Lead Custodian (Supervisor)

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Sick Leave

Vacation

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) seeks a Lead Custodian (Supervisor) to maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards for facilities in a government-related environment. You will supervise custodial staff, organize shifts, and train personnel in proper cleaning techniques and safety practices.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to safety and quality controls. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of custodial management experience, a valid driver’s license, and the

Qualifications

• 3+ years of custodial/services management experience in commercial or government settings.
• Advanced Custodial Technician certification from CMI or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Experience leading custodial teams and enforcing safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodial staff, schedules, equipment, and supplies to ensure high-quality service.
• Organize shifts and staffing levels for effective schedules.
• Train and evaluate custodial personnel on cleaning techniques and safety procedures.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and chemical handling specifications.
• Oversee use and maintenance of custodial tools and equipment.
• Manage a Quality Control Program, inspections, and contract compliance.
• Respond to tenant complaints and coordinate corrective actions.
• Prepare reports on inspections and work schedules.
• Maintain procedures for chemical storage, usage, and disposal.
• Assist in special custodial projects and emergency cleanups as required.
• Ensure building security through lock/unlock procedures.
• Assist in budgeting and tracking expenses; identify cost-saving measures.
• Maintain inventory records of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Distribute work orders and verify data within the client CMMS.
• Ensure compliance with proper chemical handling and disposal methods.

Skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Job description

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients.

ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is about teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments.

ICMS is seeking dependable and motivated LeadCustodian (Supervisor) to maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate is an experienced individual who can provide high-quality service and ensure tenant comfort and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate custodial employees, schedules, equipment and supplies, ensuring high-quality service and efficiency
• Organize and manage work shifts, ensuring correct staffing levels and effective schedules
• Train, evaluate, and oversee custodial personnel on proper cleaning techniques, safety standards, and use of custodial equipment
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures, applying appropriate safety standards
• Supervise the proper use and maintenance of custodial equipment, tools, and cleaning compounds, including manually operated tools and electrically powered machines
• Oversee a Quality Control Program, ensuring inspections, scheduling, contract compliance, corrective actions, and process improvements
• Respond to tenant complaints and coordinate corrective actions promptly.
• Prepare and maintain reports including inspection reports, and work schedules
• Oversee compliance with procedures for storage, usage, and disposal of chemicals
• Assist in special custodial projects and emergency response cleanups as required
• Ensure the security of buildings by supervising lock/unlock procedures
• Assist in managing budgets, tracking expenses, and recommending cost-saving measures
• Maintain inventory records of cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment
• Manage and distribute work orders while confirming data within the client CMMS
• Ensure compliance with proper chemical handling, application, and disposal methods.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of recent (within the past 5 years) experience in managing custodial or services, in commercial or government settings.
• Ability to gain and maintain a current certification in Advanced Custodial Technician from the Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively lead custodial teams
• Knowledge of proper custodial procedures for using and maintaining cleaning tools, machines, and chemical solutions
• Familiarity with quality control programs related to custodial operations, including inspections and corrective actions
• Ability to work independently and follow specific, detailed instructions
• Capable of written and verbal communication in English.
• Willingness to respond to emergencies after hours
• Experience working in a government facility.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to work on foot for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)
• Ability to climb stairs and lift 25+ pounds, when needed Ability to climb ladders, use power tools, and perform heavy physical labor as needed
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, chemicals, fumes, and dust
• Work may include outdoor exposure to inclement weather

Security Clearance:

It is mandatory that all Contractor personnel working onsite at federal facilities meet federal government security clearance standards. Minimum investigation at a Public Trust level required.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Compensation:

$22.00/hour plus $4.41 per hour Health and Welfare Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Sick Leave and Vacation
• Life and Accidental AD&D Insurance

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.