Overnight Custodial Manager

Union Depot; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in Washington, DC as a 3rd Shift Custodial Manager, where you will oversee custodial operations, supervise staff, and implement safety standards. Ideal candidates will bring leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining a clean, welcoming environment for students and faculty. Enjoy a competitive salary of $80,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Eligibility for incentive or bonus program

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in custodial/facilities operations, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Higher education or large institution experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nightly custodial operations across campus buildings.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate custodial teams.
• Conduct regular inspections to uphold cleanliness standards.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication abilities

Cleaning methods knowledge

Custodial equipment familiarity

Team-oriented environment

Facility management systems proficiency

Bilingual skills (Spanish/English)

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s in Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you take pride in creating clean, safe spaces? Are you a strong leader who thrives in an overnight environment? Join our Facilities team as a 3rd Shift Custodial Manager and lead the charge in maintaining a welcoming campus for students, faculty, and visitors alike.

Pay: $80,000/annually

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’seducation, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location,and alignment with market data.

You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program.

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

What You’ll Do:

As the 3rd Shift Custodial Manager, you’ll oversee nightly custodial operations across campus buildings in your assigned zone(s). Your key responsibilities include:

Supervising, training, and evaluating custodial teams, including supervisors and line managers

Creating and managing work schedules and staffing plans

Conducting regular inspections to uphold cleanliness and performance standards

Utilizing Smart Inspect data to drive improvements and meet KPIs

Managing inventory and procurement of supplies and equipment

Ensuring compliance with OSHA and university safety standards

Supporting special events, weather-related responses, and emergency needs

Developing custodial policies and procedures in collaboration with other departments

Upholding budgets and contributing to staff forecasting

Promoting a team-first culture through leadership and ongoing training

What You’ll Bring:

Education: Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s in Facilities Management or related field preferred

Experience: 3–5 years in custodial/facilities operations, including 2+ years in a supervisory role; higher ed or large institution experience a plus

Skills:

Strong leadership and communication abilities

Familiarity with cleaning methods and custodial equipment

Ability to foster a respectful, team-oriented environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and facility management systems

Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills a plus

Physical Requirements:

Comfortable walking and standing for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks