BUILDING ATTENDANT FOREMAN - NIGHT

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Building Attendant Foreman - Night to supervise custodial staff and lead cleaning operations across campus in Edinburg, TX. The role requires coordinating schedules, ensuring safety, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

The position reports to Campus Facilities Operations and requires at least five years of supervisory custodial experience, with bilingual English/Spanish abilities and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent; ability to read/write English and understand MSDS on cleansers and chemicals.
• Five years of custodial/maintenance or supervisory experience, or eight years substituted for a high school diploma.
• Five years supervising teams of 15 or more in a service environment; or related equitable substitutions.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and coordinates the work of Building Attendants; assigns special tasks and changes in routines.
• Supervises in the absence of the immediate supervisor and prepares time cards.
• Assists with inventory control, supplies requisitions, and maintenance of records.
• Inspects completed work and enforces quality and safety standards.
• Leads custodial projects and prepares buildings for university events; communicates with occupants and staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Bilingual (Spanish – English)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bilingual (Spanish – English)

Tools

Janitorial equipment knowledge

Job description

Office Location

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]

Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Position Information

Posting Number

SRGV8779

Working Title

BUILDING ATTENDANT FOREMAN - NIGHT

Number of Vacancies

2

Location

Edinburg, Texas

Department

Campus Facilities Operations

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Scope of Job

To perform supervisory work in leading custodial maintenance staff in performing cleaning assignments.
Responsible for leading, assigning, and scheduling work assignments to custodial maintenance staff who perform cleaning assignments throughout campus.

Description of Duties

• Schedules and coordinates the work of a group or groups of Building Attendants, advises them of special assignments or changes in work routines.
• Assumes supervisor role in absence of immediate supervisor.
• Assists in inventory control and distribution of requested material.
• Assists with the evaluation process.
• Inspects completed work of Building Attendants.
• Assists with the implementation of measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, quality of product and working conditions in order to increase efficiency of department.
• Receives and handles complaints from occupants of buildings.
• Responsible for issuing necessary building keys to accomplish the work.
• Requisitions supplies and maintains supply records.
• Performs routine or special cleaning and custodial functions as needed or required.
• Maintains good working relationships with subordinates, other University employees, and students.
• Supervises the accomplishment of special custodial projects or prepare buildings for special University events.
• Represents Custodial Supervisor in staff and functional meetings.
• Plans and implements new methods and introduces new materials for cleaning buildings and performing related activities.
• Reports needs for repairs, supplies and equipment.
• Assists with new employee training, helps maintain time cards, and helps complete injury reports.
• Assists with decision making on re-assignments, leave requests as well as disciplinary process of employees.
• May be required to have flexible work schedule, to include but not limited to: work evenings, weekends, Holidays and overtime.
• Will be required to carry a two-way radio and/or pager and be available on an “On call” basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision with detailed instructions on special assignments.

Supervision Given

Specific supervision of custodial staff with detailed instructions on special assignments.

Required Education

High school graduation or equivalent. Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets ( MSDS ) on cleansers, chemicals, and other containers, and to understand work orders, complete time cards, and receive oral and written work directions. Bilingual (Spanish – English).

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

Required Experience

• Five (5) years of experience in custodial/maintenance or related activities, including supervisory experience, or
• Five (5) years of experience supervising teams of 15 or larger in a service or related environment, or
• Eight (8) years of the required experience may be substituted in lieu of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a University environment.

Equipment

Personal computer, word processing, spreadsheet and email. Knowledge of janitorial equipment and its care and maintenance requirements.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work schedule: expected to work primarily night and weekends or rotating schedule including weekends. Usual office building conditions. Some exposure to inclement weather when moving between buildings and emptying trash. May be exposed to other hazardous wastes, chemicals, and/or conditions in research and teaching labs.

Other

Must be physically able to perform all essential functions and duties of the job. Requires considerable stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, lifting, and carrying of heavy objects to perform job duties. Requires moving, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of heavy furniture, equipment, trash cans, boxes, files, filing cabinets, and other objects weighing up to 50 lbs. when working alone and 100 lbs. with help. Must be able to climb step ladders and maintain balance to clean and wash windows and lighting. Good communication skills.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

02/02/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development.