Supervising Janitor - Full Time Day Shift

Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

State pension

Generous leave

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking a Supervising Janitor for the Day Shift to oversee cleaning, maintenance, and care of hospital facilities and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include supervising staff, scheduling assignments, and managing supplies in compliance with established guidelines.

The role requires strong intrapersonal and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with all levels of the organization. Previous hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of custodial care experience, including supervisory duties.
• Experience in hospital settings preferred.
• Strong intrapersonal and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and administers a custodial program according to guidelines.
• Plans and schedules staff assignments and cleaning services; reassigns staff to ensure timely completion.
• Manages custodial program inventory and distribution of supplies.
• Inspects buildings for cleaning guideline compliance and investigates complaints.
• Prepares portion of the annual budget for custodial operations.
• Evaluates equipment and cleaning methods to improve efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description - Supervising Janitor - Full Time Day Shift (2603246)

Supervising Janitor - Full Time Day Shift

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, our Janitors are responsible for the cleaning, maintenance, and care of the hospital and adjacent grounds and sidewalks. Our Janitors respond to building issues and perform basic maintenance; submit work orders for building repairs; and order and restock cleaning supplies.

Qualified candidates should demonstrate excellent intrapersonal skills and time management skills. They should have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.

Duties of a Supervising Janitor may include the following but are not limited to:

• Supervises and administers a program of systematic cleaning and care of assigned building areas or the entire program in accordance with established guidelines.
• Plans and schedules staff assignments and cleaning services; reassigns staff to ensure that work is accomplished according to schedule and that staff is fully utilized; and shifts personnel to handle emergency cleaning, maintenance, and care projects.

Supervises the custodial program inventory system, including the requisitioning and proper distribution and control of new cleaning equipment and supplies.

Supervises unskilled maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment, and requests semiskilled or skilled trades staff as necessary.

Inspects buildings and assigned areas for compliance with cleaning guidelines; and investigates complaints of unsatisfactory cleaning performance and takes corrective action.

Prepares a portion or the entire annual equipment, supplies, and personnel budget for the custodial operation.

Evaluates and makes recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards to ensure a more effective and efficient cleaning program.

Qualifications

Promotion Qualifications: One year of experience as a Janitor, Housekeeper, Supervising Housekeeper, Supervising Building Services Aide or Building Services Assistant 2.

Minimum Qualifications under NY HELPS Program: Two years of satisfactory full‑time experience in the custodial care or cleaning of buildings, offices, or institutional residences of which one year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience working in a hospital setting and/or in the hospital industry. Possess excellent intrapersonal skills, time management skills, have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.

Post‑Start Requirements

This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position may be designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Additional Pay

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full‑time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

Benefits

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

About Stony Brook Medicine

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health‑related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Programme in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community‑based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Diversity & Inclusion

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process, please request one by contacting [e-mail]. We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable law. This process is separate from and does not require any voluntary self‑identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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Job Details

1. Job Number: 2603246
2. Official Job Title: Supervising Janitor
3. Job Field: (unspecified)
4. Primary Location: (unspecified)
5. Schedule: Full‑time
6. Shift: Day Shift
7. Shift Hours : 7am - 3:30pm
8. Pass Days : Variable
9. Posting Start Date: (unspecified)
10. Posting End Date: (unspecified)
11. Salary Grade : SG11