Custodial Supervisor (3080)

HES Facilities; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

HES Facilities Management seeks a Custodial Supervisor to lead a team of custodians, ensure safety, and uphold cleaning standards across educational facilities. The role emphasizes planning, training, and on-site supervision with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of supervisory experience, strong communication, and basic mechanical knowledge. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a college degree is preferred but not necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year supervisor experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; college degree preferred but not required.
• Experience in custodial operations and safety practices is valued.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Custodians daily, ensuring quantity and quality of work.
• Plan and perform major cleaning operations and coordinate with management.
• Provide on-the-job training related to safety, equipment, and materials.
• Coordinate building emergencies (fire/flood cleanup, snow/ice removal) and after-hours support.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety training

Scheduling

Communication skills

On-site supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Basic mechanical knowledge

Job description

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Job Skills / Requirements

Custodial Supervisor acts as an ambassador for our company values and philosophy, and implements and maintains all necessary programs to achieve Corporate Mission and Goals. Facilitates and coordinates all key personnel and technical / operational processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction.Responsible for organizing, scheduling, assigning and performing daily work routines.Team leader for safety in work area assigned. Responsible for training all employees in safety related issues. Discuss all safety issues and provide proper personal protective equipment. Investigate accidents and make determinations as of cause of injuries. And reporting all concerns and injuries.Provides on the job training for new employees with regard to every phase of their job, which includes equipment and chemical usage. In addition, provides continuing training using on the job coaching methods for current employees.Management of equipment and consumablesWork with department management team to insure adequate supply of products and chemicals are readily available for staff use.Communicates effectively in regards to requests, work orders and any other element of the job.Coordinate and provide assistance for building emergencies (such as fire/flood clean-up, snow/ice removal, etc.). During and after working hours.Must be able to plan and perform major cleaning operations, supervising assigned work projects, and coordinate major work projects with the manager and or assistant manager and following up onSupervisory ResponsibilitySupervise Custodians on a daily basis with regard to quantity and quality of work. Inspect all assigned areas frequently to insure that individual and building inspections meet service level quality standards, utilizing computer aided inspection systems and other department provided tools, etc. Supervise other related work as required.Disciplines and counsels staff in disciplinary actions. Advises office when verbal & written disciplinary actions have been given. Jointly meets with employee and manager when problem warrants written warnings.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum qualificationsCollege degree preferred but not required.Experience: Minimum of 1-year supervisor experience.Custodial KnowledgeComputer literacyBasic Mechanical KnowledgeGood Oral and Written Communication SkillsHES is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Information / Benefits

HES Facilities Management is an equal opportunity employer. HES Facilities Management does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Holidays