About the Department
The City of Yuba City is now accepting applications for Custodian I (On-Call/ Temporary)!
This recruitment will close Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 12PM (PST) or upon receiving 20 minimally qualifying applications.
Under general supervision, an on-call Custodian cleans and maintains areas in and around the City buildings and performs other related work. The candidate must also have a positive attitude, outstanding interpersonal skills and a high degree of respect for a team environment.Custodian I: The Custodian I is the entry level classification in the Custodian series. This class is distinguished from the journey level by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same level of judgment on matters allocated to the journey level. As experience accrues, incumbents will perform with increasing independence. Positions in this classification perform a full range of cleaning and facility preservation tasks and also maintain required supplies and equipment.
To view full details of the position, please review the job description on the City's website: Custodian I/IIPlease note: Oral panel interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur Tuesday, May 26th. Please plan accordingly.Position Duties
Custodian I:
Education: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Experience: Six (6) months of custodial experience involving the use of chemicals in the cleaning and maintenance of a building facility.
Licenses and/or Certificates Required: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by case basis.
Minimum Qualifications
FINAL FILING DATE: This recruitment will close Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 12PM (PST) or upon receiving 20 minimally qualifying applications.
The information above is a brief summary of job duties. Please visit www.yubacity.net for additional information regarding this position and employment with the City of Yuba City.
- You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
- Please complete ALL sections of the application. A resume or other supplemental materials may be attached to your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that reference "see resume" will be disqualified. Your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process.
- Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
- Application materials are the property of the City of Yuba City and will not be returned.
- It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
Selection ProcessThe minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
- Oral Panel Interviews
- Department Interviews
Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 – 12 weeks for successful candidates.
Final candidates must pass pre-employment screening which may include:
- Fingerprinting
- Reference Check
- Medical Evaluation
Equal Employment OpportunityThe City of Yuba City does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of service. Veterans, women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. EOE.
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance so such aids or services can be arranged. TTY users may contact Human Resources at (530) 822-4732.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
QuestionsThank you for your interest in employment with the City of Yuba City. If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process:
Other Qualifications
The City of Yuba City is located in Sutter County, adjacent to the beautiful Feather River and at the base of the Sutter Buttes, the smallest mountain range in the world. Located just 40 miles north of Sacramento, Yuba City is the agricultural, economic and social center of the Yuba-Sutter Region. The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas.
The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and small town charm. A historic downtown and modern shopping facilities make shopping convenient and a pleasure. The City prides itself in its well-maintained parks and aquatic center, while offering a wide range of recreational activities for the entire family.
