Environmental Services / Custodial Manager 1

Sodexo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a hands-on custodial supervisor for the University at Buffalo campus in Buffalo, NY. The role is a day-shift position (7:30 a.m.

– 4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday) with accountability for leading frontline environmental services teams across multiple buildings and ensuring clean, safe facilities for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. You will schedule, train, and support daily operations, influence performance, and manage resources to maintain high standards of safety and

Qualifications

• High School/GED or associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading custodial teams in fast-paced settings.
• Strong safety knowledge and regulatory awareness.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee frontline environmental services teams across multiple buildings.
• Schedule, train, and support daily operations to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Manage personnel, set direction, allocate resources, and monitor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

Safety protocols

Education

High School/GED or associate’s degree

Tools

Custodial tools

Job description

Provide custodial support for 7-12 buildings across the University at Buffalo campus, maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary facilities for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

This is a day-shift position, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., requiring effective time management and the ability to support multiple assigned buildings.

About the job

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll oversee frontline environmental services teams to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and efficiency. You’ll play a key part in scheduling, training, and supporting daily operations, helping create a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $48875 - $63250

What’s in it for you

• Step into a leadership role that allows you to make a visible impact every day.
• Develop your skills in team supervision, training, and operational coordination.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant workplace that supports health and wellbeing.
• Work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
• Collaborate with a supportive team that values initiative and accountability.
• Gain exposure to budget processes and operational planning.
• Grow your career in a mission-driven organization with opportunities to advance.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience leading or supervising environmental services or custodial teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Deep understanding of safety protocols and regulatory standards within facilities operations.
• Multitasking skills with a focus on meeting deadlines and supporting operational goals.
• Clear and confident communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Technical proficiency in custodial tools, processes, and systems to support daily operations.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School/GED or associate’s degree or equivalent experience

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.