Supervisor - Custodian Services

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• Two years of custodial experience or related building and facilities maintenance, including supervisory experience for a minimum of six months; supervision to include assigning daily work activities, inspecting and monitoring quality or work, and scheduling and coordinating work activities.

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Are you a seasoned custodial professional with a knack for leadership? We're seeking an experienced individual with at least two years of custodial expertise, including supervisory experience, to oversee our custodial team. As a Supervisor - Custodian Services, you'll have the opportunity to coordinate, supervise, and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and maintenance are met at Iowa State University . From developing work schedules to training new hires and evaluating performance, your role will be pivotal in maintaining a pristine environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact, apply today for this exciting opportunity in a dynamic work setting.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: Schilletter and University Apartment Community (SUV)

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Interviews and effectively recommends hiring, evaluates employee performance, and effectively recommends disciplinary actions, promotions, merit increases, and termination.

• Develops work schedules and directs the daily work routine of custodial employees.

• Trains and orients new employees; conducts formal training sessions to improve employee knowledge and skills.

• Schedules and approves vacation of employees; conducts formal training sessions to improve employee knowledge and skills.

• Inspects all areas of assignment and completes inspection reports.

• Evaluates, tests, and recommends new supplies and equipment.

• Coordinates relocation of furniture and equipment and movement to and from repair shops and storage.

• Oversees assembly and delivery of new equipment and removal of equipment from inventory.

• Maintains inventory of linen and record of linen laundering; maintains inventory of custodial supplies, and keep and prepares other records and reports as directed.

• Assists in planning procedures and work methods and revises or recommends revisions to improve efficiency of operations and services.

• Is responsible for reporting damage and other irregularities requiring attention or repair.

• Acts upon requests and complaints from departments related to custodial services.

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• Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned, and equipment and supplies required.

• Ability to move furniture and objects in preparation for cleaning; to load and unload trash receptacles; to operate, properly care for and make minor repairs on power machinery; to use arm muscles in hand cleaning, mopping, and scrubbing for protracted periods of time; to work on ladders.

• Knowledge of the use of chemical cleaning agents and possible hazards relating to environmental sanitation.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and general public.

• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate employees.

• Ability to understand and maintain routine records and complete reports, such as employee attendance and performance evaluations, production and supplies inventory.

• Ability to accept or reject work results for conformance with requirements and to work productively in an inspection program.

• Knowledge of aseptic cleaning techniques in a healthcare environment to prevent nosocomial infections.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

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