Custodial Superintendent

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Custodial Superintendent to lead custodial operations on the Main Campus (Gainesville, FL). This role oversees staff, budgeting, safety, and service quality across offices, event spaces, and public areas.

Responsibilities include scheduling, training, policy development, vendor coordination, and emergency responsiveness. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, with a commitment to high sanitation standards and customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Directs custodial services to meet sanitation and cleanliness standards across facilities.
• Leads and evaluates custodial staff; sets performance expectations and guides goal achievement.
• Plans long-range custodial services including staffing, priorities, and cleaning techniques.
• Oversees budgeting, cost projections, and purchasing controls for custodial ops.
• Develops policies, safety standards, and sustainability initiatives for custodial services.
• Coordinates with campus departments and vendors for services and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and adjust custodial work shifts to maximize efficiency.
• Monitor operations and implement improvements in cleaning methods and performance.
• Conduct needs assessments and implement efficiency solutions.
• Develop and train staff on safety, cleaning standards, and customer service.
• Oversee new employee orientation and SDS compliance; manage HR matters per policy.
• Occasionally perform hands-on work during short staffing or emergencies.
• Establish high-quality standards and conduct facility inspections.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Budgeting

Safety leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Scheduling

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Work order systems

Timekeeping systems

Purchasing systems

Job description

Custodial Superintendent

Job No: 541820

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Environmental/Occupational Safety

Department: 05280000 - RU-HOUSEKEEPING

Job Description

Classification Title:

Superintendent, Custodial

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Administrative Leadership & Operational Oversight

• Provide work management and administrative direction for custodial services, ensuring all facilities meet high sanitation and cleanliness standards, including offices, event spaces, and public areas
• Supervise and lead custodial staff, set performance expectations, and provide direction for goal achievement
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and train custodial staff, ensuring consistent standards for safety, cleaning quality, and customer service
• Develop long-range custodial service plans, including staffing levels, work priorities, and cleaning techniques
• Oversee budgeting, cost projections, purchasing approval, and financial controls for custodial operations
• Develop and implement policies and procedures, including safety and work quality standards, hazardous material handling, and sustainability initiatives
• Formulate service contracts and specifications for equipment, cleaning supplies, and services, ensuring compliance with university purchasing guidelines
• Coordinate services with other campus departments, including waste management, pest controls, and grounds services, as needed

Staff Supervision & Workflow Management

• Plan, implement, and adjust custodial work shift schedules to ensure efficient workforce utilization
• Monitor daily operations and implement continuous improvements in cleaning methods, work activities, and performance standards
• Conduct service needs assessments, analyze results, and implement solutions for enhanced efficiency
• Develop and implement training programs for staff on safety, cleaning standards, customer service, and the proper use of equipment and supplies
• Oversee new employee orientation, ensure compliance with workplace safety standards, and maintain up to date safety data sheets (SDS)
• Handle employee performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and human resource matters, ensuring alignment with university policies
• Occasionally will require hands-on work during short staffing, events, or emergencies

Quality Assurance & Facility Inspection

• Establish and enforce high-quality custodial work standards for both internal staff and external vendors
• Conduct regular facility inspections and take corrective actions to maintain cleanliness, safety, and security
• Investigate and respond to service requests, complaints, and feedback from building occupants and customers to ensure prompt resolution

Special projects and other duties

• Plan and execute special cleaning projects, collaborating with external vendors as necessary
• Develop and oversee facility-wide recycling programs and other sustainability initiatives
• Prepare and analyze management reports, incident reports, and custodial service assessments
• Coordinate custodial response during a shelter activation, hurricane recovery, or any emergency situation
• Collaborate with university departments and vendors to maintain high standards for custodial and facility services

Expected Salary

$65,000 - $70,000; Commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Experience in managing and training a large team
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Proficiency in operating and using various custodial cleaning equipment
• Awareness of current cleaning methods, products, and materials including chemicals, and general knowledge of handling and disposing of hazardous materials
• Familiarity with building cleaning including but not limited to floor care, wall surfaces, windows, offices, restrooms, food areas, meeting and assembly spaces, and common areas
• Experience with work order, timekeeping, and purchasing systems
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Understanding of budgeting practices
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign tasks, and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• Capability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Skill in handling multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Professional custodial certification from CMI, IEHA, FSPMA, ISSA, or APPA
• Familiarity with cleaning standards frameworks like APPA cleaning levels

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Applications Close

08 November 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.