Custodian 4 (Custodial Supervisor)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Basin College (CBC) seeks a Custodian 4 who will supervise the Custodial Services Department within Facilities. The role plans, directs, and executes custodial work across CBC facilities to maintain a clean, safe environment for staff and students.

It reports to the Director for Facilities Services. Responsibilities include leading shifts, ensuring proper cleaning methods, staff development, inspections, and effective operations.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience supervising custodial staff or directing others in large scale janitorial, housekeeping or facilities support work.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Current ISSA Custodial Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Possession of a valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one before date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the Custodial Services Department in maintaining campus cleanliness and operations.
• Direct day-to-day custodial operations ensuring staffing, service delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Train, coach, and develop custodial staff and shift leads in best practices and safety.
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure standards and guidelines are met.
• Coordinate planning, communication, and performance management with custodial leads.
• Maintain custodial inventory, supplies, equipment, and cost-saving measures.
• Ensure compliance with campus safety policies and SDS requirements.
• Develop and analyze departmental records and reports.
• Assist with custodial support functions including events and moves.
• Serve as working supervisor by performing custodial duties and snow removal when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic decision-making

Organization

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Financial & resource management

Professionalism

CBC commitments

DEI inclusion

Education

Associate’s degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Columbia Basin College (\"CBC\" or the \"College\") seeks a Custodian 4 that is the Custodial Supervisor for the Custodial Services Department within Facilities and has the responsibility for planning, organizing, delegating, and executing the performance of custodial work for CBC. The custodial team provides a clean, safe, comfortable environment for staff and students. Custodial does this by performing the general cleaning and housekeeping duties at all CBC buildings/facilities assigned. This position reports to the Director for Facilities Services.

This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by May 25, 2026 @ 11:59 PM Pacific Time.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the Custodial Services Department in maintaining campus cleanliness, care of buildings, and continuity of operations by directly supervising custodial shift leads, providing leadership, guidance, and support;


• Direct day-to-day custodial operations to ensure adherence to established cleaning methodologies, efficient service delivery, proper staffing coverage, workload adjustments for absences or special projects, and continuous evaluation and improvement of cleaning models, workflows, morale, productivity, financial impacts, and operational improvement opportunities;


• Train, coach, and develop custodial staff and shift leads in custodial best practices, equipment usage, safety procedures, snow removal responsibilities, and documented life-cycle training programs to improve staff knowledge, work methods, and overall departmental effectiveness;


• Conduct regular inspections of campus buildings and grounds to assess custodial conditions, identify deficiencies or needed repairs, advise shift leads accordingly, and ensure departmental standards and College custodial guidelines are consistently met;


• Coordinate departmental planning, communication, and performance management by conducting regular meetings with custodial leads and shift staff for strategic planning, goal-setting, problem solving, review recommendations and findings, implementation of process expectations, and preparation of evaluation conclusions and reports for the Director for Facilities Services;


• Maintain and manage custodial inventory, supplies, chemicals, furniture storage, and equipment by ordering and distributing products, ensuring proper equipment maintenance and operation, researching alternate or improved products, evaluating supply costs, and recommending cost-saving measures;


• Ensure compliance with all campus safety policies, procedures, and ongoing Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements relating to the handling and use of chemicals, custodial supplies, equipment, and operational practices;


• Develop, collect, track, and analyze departmental records and reports using applicable systems and tools, including custodial workload analyses, service requirements, employee performance, job cards, cleaning efficiency metrics, key performance measures, recycling collection schedules, quality control data, and other records as needed;


• Assist with custodial support functions including recycling operations, event/classroom/meeting set-up and tear-down, office and workstation moves, furnishing relocations, and operation of light trucks, vans, and other mobile equipment in support of campus needs;


• Serve as a working supervisor by performing custodial duties and snow removal activities as needed to ensure uninterrupted departmental support and completion of assigned responsibilities; and


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience supervising custodial staff or directing others in large scale janitorial, housekeeping or facilities support work;


• Ability to read, write and communicate in English;


• Current ISSA Custodial Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire; and


• Possession of a valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one before date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university.

Skills and Abilities

Leadership

Ability to formally lead teams, motivate staff, and cultivate a positive, productive work environment while exhibiting initiative, accountability, and influence among peers to foster collaboration and shared ownership of department goals;

Communication

Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills demonstrated through clearly conveying information, building and maintaining strong working relationships, providing responsive customer service, and resolving conflicts professionally with custodial and CBC staff;

Strategic Decision-Making & Problem Solving

Strong analytical ability to assess complex situations, identify practical solutions, evaluate alternatives, and make informed decisions that align with institutional priorities, mission, and long-term operational goals and effectiveness;

Organization

Highly organized with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and projects, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain efficiency in a dynamic work environment;

Adaptability

Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting priorities, approaches, and workflows to meet changing circumstances and evolving organizational needs;

Attention to Detail & Quality

Thorough and detail-oriented approach to work that emphasizes accuracy, precision, consistency, and high-quality outcomes while minimizing errors and ensuring operational excellence;

Financial & Resource Management

Experience in budget development, fiscal planning, financial oversight, and resource allocation to support responsible stewardship in line with state purchasing, maximize efficiency, and achieve budgetary and departmental objectives while operating within yearly budget allocations;

Professionalism

Consistently demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, reliability, confidentiality, and commitment to institutional values in support of effective operations and workplace success;

CBC Shared Commitments

Demonstrates a willingness to work with and support others in completing assignments, accepts constructive feedback, and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors. Shows alignment with CBC Shared Commitments by treating others with respect, communicating and collaborating effectively, pursuing growth and learning, valuing and celebrating contributions, prioritizing wellness, and holding self and others accountable;

Support for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Reflecting CBC's mission, vision, and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting; demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity, and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students, and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional, and organizational growth.

Terms of Employment

This position is a full-time, overtime eligible classified staff position. The typical work hours for this position are Monday 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, the employee must be available to work a flexible schedule due to work demands and some prior notice is given by the College. This position is available immediately.

Process Note

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.

Please note that selected interview candidates will be subject to supplemental testing that will measure skills and abilities related to this position (e.g., Organization, Communication, Custodial Equipment, Analytical Skills, MS Office Simulation [Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word], Customer Service, etc.).

Conditions of Employment

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Columbia Basin College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986. Columbia Basin College is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas (e.g., H-1B) at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

CBC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the letter and spirit of all federal and state laws. CBC encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legal protected characteristics. Candidates who need any accommodation in the application process or in employment should contact the Office of Human Resources.

Other Job Elements

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met and may be encountered by an incumbent when performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility, including frequent traveling between buildings on campus and driving employer vehicles off and around campus. Duties involve physical strength, agility and endurance to bend/reach, lift, pull or push objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, 80 pounds with help from others or by mechanical means, and climb a ladder and work from heights no more than 80 feet off the ground. Manual dexterity and coordination are required while operating equipment such as standard office equipment and custodial equipment.

Working Conditions

Work environment is performed in multiple locations such as atypical office environment, field and indoor/outdoor settings that includes some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require following safety and driving requirements. There may be exposure to chemical hazards requiring the use of rubber safety gloves and safety glasses as provided. Interruptions occur on a regular basis. There can be exposure to adverse weather conditions and unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust and/or uneven surfaces, while performing the duties of this position.