in the promise of art and ideas to illuminate our lives and build a more just world. We champion the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light, to experience the unexpected, to ignite our imaginations. The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide significant insight into some of the most pressing cultural, political, and social questions of our time. We present the unique and invaluable perspectives that artists have on the world around us. A vibrant intellectual and creative nexus, the Hammer is fueled by dynamic exhibitions and programs—including lectures, symposia, film series, readings, and musical performances—that spark meaningful encounters with artistic expression.

Janitorial

1. Perform all duties associated with the cleaning of public, administrative, and support areas of the museum, including but not limited to galleries, courtyard, theater, café, loading dock, offices, storage, and pantries.

2. Perform the following duties: mop (wet and dry), sweep, clean windows, vacuum, polish chrome, steam clean carpets, scrub, wax and polish floors, scrub and sanitize restrooms, clean light fixtures, empty trash and recycling bins, stocks supplies, remove graffiti, and clean galleries.

3. Notify Lead Custodian or Operations Manager when janitorial supplies are low by monitoring inventory and report problems of maintenance equipment.

4. Work with other staff to setup, support, and cleanup before, during, and after meetings and special events.

5. Maintain equipment, organize, and clean the facilities/janitorial supply room. Stock supplies on a daily basis.

6. Perform any other cleaning or maintenance duties as needed within the scope of the job throughout the museum.

60%

Facilities

1. Responsible for setup and breakdown of furniture for programs, events, and day to day activities as needed throughout the museum.

2. Assist with incoming and outgoing deliveries within the museum.

3. Assist with furniture and equipment installation and removal.

4. Assist with incoming and outgoing mail duties. Operate mail processing machine as needed.

5. Operate various types of maintenance equipment, including but not limited to vacuums, sweepers, carpet extractors, and floor machines.

6. Serve as work leader for part-time and temporary personnel (including students) when needed.

7. Responsible for assisting in changing light bulbs throughout the museum as needed.

8. Maintain inventory and stocks brochures and calendars within the museum.

9. Provide feedback and input to the Manager, Facilities in the selection and purchase of cleaning supplies and maintenance equipment.

10. Work with other departments to adjust and troubleshoot as needed during event or program setup, staging, and strike.

11. Assist in movement of various items, including boxed documents, catalogs, books, and any inventory to and from offsite storage as needed.

12. Report any maintenance repair or safety issues to Manager, Facilities or Director, Operations for repair or assessment.

13. Read event timelines to ensure proper setup of events and programs focusing on the facilities requirements and requests.

40%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

1+ year

Custodial experience

Required

Working knowledge of all aspects of custodial cleaning and/or general maintenance duties and services; knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment utilized by custodial staff, including achievement of operational level skills.

Required

Ability to coordinate work projects, direct, and inspect the work of subordinates.

Required

Ability to lead small groups of individuals to successfully accomplish tasks. Ability to train and guide work study students

Required

Knowledge of proper use of the various floor care machines utilized by custodial staff e.g. stripping machine, waxer/buffer, water pick-ups, etc.

Required

Ability to identify and correct inaccuracies in workmanship; communicate customer concerns to supervision.

Required

Ability to maintain highest quality of custodial service at level consistent with University and department standards.

Required

Skill in reading technical instructions related to custodial work in order to comprehend equipment operating instructions and/or documents related to thejob functions.

Required

Oral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise, and grammatically correct information.

Required

Ability to write standard English text at the complete sentence level to write inspection reports, complete forms and supply orders; Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors, and outside agencies.

Required

Working knowledge of standard safe work practices.

Required

Ability to use various cleaning materials to maintain museum clean and orderly.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Ability to work overtime, weekends, and various shifts.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Non-University Setting(s)

Location:

Hammer Museum

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.