Building Services Supervisor

Marietta College; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Marietta College in Marietta, OH is seeking a working supervisor for Building Services to direct and participate in cleaning and appearance of campus facilities. You will oversee staffing, training, safety compliance, scheduling, and resource management to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Key responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating events, budgeting, and coordinating with contractors for specialized cleaning tasks, with emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Must have supervisory experience in a multi-building facilities environment.
• Experience in housekeeping/custodial services in a high-volume, quick-turnaround setting.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Building Services staff.
• Schedule staffing and coordinate activities for cleanliness.
• Ensure staff training and safety compliance for all assignments.
• Coordinate contractors for special services (carpet cleaning, pest control).
• Monitor inventory and expenditures within budget.
• Oversee lighting, safety training, and on-site safety programs.
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention of staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Housekeeping/Custodial services

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education or certifications in custodial management preferred

Job description

Category:

Staff Positions

Department:

Building Services

Locations:

Marietta, OH

Posted:

Oct 1, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Non-Exempt

Position ID:

205385

About Marietta College:

For nearly two centuries, Marietta College has embraced its commitment to serving young adults seeking to better their lives and to turn their life's passions into actionable good in the world. Committed to a contemporary liberal arts education and home to the 16th oldest chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, Marietta offers more than 40 undergraduate programs as well as graduate programs in Physician Assistant Studies, Sustainability Leadership, and Psychology.

At Marietta, students learn from talented faculty members who are respected in their fields and wholly dedicated to teaching the next generation of leaders. Our professors share their knowledge with students and challenge them to develop their skillsets through serious research, experiential opportunities, and internships. Every student completes Marietta's rigorous General Education Curriculum, which builds strong communication skills and exposes students to new ideas and interests.

Our varsity athletic teams compete in NCAA Division III and against some of the best in the nation as a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference and Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. Marietta has won six national championships and 64 conference titles, including an OAC-record 46 baseball titles.

More than 26,000 living members of The Long Blue Line proudly support their alma mater and help current students gain internships and connections into their chosen industries. This support, in addition to the vibrant growth on campus, is one of the reasons why The Chronicle of Higher Education named Marietta College one of the Great Colleges to Work For.

The College sits on 90 picturesque acres in Marietta, Ohio, located just blocks from a historic downtown and the Ohio River.

For more information about the College, please visit marietta.edu.

Job Description:

Serves as a working supervisor responsible for directing and participating in the cleaning and appearance of academic, administrative, and residential buildings. Oversees staffing, training, safety compliance, quality assurance, scheduling, and resource management to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Supervise, coach, schedule, and direct Building Services staff.
• Ensure staff are trained and equipped to perform assigned work
• Assign cleaning activities and resources to best achieve assigned cleanliness.
• Ensure that facilities are clean and staffed for scheduled special events during and after normal working hours
• Identify and coordinate the use of contractors to provide special services such as carpet cleaning and pest control.
• Ensure general lighting, emergency lighting, and exit lighting all to a height of 8 feet are clean and working.
• Provide cleaning and safety training to all new employees
• Manage expenditures to an assigned budget
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and corrective action when necessary.
• Manage assigned inventory of supplies, equipment and consumables.
• Maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for products used by Building Services
• Manage hazardous materials and disposal of hazardous waste generated by Building Services.
• Approve employee time records and monitor attendance.
• Participate in recruitment, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention of staff.

Requirements:

Required Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or GED required. Post-secondary education, technical training, or industry certifications in custodial management, facilities maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Supervisory experience is required preferably in housekeeping and a multi-building facilities environment.
• Experience in housekeeping/custodial services in a high volume, quick turnaround environment required.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per the College's established standards.

Additional Information:

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, twist, and bend regularly in order to efficiently complete duties.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver cleaning equipment e.g. vacuums, brooms, mops, buffers.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly, during garbage removal or to move items to clean under or behind them.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All applications/resumes must be submitted through this online process. We regret that we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted by mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please be sure to provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.