Responsible for administering a custodial program and supervising the custodial tasks in the cleaning and care of public buildings. This position has been evaluated for compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to premium pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a payroll week.
Salary:$62,354.00-$64,853.00 annually
Essential Functions:
- This position has supervisor authority over Custodial Services team members
- With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be able to read and write and speak the English language at a college level, be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical calculations, statistical calculations and other higher mathematical operations, must be able to communicate with all levels of the institution in written and spoken form
- The individual must be able to work independently
- The ability to maintain regular and prompt attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position
- Other essential functions may be required
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
- Supervises and administers a program of systematic cleaning and care of assigned building areas, in accordance with established guidelines
- Plans and schedules sta assignments and cleaning services. Based on workload and available sta, reassigns sta to ensure that work is accomplished according to schedule and that sta is fully utilized. Arranges for shifting of personnel to handle emergency cleaning projects
- Informs sta of agency policies and directives in meetings and in memoranda. Interprets agency guidelines aecting the custodial operation
- As assigned, evaluates and makes recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards to ensure a more eective and ecient cleaning program
- As assigned, prepares the annual equipment, supplies, and personnel budget for the custodial operation
- Supervises a perpetual inventory system, including the requisitioning of new cleaning equipment and supplies. Ensures proper distribution and control of equipment, materials, and supplies issued to custodial sta
- Provides oral and written instructions to sta for requested special services which vary from routine operations
- Inspects buildings and assigned areas for compliance with cleaning programs. Investigates complaints of unsatisfactory cleaning performance and takes corrective action, to avoid repetition and resolve problems
- Supervises minor routine maintenance repairs to buildings and equipment. Reports, orally or in writing, conditions requiring a higher-level repair capability to supervisory sta
- Prepares or supervises the preparation of periodic reports, such as work activity, cost reports, and manpower utilization and requirements, to advise management sta of the status of custodial operations
- As assigned, supervises the arrangement of premises for special events, such as graduation exercises and conferences
- Supervises a sta of subordinates in the performance of their duties
- Interviews prospective employees and recommends selection of qualied candidates
- Sets training standards for new employees and ensures that standards are being met by follow-up with supervisors and by personal observations
- Answers questions and assists subordinate supervisors in solving personnel work related problems
- Evaluates work performance against acceptable standards by review of production activity reports, discussions with supervisors, and personal observations. Where below standard work is apparent, takes appropriate remedial action to improve work performance
- Ensures the ecient and eective use of time by the sta by such means as enforcing the attendance rules, resolving disciplinary problems, and meeting established work schedules
- Recommends retention or termination of probationary employees
- Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment
- Safety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocol
- Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned
- Supports and assists in creating intersections and pathways for faculty, sta and students that will assist in transforming people's lives
- Supports and assists in creating an evolving culture of connection, mentoring and rich engagement opportunities for faculty, sta, and students
- Maintains a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and a high degree of cultural competence and respect for a wide range of identities and experiences, therefore welcoming and supporting all faculty, sta and students and expanding access to the AU experience
- Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment
- Participates in all required assigned training, including safety training and will comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols
- Eective written and oral communication skills
- Contributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications-Education & Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of a large building
- Good knowledge of the agency's cleaning and care practices and procedures
- Good knowledge regarding mechanical repairs for cleaning
- Good knowledge of cleaning equipment and eective custodial work performance standards
- Good knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision
- Working knowledge of the properties of various cleaning substances
- Working knowledge of eective inventory, requisitioning, and distribution techniques for cleaning supplies and equipment
- Basic knowledge of personnel practices as they relate to hiring, evaluating employee performance, and employee rights and benets as outlined in labor-management agreements
- Ability to supervise a large group of employees
- Ability to recognize below standard production and take appropriate remedial action
- Ability to understand, interpret, and carry out oral and written instructions and directives pertaining to custodial operations
- Ability to prepare numerical production reports and factual written reports of the units' activities
- Ability to orally communicate with others to exchange information and give guidance about custodial operations
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; articial lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or oces located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.
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Jan 28, 2026