Custodial Supervisor

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement security

Work-life balance

Perks & Discounts

Job summary

Indian River State College seeks a dedicated Custodial Supervisor to lead custodial services across campus locations. The role requires supervising staff, training, and ensuring facilities meet high standards to provide a safe, attractive environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will have extensive custodial leadership experience, strong operational know-how, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of custodial supervision experience.
• Knowledge of custodial operations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train custodial staff; schedule and assign tasks; ensure proper use of cleaning equipment.
• Prepare employee appraisals and budget requests for equipment and supplies.
• Verify time sheets and approve department leave forms; implement operational improvements.
• Travel to campus locations to support site needs and back up staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Staff development

Time management

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Floor maintenance equipment

Job description

Job Description

Indian River State College is seeking a dedicated and hands‑on Custodial Supervisor to lead custodial services across assigned campus locations. In this vital leadership role, you will oversee daily custodial operations, supervise and develop staff, ensure facilities are maintained to the highest standards, and contribute to a positive campus experience for thousands of students, employees, and visitors. This position is ideal for an experienced custodial professional who enjoys leading teams, solving problems, and taking pride in maintaining safe, attractive, and well‑functioning facilities. The successful candidate will combine strong supervisory skills with operational expertise and a commitment to service excellence.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs that meet the needs of our region. At The River, we believe every student’s and every employee’s story matters. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together across our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible learning options online, on campus, and hybrid, we meet students where they are and prepare them for real‑world success. Programs like the Promise Program expand access by providing eligible students with tuition‑free opportunities, ensuring every learner has the chance to thrive.

Why Join The River

When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a collaborative and mission‑driven community where your work makes a meaningful impact. Here, your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape futures, support student success, and contribute to a college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting the well‑being and professional growth of our employees through a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; supplemental plans; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Affordable Coverage: PPO and HMO options starting at approximately $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage


• Retirement Security: Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation, plus optional tax‑deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans


• Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave


• Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and access to local attraction discounts

Growth & Development: Professional development opportunities, leadership training, and career advancement pathways.

Job Summary

Under administrative supervision, this position oversees custodial operations for the College at assigned location(s). Responsibilities include training, leading, and supervising custodial staff; assigning and monitoring daily work activities; ensuring the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of College facilities; ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards, procedures, and codes; and supporting the safe, efficient, and effective operation of campus facilities.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs daily supervision of all custodial full‑time and part‑time staff employees to ensure quality work is being performed; schedules employees; assigns tasks; ensures all custodial staff are properly trained on all cleaning equipment; and troubleshoots any problems they might have.


• Prepares employee appraisal evaluations.


• Prepares annual equipment budget requests; orders equipment and supplies.


• Verifies employees time sheets for the Department.


• Approves submitted Department leave forms.


• Makes recommendations for improvements or changes in Department operations.


• Backs‑up employees when necessary.


• Travels to any campus locations to assist with various site needs.


• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Associate degree; five (5) years of related work experience in custodian supervision; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.


• Knowledge of custodial operations including building and floor cleaning techniques and operation of all types of floor maintenance equipment.


• Knowledge of supervisory skills and methods.


• Knowledge of general custodial responsibilities and safe use of cleaning chemicals.


• Skill in applying custodial techniques and using equipment.


• Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.


• Skill in organizing, leading others, training, and prioritizing.


• Ability to be flexible, use initiative, be efficient, give directions, work independently as well as with others, be self‑motivated, and supervise others.


• Valid Florida driver’s license.

Physical Demands

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as medium work involving lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work.

Additional Expectations

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Additionally, all employees of the College are expected to maintain professional standards of communication, ability to learn and apply new technology, and abide by all policies and procedures. Continued employment remains on an at‑will basis.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification: Staff; Supervisory: Yes; FLSA Exempt: Yes; Employment Type: Regular; Compensation and Application Deadline: Pay range starts at: $52,244.30 | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience | Open until filled.