Lead Custodial Technician

The-Coquille-Indian-Tribe; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coquille Indian Tribe is seeking a Lead Custodial Technician to supervise and coordinate custodial services across assigned facilities, ensuring safety and high standards of cleanliness.

The role includes training staff, scheduling tasks, reporting, and maintaining records, with a focus on quality control and compliance with health and safety regulations. Weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years custodial experience.
• Two years supervisory/leadership experience.
• Availability to work weekends.
• Oregon driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and schedule custodial services.
• Lead and train custodial staff.
• Oversee cleaning of floors, carpets, furniture.
• Maintain records and inventories.
• Site inspections for safety and standards.

Skills

Advanced cleaning

Staff supervision

Safety procedures

Chemical handling

Lifting technique

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Problem reporting

Following directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position is a covered position as defined in the Coquille Indian Tribe Chapter 185 Child Protection Ordinance. Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen, Criminal, and Character Background Check.SUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONSUnder the supervision of the Custodial Supervisor, the Lead Custodial Technician ensures that the assigned buildings and work areas are clean and sanitary according to departmental standards; coordinates the work of other custodial technicians as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPlans, organizes and schedules custodial services in support of Coquille Indian Tribe custodial operations and related maintenance programs; performs and leads work of maintenance staff in completing custodial tasks.Trains and provides work direction to assigned staff; assists in formulation and presentation of custodial training programs.Assists in the training and supervision of custodial personnel and substitute staff.Exercises program controls over one or more custodial service support programs such as: assignment, training, and supervision of substitute personnel; conducts site inspection and quality control.Delivers operational training; ensures compliance with employee safety; oversees the cleaning of furniture, and furnishings.Leads and participates in routine custodial activities; sweeps, scrubs, mops, strips, waxes and polishes floors; vacuums rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; spot cleans and shampoos carpets; empties and cleans waste containers.Assists in establishing and maintaining quality control and performance measurement programs.Maintains records; prepares reports; compiles product supply lists and replenish inventories.Assists in routine and special event custodial support.Assists in site inspections to ensure compliance of standards of health, safety, and general housekeeping.Oversees and directs assigned cleaning crews in support of such tasks as routine facility and special event cleaning or emergency clean-up requirements.Drives a vehicle to conduct work as required.Operates custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber/extractor machines and other equipment as necessary.Participates in and directs or coordinates the efforts of assigned personnel in a variety of custodial support related activities as assigned.Insect and pest control.Replenishes restrooms, kitchen and work area supplies.Communicates with supervisory staff the status of projects, problems, concerns etc.Make recommendations to management for the purchase of products and equipment.In coordination with the facilities maintenance employees, perform routine maintenance and support the maintenance staff.Other duties as assigned.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to work flexible hours, which include day shift, swing shift and graveyard shift as business demands. While performing duties of this position, employee is required to stand for extended periods, and frequently walk, and use hands to; finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.The individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position safely, efficiently, and accurately. Work duties or processes may be modified, when appropriate and feasible, to support successful performance without creating a significant safety risk.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESIndividuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Work duties or processes may be modified, when appropriate and feasible, to support successful performance.Advanced cleaning methods and procedures for proper cleaning and maintenance of floors, walls, fixtures and furnishings, chemicals, compounds and cleaning agents common to building maintenance and specialized cleaning requirements.Principles of training and providing work direction.Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.General safety procedures to include safe working practices and chemical handling procedures.Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.Proper lifting techniques.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Lead and participate in a variety of cleaning and custodial maintenance activities in support of custodial operations and related programs.Maintain buildings and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.Use cleaning materials and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.Operate a variety of custodial equipment.Maintain tools and equipment in clean working order.Move and arrange furniture and equipment.Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.Understand and follow verbal and written directions.Observe health and safety regulations.Meet schedules and timelines.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or GED.Three (3) years’ custodial experience.Sufficient training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and three years’ custodial experience with at least two years in a supervisory or leadership role.Availability to work weekends is required.Current and valid Oregon driver’s license in good standing with no insurability issues as determined by the Tribe’s insurance carrier is required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCommunity health clinic or related industry experience.