Custodian Team Lead

Indiana University

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
HSA contributions
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition subsidy

Job summary

Indiana University Indianapolis is hiring to lead entry-level custodial staff, overseeing daily assignments and maintaining campus cleanliness. You will train new employees, monitor quality, and ensure adherence to sanitation standards while coordinating with the shift supervisor.

This on-site role supports a large university facilities operation in Indianapolis. The position emphasizes leadership, safety, and efficient cleaning procedures, with opportunities to contribute to snow removal and

Qualifications

  • Requires high school diploma or equivalent with custodial leadership experience.
  • Alternative: high school level knowledge with 2 years custodial experience and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide structure and oversight for entry-level custodial staff.
  • Prioritize and assign daily work tasks.
  • Perform custodial duties and ensure sanitation standards.
  • Monitor quality and completeness of work.
  • Manage equipment and chemical supplies.
  • Train new staff on procedures and policies.
  • Review and approve timesheets when needed.
  • Assist with snow removal when required.

Skills

Leadership skills
Communication skills
Safety awareness
Time management
Professionalism
Adaptability
Customer relations
Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED
2 years custodial experience

Job description

Department CAMPUS FACILITY SERVICE GENERA (IN-CFSG-IUINA)Department Information Campus Facility Services (CFS) is proud to provide all Indiana University Indianapolis students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a high-quality physical environment. We provide maintenance, grounds and custodial services for more than 70 buildings and parking garages and over 300 acres of lawns, trees, plantings, sidewalks and parking lots. The department is also a frequent partner with IU Capital Projects on campus renovation projects and new construction initiatives.Our Mission - Campus Facility Services (CFS) - People serving the campus community and caring for the physical environment in support of the Indiana University Indianapolis mission.Our Vision - Earning customer trust through caring, connected, and competent service professionals.For information about the department, please visit: Campus Facility Services.

Job Summary
  • Provides structure and oversight for entry-level employees.
  • Prioritizes work assignments within a given routine and assigns tasks.
  • Participates in performing custodial duties.
  • Monitors work for quality, accuracy, and completeness to ensure compliance with departmental sanitation standards.
  • Manages and controls equipment and chemicals assigned to a given routine.
  • Maintains and orders supplies.
  • Inspects assigned areas and equipment to ensure that the quality of care is consistent with departmental standards.
  • Reports staff concerns, areas of deficiency, and any need for building maintenance to the shift supervisor for appropriate action.
  • Trains new employees on cleaning procedures, equipment, products, departmental policies, and standards.
  • May review and approve timesheets.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.
Qualifications
Education/ Work Experience
  • RequiredHigh school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) with 1 year of custodial experience and demonstrated leadership skills.
  • ORGeneral knowledge at the high school level with 2 years of experience at the foundational custodian level and demonstrated leadership skills.
SKILLS
  • RequiredAbility to work in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Proficient communication skills.
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
  • Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
  • Highly thorough and dependable.
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
  • Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
  • Ability to build strong customer relationships.
  • Knowledge of effective leadership techniques.
  • Ability to lead people and processes.
  • Knowledge of general cleaning procedures and equipment.
  • Ability to operate and use standard cleaning equipment and materials.
  • Ability to perform work that requires medium to heavy physical effort.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to use a computer.
Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

Benefits Overview
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings account with generous IU contributions
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Basic group life insurance paid by IU
  • Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
  • Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
  • Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
  • 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
  • Generous paid time off plans
  • Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification

Career Level: IntermediateFLSA: NonexemptJob Function: Engineering, Trades & FacilityJob Family: CustodialClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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