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Florida State University is seeking a Custodial Supervisor for the 8:00am shift in Tallahassee, FL. The role supervises custodial staff, provides training, and schedules workloads to maintain high cleanliness standards while coordinating with campus operations.
The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of related experience, and a valid Florida or Georgia driver’s license or ability to obtain one. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Job Title: Custodial Supervisor 8:00am Shift
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 63415
FSU Facilities Custodial Services
Supervises Custodial Staff. Provides training and instruction. Sets goals and objectives and determines workloads. Plans and establishes methods and frequency for cleaning. Communicates with the supervisory chain of command regarding daily operations and personnel related matters. Prepares forms and investigates incidents of on the job accidents/injuries of employees. Maintains accurate and up to date daily attendance and leave records.
Conducts general inspections of buildings for overall cleanliness and sanitation. Identifies deficiencies in cleaning and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure that corrective measures have been taken to bring cleaning up to established standards. Identifies and reports carpet cleaning or other maintenance needs as needed. Initiates work orders as necessary.
Coordinates and schedules all special custodial projects within assigned building(s). Serves as liaison between custodial staff and other staff and Residential Student Experience Life Staff. Works closely and communicates with building occupants to ensure that custodial work does not disrupt operations. Provides quality customer service and promotes a positive working relationship between custodial staff and customers. Assists pest control services/walk through to address pest issues.
Responsible for inventory control of custodial supplies and equipment. Issues supplies and equipment and ensures proper use. Inspects equipment and ensures proper maintenance and daily cleaning of carts, vacuums, floor machines, etc.
Initiates work orders for carpet cleaning, maintenance, repairs, pest control, and other services that cannot be performed by custodial staff. Operates University owned vehicles as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalency and two years' experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to two years. Relevant training may substitute for experience.
A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver's License or ability to obtain upon hire.
Supervisory experience preferred.
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!
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This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
The work schedule is 8am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute break.
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.