Custodian

Overview

The State of California, Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District in downtown Los Angeles, is accepting applications for a Custodian. The ideal applicants will possess a high degree of personal integrity. The incumbent will be assigned to the evening shift, from 4:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and will perform janitorial and general building maintenance duties which include keeping assigned areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition; performing minor building and equipment repair work; and performing other related tasks as assigned. 

Responsibilities

• Sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing floors
• Shampooing and vacuuming carpet
• Dusting and polishing furniture
• Emptying waste receptacles
• Cleaning and sanitizing justices’ chambers, attorney and staff offices, conference rooms, and restrooms
• Cleaning mirrors and glass
• Defrosting and cleaning refrigerators
• Moving and arranging furniture and equipment when requested
• Wearing safety equipment as required
• Working daytime hours when necessary

Qualifications

One year of experience performing janitorial and general maintenance work.

Licenses and Certificates

• May require possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Desirable Qualifications: 

Knowledge of:

• Methods, chemicals, disinfectants, and other materials used in janitorial work and routine building maintenance.
• Safe operation of a variety of cleaning equipment and tools.
• Basic office practices and procedures.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Safely operate a variety of cleaning equipment and tools.
• Lift and move equipment, boxes, furniture, etc. weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Comply with health and safety codes.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Clean and care for facilities and equipment.

How To Apply

To apply online, click the Apply for Job button.

The following items are required.

• Completed online application
• Cover letter 
• Resume 

For earliest consideration, please apply by January 23, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities who request such accommodation. Reasonable accommodation needs should be requested through Human Resources at (415) 865-4260. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) is available by dialing 711. Once connected, provide the relay operator with the number for Human Resources: 415-865-4260.

Pay and Benefits

SALARY RANGE: $3,555 per month - $4,324 per month 

(Starting salary range will be between $3,555 to $3,911)

Please note due to statewide fiscal conditions, the posted salary range is subject to a temporary 3% reduction. In exchange for this reduction, judicial branch employees accrue an additional 5 hours of paid personal leave per month through June 30, 2027

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional)
• Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.