Custodial Manager (2nd shift)

Aramark; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Custodial Manager to oversee custodial services across a college or university campus, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

You will supervise frontline staff, develop cleaning programs, and partner with campus stakeholders to maintain service excellence, while managing safety compliance, budgets, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of custodial or facilities leadership experience.
• Experience supervising hourly employees in a large environment.
• Knowledge of custodial methods, floor care programs, cleaning equipment, and sanitation practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and work order management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage daily custodial operations across campus facilities.
• Develop staffing plans, work schedules, and cleaning assignments to meet campus needs.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure quality and cleanliness standards.
• Respond to service requests, complaints, and emergency cleaning situations.
• Coordinate custodial support for special events and campus functions.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop custodial supervisors and frontline staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing management.
• Ensure staffing levels through scheduling and workforce planning.
• Promote engagement and accountability among staff.
• Enforce safety regulations and proper handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Manage labor and supply budgets; monitor inventory and equipment.
• Evaluate equipment needs and recommend improvements.
• Maintain records and reports for quality assurance.

Skills

Custodial leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Work orders

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Facility management software

Work order systems

Job description

Job Description The Custodial Manager is responsible for overseeing all custodial services across a college or university campus, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role manages daily custodial operations, supervises frontline custodial staff, develops cleaning programs, ensures compliance with safety and sanitation standards, and partners with campus stakeholders to maintain service excellence.

Job Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Direct and manage daily custodial operations across academic buildings, administrative offices, residence halls, athletic facilities, laboratories, and common areas.
• Develop staffing plans, work schedules, and cleaning assignments to meet campus operational needs.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and cleanliness expectations.
• Respond to service requests, complaints, and emergency cleaning situations in a timely manner.
• Coordinate custodial support for special events, commencements, conferences, and campus functions.

Staff Management

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop custodial supervisors and frontline employees.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing performance management.
• Ensure proper staffing levels through scheduling, attendance monitoring, and workforce planning.
• Promote employee engagement, teamwork, and a culture of accountability.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA regulations, campus safety policies, and environmental health standards.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Conduct safety meetings, training sessions, and workplace inspections.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention protocols and custodial best practices.

Budget & Resource Management

• Manage labor and supply budgets within established financial targets.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain adequate supplies and equipment.
• Evaluate equipment needs and recommend capital improvements.
• Support cost-control initiatives while maintaining service quality.

Quality Assurance

• Establish cleaning standards and inspection programs.
• Analyze operational performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.

Customer & Campus Relations

• Serve as the primary custodial contact for campus administrators, department leaders, housing staff, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in campus meetings and facilities planning discussions.
• Foster strong customer relationships through proactive communication and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of custodial, housekeeping, facilities, or environmental services leadership experience.
• Experience supervising hourly employees in a large, complex environment.
• Knowledge of custodial methods, floor care programs, cleaning equipment, and sanitation practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and work order management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.