Supervisor - Custodian Services

Facilities Planning & Management department is seeking qualified candidates for the Supervisor – Custodian Services role. Under general supervision, coordinates, supervises, inspects results, and is responsible for the work activities of custodians in accordance with established guidelines.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University, one of the nation’s leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly, FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.

To apply:

Please apply on our University site within the link:

https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Supervisor---Custodian-Services_R12465

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ames, IA 50011: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person