Custodian Supervisor

SFCC Santa Fe Community College; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Fe Community College is seeking a Custodial Supervisor to lead a team of custodians, ensure clean, safe, and well-presented facilities, and coordinate daily operations on campus in Santa Fe, NM.

The role supervises about 22 crew members, assigns work, trains staff on cleaning methods and equipment, and enforces safety standards while supporting staff development and campus service quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of job-related experience including 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work quality and safety of custodial crew (avg. ~22 members).
• Delegate tasks and train staff on cleaning methods and equipment.
• Participate in hiring, performance evaluations, and disciplinary decisions as per policy.
• Review work orders and allocate workload to meet deadlines.
• Supervise equipment, supplies, keys, and inventories; perform custodial duties as needed.

Skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Independent work

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Workday

SchoolDude

Outlook

Job description

Compensation: Salary Grade: CS114 Minimum starting rate: $20.09 Final offer will be based on relevant experience and other applicable factors. Compensation Type: Hourly Employment Type: Regular FLSA: Non-Exempt Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Position Summary

The Custodial Supervisor leads custodial staff to maintain clean, safe, and well‑presented campus facilities. This role is responsible for supervising daily operations, ensuring quality standards, coordinating work assignments, and supporting staff development to maintain a healthy environment for students, employees, and visitors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough inspections of the work performed by the assigned custodial crew (average of 22 crew members) to ensure consistency and quality of work and adherence to established procedures and safety regulations.
• Delegates tasks and responsibilities to meet department goals; trains employees on cleaning techniques, equipment use, methods, and procedures.
• Provides input for hiring, performance evaluations, discipline and terminations in accordance with college policy.
• Reviews work orders and organizes and allocates workload to ensure balance and that deadlines are met.
• Supervises the ordering, care, maintenance, and utilization of department equipment, supplies, keys, and inventories.
• Moves furniture and rearranges classrooms, meeting rooms, and conference rooms; performs custodial duties as required.
• Removes snow from entrances, sidewalks, and exits as required to ensure access to spaces and the safety of others.
• Attend mandatory safety trainings.
• Ensures adherence to established policies and procedures, objectives and safety standards.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate work orders and daily work assignments.
• Ability to schedule staff and allocate resources to meet departmental goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to monitor quality of work and ensure compliance with safety procedures and standards.
• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment, including vacuum cleaners and floor‑clearing machines.
• Ability to use hand and power tools related to custodial work.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communications.
• Ability to use job‑related software (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Workday, and School Dude).
• Knowledge of proper use and care of custodial equipment and cleaning equipment.

Conditions of Employment

• Must possess and maintain a valid NM Driver’s License.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background check.
• Must successfully complete OSHA General Industry training within six months of employment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Considerable physical activity. Requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or moving objects up to 50 lbs. and occasionally over 50 lbs. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Work Hours

This position is based on‑site in Santa Fe, NM. Typical work shift is 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; may change based on operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent 3 years of job‑related experience to include 1 (one) year of supervisory experience

Best Consideration Date: 9/28/2026

Notice of Background Check and Education Verification

All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon a successful completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.

Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

ADA Statement

The SFCC is an EOE and affirmative action Employer.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

SFCC Recruiting Statement

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic‑serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico. We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff. SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone. SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff.

Company Information

For more than 35 years, Santa Fe Community College has been the gateway to success for individuals and the community by providing affordable, high‑quality educational programs that serve the social, cultural, technological and economic needs of a diverse community.

SFCC is designated a Best for Vets and a Military Friendly school.

The college serves more than 13,000 students per year in its credit, noncredit and adult programs.

For further information, call 505-428-1000.

Our Mission and Strategic Plan Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los estudiantes, fortalecer a la comunidad.

SFCC values the strengths and contributions across all backgrounds, cultures, and identities and commits to examining and addressing systemic biases to deliver respect, equity and access for all.

SFCC valora la fortaleza y contribuciones por parte de todos los orígenes, culturas e identidades y se compromete a examinar y abordar prejuicios sistémicos para brindar respeto, equidad y acceso a todos.