RealWage

Custodian I

Class code 2011 · Bargaining Unit R15

Authorized salary ranges

What CalHR authorizes this class to be paid.
RangeMonthlyAnnual
A$3,326 to $4,163$39,912 to $49,956
B$3,659 to $4,578$43,908 to $54,936
F$2,772 to $3,469$33,260 to $41,630
G$3,049 to $3,815$36,590 to $45,780

Representation

Service Employees International Union, Local 1000 represents Bargaining Unit R15, Allied Services.

Where these jobs are

2,399 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.

DepartmentEmployees
Department of General Services1,042
Hospitals, Department of State351
California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority329
Department of Veterans Affairs187
Department of Developmental Services108

Against the market

The BLS median wage for Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners across all California employers was $41,090 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $33,260 to $54,936 a year.

Footnotes

  • Footnote P8 Pay differential code 8 — refer to applicable MOU or DPA rule for specific conditions.

Pay scale effective . Payroll data through 2025.