2nd Shift Custodial Services Technician Working Supervisor

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Working Supervisor for Custodial Services to direct daily custodial operations, waste management, and facility enhancement projects across campus. The role combines supervisory duties with hands-on work during the 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

shift and requires adherence to safety standards. You will train and supervise Custodial Services Technicians, ensure emergency readiness, coordinate event support, and monitor supplies while maintaining cleanliness and appearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in facility services in commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, hospitality, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of custodial cleaning methods, floor care, and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment, motorized waste collection equipment, and university vehicles.
• Ability to train, direct, and lead employees in a safe, productive environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork to resolve operational concerns.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and perform repetitive motions; indoor/outdoor work in all weather.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Available for additional hours, alternate schedules, emergencies and events.
• Designated Emergency Personnel – reporting during emergencies and closings.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily custodial operations and facility enhancement projects.
• Train, schedule, and supervise Custodial Services Technicians.
• Oversee waste management, litter control, recycling, and event support.
• Operate motorized collection equipment and supervise safety compliance.
• Monitor supplies and equipment; support continuity of operations during absences.
• Assist Exterior Operations and act as emergency personnel.

Skills

Facility services

Cleaning methods

Operate equipment

Training leadership

Communication

Physical ability

Driver's license

Emergency response

Flexible hours

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to 2nd and 3rd Shift Operations Management, the Custodial Services Technician Working Supervisor is responsible for directing daily activities related to facility enhancement projects, custodial operations, exterior waste and event support, and emergency response while maintaining established standards of cleanliness and appearance across campus facilities. The supervisor is responsible for training, scheduling, onsite safety compliance, and inspecting the work of Custodial Services Technician employees while maintaining labor productivity as an active member of the team.

As a working supervisor, the position performs waste management activities including litter control, recycling, event support, and operation of motorized collection equipment. The position also performs interior and exterior facility enhancement projects including floor maintenance, carpet care, hard surface floor care, window cleaning, pressure washing, and high-level dusting. The position monitors supplies and equipment, addresses operational concerns, assists with employee performance management, and helps ensure continuity of operations in the absence of management. This position additionally supports both Custodial Services and Exterior Operations as needed and serves as designated emergency personnel. Normal work hours are 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with flexibility required for emergencies, special events, operational needs, and project requirements.

Designated Emergency Personnel requires employees to report to work during emergency situations and closings.

Required Qualifications

• Facility services experience in a commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of custodial cleaning methods, floor care procedures, and interior/exterior cleaning equipment.
• Ability to safely operate professional cleaning equipment, motorized waste collection equipment, and university vehicles.
• Ability to train, direct, and lead employees while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, understand and follow instructions, and resolve routine operational concerns.
• Ability to safely and frequently move and handle objects weighing up to 75 pounds or more; ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Must be available to work additional hours, alternate schedules, emergency assignments, and special event coverage as needed.
• This position is designated Emergency Personnel and requires reporting during emergency operations and university closings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous lead, supervisory, or crew leadership experience.
• Experience working in a large commercial, university, or institutional environment.
• Experience with waste and recycling operations.
• Experience with custodial enhancement projects, including floor care, carpet extraction, pressure washing, and window cleaning.
• Experience in exterior maintenance to include snow and ice removal operations.

Pay Band

2

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Starting Salary of $42,120 plus $2,080 Shift Differential

Hours per week

40

Review Date

November 5, 2026

Additional Information

Must have a valid Driver’s License

Must have a safe driving record

Conviction Check/Drivers Check is required

Shift Time: 2:00pm – 10:30pm

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. Extension officesand research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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