Job Details

Salary : $53,238.90 - $64,711.92 Annually
Location : Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type: Full-time Classified
Job Number: 2025-###-####-AIR-EU
Department: Airport
Opening Date: 11/18/2025
Closing Date: 12/9/2025 5:30 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.

The Santa Barbara Airport
As the Tri-County region's "Airport of Choice", Santa Barbara Airport will be self-sustaining, exceed expectations for safety and quality service, and meet the air transportation and economic development needs of its customers and partners. Read more about the Airport Department here.
BENEFITS
THE POSITION
Under general supervision performs custodial duties in keeping assigned facilities clean and orderly. Performs a variety of custodial duties; sweeps, scrubs, mops, and buffs floors, stairs, and hallways; vacuums and shampoos carpets; dusts, polishes and cleans tables and counters; cleans and sanitizes restroom facilities and related fixtures, and replenishes restroom supplies; washes windows, mirrors, and walls; operates floor scrubber, carpet extractor, burnisher, vacuum and other custodial equipment; washes tables and chairs; empties, cleans, and sanitizes all trash receptacles; cleans, sanitizes and disinfects surfaces; performs specialized projects such as restoration programs on floors, walls, ceilings, furniture, and other items; monitors inventory of custodial supplies; performs light grounds maintenance assignments; answers questions from employees and the public in a courteous manner; may train new employees; and does other work as assigned.

Must be able to work varying shifts including weekends, evenings, graveyards, and holidays. Position is eligible for additional shift differential pay when working swing shifts, graveyard shifts, or weekend shifts. Swing shifts and weekend shifts receive an additional $1.50/hour; graveyard shifts receive an additional $3.00/hour.

Current vacancy exists in the Airport Department. This list may also be used to fill future vacancies in various departments.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of: Care and use of common cleaning tools, equipment and chemical solutions; cleaning methods and other custodial procedures including sweeping, stripping, waxing, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing carpets, dusting and polishing.
Ability to: Apply cleaning methods and other custodial procedures to maintain facility; follow simple oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; follow prescribed routine in keeping assigned facilities clean and orderly; maintain all supply receptacles; answer questions from employees, customers and the public in a courteous manner; move office furniture; train new employees; and work independently.
License Requirements: Applicant is required to possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment.
Physical Standards: Positions in this class require frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.; climbing ladders; stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, and crawling to clean floors; handles cleaning equipment. Must be able to work around undesirable odor and fume conditions.
Criminal Background Investigation: Applicants for positions at the Airport must successfully complete a fingerprint and criminal history background check administered by the Airport.

SELECTION PROCESS
You must complete and submit the attached supplemental questionnaire with your application. It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities that you possess that qualify you for this position.
Applications and supplemental questionnaires may be rejected if incomplete.
All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may consist of a written exam, oral exam, practical exam, and/or application/questionnaire rating. Those candidates receiving a passing score will have their names placed on the eligibility list.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

Disaster Services Assignments

As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Hourly employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.
THESALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.
THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:

Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.

• The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.
• A standard 9/80 schedule is observed, with most offices closed every other Friday.
• Flexwork/Telecommuting is available.
• Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.
• Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.
• Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).
• Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.
• Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year. Paid holiday time is awarded at the employee's applicable schedule, i.e., 9/80, 4/10, etc.
• Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security.
  
  • PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes employee 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary.
• Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: General Unit Rate Sheet.
• Cafeteria 125 Plan: Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage or who select employee only coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month.
• Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ($50,000 each) are provided.
• Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household.
• Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.
• State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary.
• Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.
• Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform.
• Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.

Revised 12/1/2024
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Describe your experience in providing custodial maintenance services. Specifically include: type of facility maintained, duties and length of time you held the position.
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Describe your experience using cleaning supplies and chemical solutions. Please also discuss how you learn what precautions are necessary to protect yourself from specific hazards posed by each product.
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Describe your experience cleaning/sanitizing and restocking a busy restroom.
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Describe your experience and comfort level providing courteous customer service.
Required Question