EVS Supervisor: Lead Cleaning for Major Events

ASM Global Arena Management, LLC; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

The Sanford Center – Bemidji, MN seeks an Environmental Services Supervisor to oversee daily cleaning operations and supervise EVS staff, ensuring that event spaces, restrooms, seating areas, and concourses are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

This role manages staff schedules, coordinates post‑event cleanings, inventories supplies, coordinates with maintenance for equipment, and ensures compliance with health and environmental regulations, with flexibility for

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of supervisory experience in custodial, janitorial, or environmental services—preferably in a sports, entertainment, or convention facility.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation standards, and use of industrial cleaning equipment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment.
• Effective communication and leadership skills; ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and basic computer applications (MS Office, Outlook, Excel, work order systems).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and janitorial tasks, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash removal, vacuuming, pressure washing, laundry, washing and waxing, and operating cleaning equipment.
• Clean restrooms and replenish supplies.
• Supervise and direct Environmental Services (EVS) staff in day‑to‑day and event‑based cleaning and sanitation operations.
• Develop and maintain staff work schedules to support both routine operations and special events.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑event inspections to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members to ensure effective and safe cleaning practices.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment; coordinate orders as needed.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Respond promptly to cleaning‑related service requests during events, and other requests on day‑to‑day operations as needed.
• Collaborate with conversion, event operations, facility management, and security teams to coordinate cleaning needs.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and health regulations.
• Provide leadership and assist with event set‑up, tear‑down, and clean‑up during event changeovers, ensuring efficient turnaround of spaces.
• Prepare reports on staff performance, equipment maintenance, and supply usage.
• Work flexible, extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling software

MS Office

Time management

Team supervision

Facilities knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or vocational training preferred

Job description

The Sanford Center – Bemidji, MN seeks an Environmental Services Supervisor to oversee daily cleaning operations and supervise EVS staff, ensuring that event spaces, restrooms, seating areas, and concourses are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

This role manages staff schedules, coordinates post‑event cleanings, inventories supplies, coordinates with maintenance for equipment, and ensures compliance with health and environmental regulations, with flexibility for