Evening Custodial Supervisor

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Custodial Supervisor to oversee shift custodial operations for 25–40 staff across up to 20 buildings in the Building Services Department. You will plan, coordinate and schedule custodial activities, requisition supplies, manage inventory, and monitor work hours, overtime and flextime.

Travel between buildings to inspect areas for safety and customer service standards; communicate with the General Manager on daily progress and issues; foster teamwork and staff

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in supervision or related field.
• Supervisory experience.
• In lieu of degree, equivalent combination of related education and required work experience (Associate’s degree and 3 years of supervisory experience or a high school diploma and 5 years of experience)

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and schedule custodial activities including requisition of general custodial supplies, inventory for assigned buildings, and approve and monitor work hours, overtime and flextime.
• Travel among buildings and inspect areas for compliance with customer service and department standards, safety procedures.
• Consult with General Manager on status of daily shift activities and advise of problems and/or needs.
• Foster teamwork and staff professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Outlook

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Organization

Mathematics

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in supervision or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The successful candidate for this Custodial Supervisor position will supervise the shift custodial operations of 25-40 custodians assigned to up to 20 buildings in the Building Services Department. Plan, coordinate and schedule custodial activities including the requisition of general custodial supplies, inventory for assigned buildings, and approve and monitor work hours, overtime and flextime. Travel among buildings and inspect individual areas for compliance with customer service and department standards, safety procedures, etc. Consult with General Manager on status of daily shift activities and advise of problems and/or needs. Foster teamwork and staff professional development.

Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus beautiful year-round and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:

• Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
• Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
• Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
• Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

• Associate's degree in supervision or related field
• Supervisory experience
• In lieu of degree, consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experience (Associate’s degree and 3 years of supervisory experience or a high school diploma and 5 years of experience)

Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources
• Must have proven leadership and customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, employees and peers
• Conflict resolution skills needed
• Strong computer skills required including knowledge of Outlook, word processing and spreadsheets
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematics
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions during snow removal operations
• A valid US or Canadian driver's license

Preferred:

• Five years supervisory experience
• Custodial experience and supervision
• Knowledge of campus buildings
• Working knowledge of custodial techniques

What We’d Like You To Know:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Plan Waiting Period

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access university.