Supervisor - Custodial

Challenge Unlimited; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D)

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, &

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Challenge Unlimited in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Supervisor to oversee janitorial crews at the Richard Bolling Federal Building. You will supervise, train, and support workers with disabilities, ensuring safety, quality, and alignment with contract requirements.

This role includes performance evaluations, daily coaching, and scheduling, with a 6:00am–2:30pm shift and a $22/hour pay rate. A high school diploma and supervisory experience are required; a valid driver’s license and background

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years janitorial experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory or training role.
• Solid oral and written communication skills.
• Must pass criminal background check and state/federal registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise janitorial crew to meet contract requirements.
• Provide training, feedback, and coaching to workers with emphasis on safety and company culture.
• Complete monthly/quarterly assessments and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate scheduling and timekeeping; ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
• Enforce OSHA regulations and maintain safe work environment.

Skills

Supervision

Training

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential. We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.

Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values: community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes. It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for supervising work‑related opportunities for people who have different abilities to work with integrated teams and receive work support and development as needed—achieving the highest level of independence possible. Supervises employees and clients in the performance of janitorial cleaning duties at the assigned site; may be assigned to assist crew with completing required tasks. Back‑up/alternate point of contact with site contract management. Provides training, support, and on‑going feedback to all workers on job duties, proper procedures, and areas for improvement, with a special focus on safety and company culture. Completes monthly/quarterly assessments and performance evaluations for the department. Other duties may include scheduling, training, disciplining, and/or processing timekeeping for workers. Ensures work and safety procedures are followed with a special focus on Company culture. Ensures quality and customer satisfaction at the site.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm, Must be flexible to cover other shifts as needed.
• Pay rate: $22
• Location: Richard Bolling Federal Building

Job Responsibilities

• Performance Management: Ensure work is performed in accordance with the contract’s statement of work and in compliance with Company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, customer requirements, and quality and safety standards. Provide a safe environment for all workers and customers. Follow and enforce OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations. Complete incident and/or accident reports in accordance with Company policies. Take preventative and corrective action as needed. Conduct safety training, inspections, and ensure workers utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Develop, modify, and complete contract paperwork as needed and/or required. Support PM (Project Manager) in all needed tasks.
• Janitorial Support: Observe and/or assist crew in completing contract required tasks. Clean, sanitize, and restock bathrooms including sweep & mop floors, sinks, toilets, glass & mirrors, stall walls, stainless steel. Vacuum, sweep, mop floors and stairs. Empty all trash cans and replace liners, clean receptacles, as necessary. Maintain and organize chemical and equipment storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe manner. Clean, sanitize, and restock common areas and break rooms including sinks, countertops, microwaves, coffee makers, and refrigerators in break rooms. Dust and clean office desks and furniture that are not cluttered. Clean windowsills and windows.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain quality standards. Complete regular inspections. Promptly correct any deficiencies and rectify any customer complaints. Transport crew to and from cleaning locations as needed. Relay pertinent information to workers and PM about any updates or changes to the contract in a timely, accurate manner.
• Client and Staff Development (Operations Work/Job Skills): Meet the needs of clients and staff while fulfilling contract obligations. Apply techniques for working with individuals with disabilities in the workplace. Support crew members by providing timely and thorough training and feedback. Oversee new worker training and ongoing training for all members of the crew. Work with a team to help them develop job skills and work/behavior skills which may help them achieve the highest level of independence possible. Complete monthly/quarterly client assessments.
• Effective Leadership: Supervise all site positions, ensuring work is performed according to the contract’s statement of work, company policies, and procedures. Communicate client, employee and customer issues to Project Manager and make recommendations for correction and/or discipline. Encourage effective outcomes and accountability. Communicate job expectations; motivate, coach, and counsel employees. Build an effective company culture that embodies our Company values to achieve optimum performance levels and achieve goals and objectives.

Position Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of janitorial experience and at least 1 year in a supervisory or training role. Solid oral and written communication skills required.
• Certifications/Licenses: Driver’s License (regular in IL, WI, OH, SC; Class E in MO)
• Computer Skills: Basic Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Background Checks:
  • Must pass criminal background check.
  • Must pass various State and Federal registry checks.
• Driving: Must pass driving history check and Company policy criteria. Must maintain valid driver’s license and be 21 or older to drive. Driving is required in most jobs, except for some positions as approved by the Vice President of Operations. Company travel using personally insured vehicle may be required. (based on site)

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D)
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, & Holidays)
• Short Term Disability

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.