Custodian I - Day Shift

Company Description

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. 

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

Job Description

We have an opening for a Custodian to perform custodial tasks within the Laboratory’s facilities. Due to the unique hazards at the Laboratory, the Custodian must complete site-specific safety training and adhere to all safety and security requirements. These positions are for day shift and are in the Facility Site Services Division of the Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Department. This position may require work at Site 300 located in Tracy, California.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will 

• Perform routine custodial tasks inside and outside buildings, which include sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing restrooms and kitchens, removing trash, and replenishing supplies.
• Apply skills and knowledge of equipment and supplies applicable to vacuums, brooms, mops, and cleaning products.
• Provide good customer service and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Request and stock supplies and maintain custodian closets in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Maintain custodial equipment in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
• Ensure proper labeling, dilution, and use of chemicals.
• Apply environmental, safety and health requirements in daily tasks.
• Maintain compliance with institutional and job-specific required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Experience in cleaning tasks, such as, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, removing trash and sanitizing restrooms and kitchens.
• Experience utilizing and operating equipment and cleaning chemicals associated with custodial work and the ability to complete job-specific training.
• Ability to work on a variety of custodial assignments in all types of environments (office, commercial/industrial, shops, and laboratories), including inside and outside of buildings.
• Ability to identify, understand, and adhere to written instructions, facility signage, and health, safety, and security regulations.
• Experience multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment adhering to assigned task schedules and demonstrated flexibility and willingness to accept change of assignment, start time, shift, and the ability to work overtime to accomplish goals.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the demands of the work schedule, including the ability to get to assigned work locations within the Laboratory.
• Demonstrated integrity and customer service skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Possess basic knowledge of computers to complete time keeping and online training.

Pay Range
$25.08 - $30.07 Hourly
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values 

Site 300

Site 300 is an experimental test site operated by LLNL.  Situated on 7,000 acres in rural foothills approximately six miles southwest of downtown Tracy and 15 miles southeast of Livermore, Site 300 hosts approximately 200 employees with expertise in such fields as engineering, chemistry, biology, and environmental restoration. Employees assigned to work at Site 300 may be exposed to the organism that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis).

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession.  This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.  

If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory.  If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

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