Custodial Supervisor

UAH College of Business; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama in Huntsville is seeking a Custodial Supervisor to lead the second shift, manage custodial staff, and ensure high cleaning standards across campus facilities. The role involves training, inspections, and coordinating monthly/quarterly cleaning projects.

The supervisor will oversee payroll, scheduling, and staff development while maintaining building security and safety protocols in Alabama. A strong background in facilities operations is expected.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• At least five years of full-time supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of current cleaning practices and disinfectants.
• Leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations related to supervising employees.

Responsibilities

• Direct and schedule monthly/quarterly custodial projects.
• Train and supervise custodial staff; inspect work.
• Maintain records and inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Perform building audits for custodial/maintenance needs.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, payroll, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure building security by locking/unlocking doors and gates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Motivation

Coaching experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Purpose Of The Position

The Custodial Supervisor is a key member of the UAH Facilities & Operations department, which is responsible for the planning, design, construction, renovation, maintenance, and repair of each of the University’s 90+ buildings and 500 acres. Under the direction of the Assistant Director and Director of Building Services, the Custodial Supervisor directs, supervises, provides training, and inspects the work of custodial employees daily, ensuring that all University buildings are properly cleaned and maintained at the highest possible standards by the most efficient utilization of personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies. The employee's duties will be performed within second shift hours (2:00 pm-10:45 pm). This position is eligible for a second shift differential rate.

Job no: 504534

Department: Facilities & Operations

Work type: Staff Full-time Non-Exempt

Location: Alabama

Categories: Facilities and Environment

Duties / Responsibilities

• Handle all housekeeping requests in a timely and professional manner; ensure cleaning methods and materials used promote the long life of all types of floor surfaces, painted, carpeted, and other surfaces, building fixtures, etc.
• Direct and schedule projects that occur monthly or quarterly, such as cleaning window ledges, shampooing carpet, etc.; maintain records and inventory of custodial supplies and equipment in areas supervised.
• Perform building audits; watch for and promptly report areas needing custodial or maintenance attention.
• Instruct employees in proper custodial methods and use of new equipment, document such training and re-training, inspect work, provide coaching, and give suggestions on ways to improve in their job duties.
• Assist the Assistant Director and Director of Building Services in interviewing all potential custodial personnel, training personnel, and evaluating performance levels; make recommendations on matters of discipline, promotions, hiring, overtime, performance evaluations, and other personnel functions; prepare, verify, and submit payroll records; maintain attendance records; resolve worker problems.
• Ensure building security by locking and unlocking doors and gates.

Minimum Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of full-time verifiable related work experience in a supervisory position or any combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• This employee will be a regular driver as defined in the UAH Vehicle Safety Management Program, which includes but is not limited to possessing a valid driver’s license and maintaining an acceptable MVR in the judgment of the University’s insurance company.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Fully knowledgeable in current cleaning practices & use of disinfecting chemicals.
• Certified in blood-borne pathogen cleanup or obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Leadership skills, including communication, motivation, and coaching experience.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations related to supervising employees.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient Spanish language skills are desired.
• Carpet/floor care certification is desired.
• Certified training in respiratory protection, asbestos awareness, confined space entry, hazard communication, personal protective equipment use, and injury prevention is preferred.
• Experience handling hazardous materials is desired.

Published Salary (if Available)

$45,000 - $48,120

Advertised:

Oct 14 2026 Central Daylight Time