Building Service Foreman (1600)

SIU Medicine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

SIU Medicine in Springfield, IL is seeking a Supervisory Building Services role on site to oversee custodial staff and operations. Responsibilities include directing, training, and evaluating personnel; ensuring safety, sanitation, and adherence to policy; and managing supplies, data collection, and leave approvals.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least three years in building custodial work, with strong leadership and communication skills to maintain clean, safe facilities

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in building custodial work.

Responsibilities

• Directs, supervises, evaluates, disciplines, and assists with assigned employees.
• Oversees and maintains the assigned area; schedules work priorities for custodial staff.
• Trains employees in building services methods and techniques.
• Procures, distributes, and is responsible for the security of operating supplies and equipment.
• Collects, reviews and submits time data; handles leave approvals per policy.
• Enforces safety and sanitation standards for workers under direction.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Facility custodial knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Employees at this level assign and control the performance of building service work. They work closely with the Superintendent of Building Services to cover all the building's needs and are under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

*This position is ON SITE only*

Examples of Duties

50% Supervisory Duties:

• A. Directs, supervises, evaluates, disciplines, and assists with assigned employees or staff.
• B. Oversees and maintains the assigned area; assigns and inspects work assignments and prepares reports; assists in determining the adequacy of the workforce; plans and schedules work priorities for custodial employees.
• C. Trains employees in established building services, methods, and techniques.
• D. Procures, distributes, and is responsible for the security of operating supplies and equipment.
• E. Collects, reviews and submits time and operating data, with responsibility for providing requested recommendations; approves vacation requests and other leave of absences according to departmental policy.

45% Other Duties:

• A. Perform Duties consistent with lower levels of this series.
• B. Responsible for hazard assessments and utilization of Personal Protective Equipment by all employees supervised; ensures compliance with all applicable codes for employees under their direction.
• C. Oversees building and/or job safety and sanitation standards for workers under applicable local, state, federal, and university safety and health recommendations and regulations.
• D. Enforces safe working habits, including ergonomics risk management, safe operation, and handling of materials and equipment.
• E. Recommends proper supplies and equipment and communicates changes for the department's use; conducts individual and group training sessions to assure proper departmental cleaning procedures are being utilized.

5%

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties described above.

Qualifications

Credentials to be Verified by Placement Officer

1. High school graduation or equivalent.
2. Three (3) years (36 months) of experience in building custodial work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA's)

1. Knowledge of the building services materials, cleaning solutions, equipment, and custodial methods.
2. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
3. Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
4. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
5. Ability to review work for accuracy.
6. Ability to read and write work-related communications, reports, etc.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
8. Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
9. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
10. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, and stand for long periods of time.
11. Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of hands, arms, legs, and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, walking, stooping, handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating items.
12. Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
13. Ability to use computers, computer systems, and basic computer applications.
14. Obtain OSHA 10HR General Industry Safety course within 6 months of being hired.
15. Must have a valid driver's license.

Condition of Employment

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.

Supplemental Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

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"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.