Senior Custodial Supervisor – Facilities & Maintenance

City of Stamford; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stamford is seeking a Head Custodian to supervise custodial staff across a large school or City facility. You will oversee cleaning, maintenance, and safety programs, train new employees, and coordinate with administrative personnel to maintain secure, well-kept buildings.

The role requires asbestos management knowledge (AHERA), compliance with Right to Know laws, and strong leadership to manage complex maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience as Head Custodian I with the City of Stamford.
• Thorough knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of fire safety and building systems.
• Ability to perform general maintenance repairs.
• Ability to supervise and direct subordinates.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of AHERA asbestos management plan and monitoring procedures.
• Knowledge of Right to Know Law and Hazardous Communications Act compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and participate in custodial work for large school or City facilities.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to maintain cleaning/maintenance schedules.
• Assign cleaning and maintenance shifts for all custodial staff.
• Recommend improvements and new equipment to supervisor.
• Train new employees in custodial duties and safety procedures.
• Ensure buildings are heated, cleaned, locked/unlocked for activities.
• Attend staff meetings and coordinate schedule changes with admins.
• Maintain records of supplies/equipment and daily activity reports.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Cleaning methods

Fire safety knowledge

Maintenance repairs

Staff supervision

Instructions comprehension

AHERA asbestos management

Hazardous materials handling

Job description

City of Stamford is seeking a Head Custodian to supervise custodial staff across a large school or City facility. You will oversee cleaning, maintenance, and safety programs, train new employees, and coordinate with administrative personnel to maintain secure, well-kept buildings.

The role requires asbestos management knowledge (AHERA), compliance with Right to Know laws, and strong leadership to manage complex maintenance tasks.