Environmental Services Supervisor

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Services Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in ensuring the highest standards of custodial services across university facilities. This role includes hiring, training, and supervising staff, managing budgets, and implementing safety measures. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in supervision and experience in custodial services. Join a vibrant community committed to equity and inclusion while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a prestigious institution.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition discounts for employees and dependents

Generous vacation and sick time

14 paid holidays/campus closure days

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree or higher plus four years of related experience.
• IICRC Certification required within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate assigned staff and technical service employees.
• Administer and control assigned budget(s) and develop analytical input.
• Ensure quality custodial cleaning procedures are followed.

Skills

Supervision

Budget Management

Employee Training

Safety Inspections

Education

Associate's Degree

IICRC Certification

Tools

Computer Programs

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State's Office of Physical Plant (OPP) is seeking candidates for a first-shift Environmental Services Supervisor. This position will be responsible for the supervision, administration, and training of technical-service employees to ensure that quality custodial cleaning procedures of University facilities are followed.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Hire, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff and technical service employees.

• Handle discipline issues utilizing the Union-University Agreement and human resources procedures and policies.

• Represent the University in various meetings such as: unemployment compensation hearings, grievances, and other labor relations issues.

• Administer and control assigned budget(s).

• Develop and provide data and analytical input to the budgeting and planning process.

• Establish cleaning procedures.

• Plan work schedules.

• Maintain supplies and equipment inventories.

• Ensure adequate distribution of materials to job sites.

• Inspect and ensure quality and quantity standards are met.

• Responsible for conducting employee training needs assessment plans. Schedule and perform required training for assigned employees.

• Monitor custodial safety measures ensuring safe and proper working conditions.

• Perform safety inspections and ensure the security of physical facilities and assigned buildings.

• Recommend and implement injury prevention measures and investigate accidents.

• Advise and/or resolve with supervisor/client workflow status or problems on a daily basis.

• Utilize various computer programs.

Shift is 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.

Education and Experience:

This position will be filled at the Supervisor or Senior Supervisor level. Requires an Associate's degree or higher plus four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience for the supervisor level. Additional education and/or education required for higher-level jobs. This position also requires IICRC Certification within two years of hire.

Background checks:

This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefitsfor more detailed information):

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)

• Generous vacation time and sick time

• 14 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms.We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belongingthat supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages theeducational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of thecommunity thrive.We value belonging as a core strength and anessential element of the university's teaching, research, and servicemission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$46,400.00 - $74,000.00

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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