Housekeeping Supervisor 2nd Shift

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to oversee custodial services, manage staff training, and ensure building maintenance across various university facilities. Ideal candidates should have at least three years of experience in janitorial or building maintenance roles, with one year in a leadership position preferred. Responsibilities also include evaluating staff performance and managing housekeeping tasks in diverse environments, maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of janitorial, housekeeping, or building maintenance experience.
• One year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains staff in housekeeping tasks across the University.
• Evaluates and monitors performance of housekeeping staff.
• Performs housekeeping duties, filling in as needed.
• Monitors systems for University events and service requests.
• Trains staff on the use of housekeeping equipment.

Skills

Supervision

Training staff

Janitorial services

Building maintenance

Performance evaluation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Employees in this class are responsible for assisting the Housekeeping Supervisor Monday thru Friday and independently supervising remedial and custodial services, minor maintenance, building operations and related services in University buildings or building complexes Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains staff in the performance of Housekeeping task in all areas of the University (Residence Halls, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, restrooms, public spaces and some outdoor areas.
• Evaluates, inspects and monitors Housekeeping staff performance.
• Performs all Housekeeping duties as needed filling in for staff members.
• Monitors the R25 system for University events and the SXU Service Request system on a daily basis.
• Trains staff on the use of and operates all Housekeeping equipment.
• Performs minor maintenance on Housekeeping on equipment.
• Inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions by submitting work orders.

• Requests and stocks disposable products such as soap, and paper towels.
• Moves furniture and other items in Residence Halls and University spaces by hand or using appropriate moving devices.
• Assigns staff members to and performs set-ups for other University functions.
• Inspects Housekeeping assigned closets and equipment checking for a neat, clean and safe working condition.
• Assigns staff and participates in the removal of snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings.
• Along with staff, salts stairways and walkways.

Qualifications

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED), with minimum of three (3) years of janitorial, housekeeping, and/or building maintenance experience. One (1) year experience in a lead or supervisory capacity desirable.

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.