2nd Shift Custodial Services Working Supervisor

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Custodial Services Supervisor for the 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will supervise, schedule, direct, and inspect Custodial Services Workers to uphold cleanliness standards across campus facilities.

The role also trains employees, administers performance plans, and resolves complaints while monitoring inventory and equipment. The position requires handling snow/ice removal, outdoor area cleaning, recycling, and university activities, with duties continuing during the

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional or commercial cleaning environments.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment safely.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment.
• Ability to train and supervise workers; perform diverse cleaning tasks.
• Must be able to walk/stand for long periods; lift up to 35 lbs.; bend and reach; shovel snow.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, direct, and inspect custodial workers to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Train employees and administer performance plans and evaluations.
• Resolve complaints and monitor supply and equipment inventory.
• Monitor snow/ice removal, outdoor area cleaning, and recycling activities.
• Maintain operations in the supervisor's absence; respond to emergencies as required.

Skills

Custodial supervision

Communication

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Training & supervision

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Manager of 2nd and 3rd Shift Custodial Services, this position supervises, schedules, directs, and inspects the work of Custodial Services Workers to maintain the required standard of cleanliness. This position trains employees, administers performance plans and evaluations, acts as a resource for resolving complaints, and monitors supply and equipment inventory.

This position monitors snow/ice removal, daily outside area cleaning, recycling, and all required university activities. This position will be expected to maintain continuous operations when the Assistant Manager is absent. Designated Emergency Personnel requires employees to report to work during emergency situations and closings.

Required Qualifications

• Custodial/cleaning experience in an institutional or commercial cleaning environment such as hospitality (hotel/motel), commercial cleaning company, manufacturing, health care facilities, etc.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning equipment.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
• Must be able to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment.
• Must maintain a safe and secure work environment.
• Ability to train and supervise workers and to perform a wide variety of cleaning tasks.
• Must be able to walk and stand extensively; climb stairs; safely move or handle up to 35 lbs.; bend, stoop, reach (including reaching above the head to dust), push/pull, perform repetitive motion, twist, and shovel snow.
• This position is designated Emergency Personnel, and requires employees to report to work during emergency situations, closings, and per supervisor's instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience

Pay Band

2

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

42,120.00 plus $2,080 Shift Differential

Hours per week

40

Review Date

September 23, 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 community dedicated 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. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and 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. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Facilities HR at [e-mail] during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.