Custodial Lead

PRIDE Industries; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 2,119,609 - 3,018,838; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries is seeking a Custodial Lead to oversee custodial operations and staff activities in Madison, Wisconsin. The role includes ensuring facilities are clean and safe, providing guidance and training to staff, and maintaining custodial equipment. Candidates should have at least one year of custodial experience and strong communication skills. The position offers an hourly rate of $18.65 and requires onsite work.

This role is important for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the facility, contributing to customer satisfaction and effective team operations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of custodial experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Experience with adults with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Effective customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees custodial staff in maintenance and cleaning.
• Assigns tasks and trains staff on equipment.
• Inspects work areas regularly for quality.
• Orders and maintains cleaning supplies.
• Fills in for custodial staff when needed.

Skills

Custodial experience

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Knowledge of safety regulations

Basic math skills

Computer literacy

Education

Not Applicable

Tools

Custodial equipment (e.g., scrubbers, buffers)

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Custodial Lead

Job Code: 708 - SS-Custodial Lead

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approval Date: January 2018

Supervises: None

Compensation

$18.65 per hour

Telecommute Status

Onsite

Position Summary

Under limited supervision the Custodial Lead oversees custodial operations and daily staff activities as a lead in a large commercial or federal facility. Employees in this job class perform a variety of functions to assure facilities are clean and free of safety hazards. This job class requires knowledge of custodial practices, equipment, supplies and procedures, and the ability to work with developmentally disabled and/or physically challenged adults.

Typical Duties

• Oversees custodial staff to perform maintenance and cleaning services in a large facility. Monitors sick days and vacations for staff to ensure departmental coverage and customer satisfaction.
• Prioritizes and assigns tasks and coaches staff in performing duties.
• Inspects work areas on a regular basis, including outside grounds to ensure quality.
• Trains and assists staff in performing duties, and in the safe and proper use of cleaning products, scrubbers, buffers, and other custodial equipment to meet quality and safety standards.
• Oversees the waxing and buffing of floors on a regular basis.
• Oversees the cleaning and maintenance of custodial equipment on a regular basis to ensure proper operation and safe condition.
• Orders and maintains quantities of supplies, stock and equipment.
• Fills in for custodial staff when needed.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year of custodial experience;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to present information and respond to questions from clients, customers and others;
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and/or physical challenges preferred;
• Knowledge of Cal OSHA and OSHA occupational safety regulations;
• Knowledge of departmental operations, procedures, and organizational policies;
• Knowledge of specialized departmental equipment including that is used in custodial services including scrubbers and buffers;
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond to questions and requests from team, customers and others;
• Effective written communication skills using appropriate business English;
• Human relations skills to maintain effective working relationships with team;
• Effective customer service skills;
• Intermediate computer literacy including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software;
• Basic mathematical ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division;
• Demonstrated customer service, problem solving and common sense skills.

Education Requirements

Not Applicable

Certificates or Licenses Required

Valid Driver's License

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering in and around the worksite
• Standing and walking
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping
• Lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc.
• May be required to push/pull equipment weighing up to 70 pounds
• Grasping both small & large objects
• Climbing ladders and/or step stools

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office environment, or at a customer’s location, such as a commissary environment, a federal courthouse, or a military base. Employees may be exposed to toxic chemicals, noise from equipment in maintenance environment, and depending on indoor and outdoor conditions, exposure to cold or heat.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.