Facilities Labor Supervisor

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Sick Leave

Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government in Louisville, KY seeks a Custodial and Grounds Supervisor to oversee custodial, grounds maintenance and related labor activities. You will develop work plans, assign staff, and monitor performance, ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance.

This role requires strong leadership, hands-on oversight, and the ability to coordinate with building tenants and contractors. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant experience

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of cleaning office buildings and restrooms; vac­uuming, shampooing, waxing and polishing floors; or grounds maintenance; operating mowing and related equipment, and hand-held landscaping tools experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety.
• Monitors inventory levels and orders parts, supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Discusses work assignments and problems with custodial contractors, building tenants and departments.
• Coordinates the moving of equipment, supplies and furniture for meetings, seminars, press conferences and preparations for special events or seasonal activities.
• Conducts on-site inspections to review and inspect the progress or completion of custodial and grounds maintenance tasks, and to investigate and resolve complaints from building tenants.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning custodial, grounds maintenance, and general labor tasks.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Staff supervision

Safety procedures

Operations coordination

Equipment operation

Education

High School Graduation or GED equivalent

Job description

• Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
• Sick Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to supervise the custodial, grounds maintenance and general labor operations and activities.

This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Enforces safety procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment and employee safety.
• Monitors inventory levels and orders parts, supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Discusses work assignments and problems with custodial contractors, building tenants and departments.
• Coordinates the moving of equipment, supplies and furniture for meetings, seminars, press conferences and preparations for special events or seasonal activities.
• Conducts on-site inspections to review and inspect the progress or completion of custodial and grounds maintenance tasks, and to investigate and resolve complaints from building tenants.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction concerning custodial, grounds maintenance, and general labor tasks.
• Mixes cleaning chemicals and prepares solutions in compliance with OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Contacts vendors to order supplies and to obtain cost estimates for services.
• Coordinates property maintenance and custodial operations with departmental personnel and contractors.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of cleaning office buildings and restrooms; vacuuming, shampooing, waxing and polishing floors; or grounds maintenance; operating mowing and related equipment, and hand-held landscaping tools experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Other Minimum Requirements

• Must provide one's own source of transportation.
• Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA.
• Must be on 24-hour call.
• Must work a varied schedule.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must submit to fingerprinting for criminal history check.
• Must complete the annual security awareness training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
• Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
• Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
• Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
• Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
• Traffic; Moving machinery.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time – 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

• Vacation (pro rata)
• Sick Leave (pro rata)
• Holiday Pay (pro rata)

Part Time – Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

• Ineligible For Benefits

Temporary Positions

• Ineligible For Benefits

Interns

• Ineligible For Benefits

01

Are you a High School Graduate or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have Three (3) years of cleaning office buildings and restrooms; vacuuming, shampooing, waxing and polishing floors; or grounds maintenance; operating mowing and related equipment, and hand-held landscaping tools experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you able to provide your own source of transportation?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you able to be on 24-hour call?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you able to work a varied schedule?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess and can you maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question