Custodial Manager
Under the direction of Director of Facilities Management and Planning, the Custodial Manager is responsible for the cleanliness, appearance and working environment of over 2.0 million square feet of academic buildings and residence halls. This position provides direct supervision of three staff and indirect supervision of over 50 staff, which includes hiring, training, evaluation and retention issues.
Job Duties
Providing leadership to subordinate supervisors in planning, establishing and maintaining the highest achievable custodial programs commensurate with the resources made available. Regularly provides resources for the intra-campus movement of inventory, and support before, during and after all special events.
Manages resources, sets expectations for service, and exerts quality control over Custodial Services to ensure responsiveness to campus needs; conducts periodic building inspections to insure that standards are being maintained. Operate within authorized budget; evaluate fiscal needs, establishing priority spending, creating effective cost controls; generally manage fiscal resources in a prudent manner.
Develops programs necessary for the improvement of the operation of Facilities Operations, including standards and personnel training programs. Coordinates training and quality assurance needs with others in Facilities Management and Planning. Responsible for the timely treatment and elimination of various pests from campus buildings.
Responsible for hiring, training, retaining staff, motivating subordinates; delegation of duties; effective use of human resources, EEO and AA . Supervise custodial leaders, and manage custodial resources. Provide annual evaluations of staff. Screen, interview and select applicants for regular, temporary and student positions. Evaluates performance of custodial personnel; prepares and submits disciplinary action and incident reports. Ensure employees are following safe work procedures. Special programs/projects and other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and experience working closely with contractors, vendors, suppliers. Establishes audit procedures to judge and adjust the systematic and uniform performance of all custodial assigned tasks, test and implement new cleaning techniques including green cleaning procedures. Responsible for the planning, coordinating, and scheduling of daily custodial operations and special custodial projects as it impacts campus operations.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma; Minimum four years previous experience in facility operations and maintenance; Minimum two years previous supervisory experience; Valid driver’s license; Strong human relations abilities; Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Must have general hands on knowledge of both routine nightly and daytime facility cleaning and related services.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Experience in custodial maintenance; University or college supervisory experience; Membership and/or training from APPA, IEHA, ISSA, BOMA or similar facilities professional association.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift/push/pull a minimum of 50lbs.
Schedule Monday - Friday. May work irregular hours to assist with events and respond to emergency situations.
Desired Start Date 12/01/2020
Applicant must pass a post offer background check and employment testing.