Custodial Supervisor

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades
Department:05280000 - RU-HOUSEKEEPING

Classification Title:

Custodial Supervisor

Job Description:

Workflow Coordination, Staff Supervision, and Building Management

  • Organize, assign, and manage workflow for routine, special cleaning tasks, and emergency responses; check event reports for planning and scheduling
  • Meet daily with supervisors or lead workers across shifts to discuss special needs, tasks, or projects; prioritize and resolve issues promptly
  • Supervise custodial staff performing tasks like sweeping, mopping, restocking supplies, trash disposal, and cleaning
  • Coordinate heavy cleaning tasks such as stripping, sealing, and waxing hard surface floors; maintain records and schedules
  • Assist in coordinating special cleaning tasks during academic breaks
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations (OSHA and ADA)
  • Interpret UF and department policies for staff
  • Provide oversight for JWRU staff during shifts; resolve problems, manage special tasks. Unlock and secure rooms for cleaning; prevent unauthorized activities and disruptions
  • Attend to building emergencies and critical incidents; manage staff response and assist emergency responders
  • Interpret university, JWRU, and Newell Hall policies for students, staff, and building users

Quality Assurance and Building Inspections

  • Conduct daily inspections to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and overall condition; document and address deficiencies
  • Investigate and respond to custodial needs from occupants and customers
  • Ensure high-quality standards for work performed by staff and vendors
  • Regularly inspect building areas for hazards, unauthorized persons, and safety concerns; check fire towers, hallways, meeting rooms, dining areas, and hotel areas
  • Periodically inspect adjacent grounds and parking lots to deter theft, vandalism, and unauthorized use; report fire and safety hazards and security concerns

General Support, Administrative Support, and Reporting

  • Address personnel issues; keep supervisors informed and conduct disciplinary meetings as needed
  • Provide training for custodial employees on safety, cleaning methods, equipment, and customer service; coordinate vendor demonstrations
  • Maintain inventory of cleaning materials and supplies; inform superintendent of low stock
  • Advise operations manager of situations needing immediate attention
  • Complete end-of-shift reports on building maintenance, staffing, event management, safety, and other relevant matters
  • Recommend policy or procedure changes to supervisors as needed

Hotel Guest Assistance

  • Respond to hotel staff/guest requests, including noise complaints, room supplies, and appliance issues
  • Use hotel guest management software for reservation requests and check-in/out processes

Perform Housekeeping/Custodial Duties (as needed)

  • Perform tasks like sweeping, mopping, restocking supplies, trash disposal, and cleaning

Other Duties as Assigned

  • Perform special cleaning tasks or projects as required
Expected Salary:

$17.50 - $18.50; commensurate with experience

Shift differential is added to this shift

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in all aspects of building cleaning, including (but not limited to) floor care, wall surfaces, windows, and general cleaning of offices, restrooms, and food areas
  • Training and managing housekeeping employees
  • Knowledge in all aspects of building cleaning including but not limited to floor care, wall surfaces, windows, and general cleaning of offices, restrooms, and food areas
  • Up-to-date cleaning methods, products, and materials including chemicals
  • Handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Experience with on-site building and/or event management
  • Proficiency with computers and basic software applications
  • Communication skills 
  • Customer service skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning and organizational skills
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
  • Handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
  • Understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Work as part of a team
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, please upload your resume and list of professional references.

Normal Work Schedule:

  • This is an evening/overnight position
  • 7:00 pm to 3:30 am; days off will rotate to meet department needs; rotating weekends are required.
  • JWRU building is open 7 days per week and most holidays

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

 

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