Supervisor, Custodial Services (3rd shift - part time)

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University in the United States is seeking a part-time Supervisor, Custodial Services for the 3rd shift (Friday and Saturday 11:00pm-8:00am). The role supervises custodial staff to ensure clean, well-maintained facilities, overseeing payroll data, attendance, and work orders while coordinating safety and union-related processes.

You will train staff, manage equipment, and respond to maintenance issues, with emphasis on quality service, teamwork, and adherence to Brown’s equal opportunity

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 2–4 years’ custodial/janitorial/maintenance experience or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience supervising employees; preferably in a union environment.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, equipment, tools and materials common to the custodial/janitorial profession.
• Knowledge of floor care procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of general industry safety practices and standards within the custodial profession.
• Knowledge of supervising bargaining unit employees.”
• Excellent customer oriented service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, diverse environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and ability to process time & attendance, and work order scheduling.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information and plan appropriate response.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodial staff and coordinate tasks to ensure clean, well-maintained facilities.
• Submit payroll data and maintain attendance records.
• Maintain key control system and process work orders; administer safety program.
• Respond to maintenance issues as first responder and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Knowledge of safety practices

Ability to read and interpret policies

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Supervisor, Custodial Services (3rd shift - part time)

Job Description: Position Purpose Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management “We Care” principle values. Responsible for supervising custodial staff so that buildings and assets of the University are clean and well maintained. Ensures high quality fulfillment of cleaning tasks by ensuring availability of proper equipment, training staff in appropriate methods, and coordinating other tasks, as needed, to complement the overall custodial program. Performs, in a professional and timely manner, a variety of administrative functions in support of the overall goals of the Custodial Division, including but not limited to: submission of payroll data, maintenance of key control system, maintenance of attendance records, management of work orders, administering the safety program for assigned staff, administration of collective bargaining agreement between the University and USAW RI FM. Performs visual inspections of all locations under their responsibility. Acts as the first responder to maintenance issues and takes action to resolve the issues. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Schedule/Hours of Work This is a weekend, part time supervisor position. Successful candidates must be available to work overtime and respond to emergencies as needed. Friday & Saturday: 11:00pm-8:00am (overnight/3rd shift)

Job Qualifications and Competencies

• Associates degree and 2-4 years’ custodial/janitorial/maintenance experience or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience supervising employees; preferably in a union environment.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, equipment, tools and materials common to the custodial / janitorial profession.
• Knowledge of floor care procedure and equipment.
• Knowledge of general industry safety practices and standards within the custodial profession.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of supervision of bargaining unit employees.
• Excellent customer oriented service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Careful but assertive approach to dealing with personnel matters, and dealing with conflict.
• Must possess the ability to work in a collaborative, diverse environment.
• Knowledge of all Microsoft™ Office Software and ability to process time & attendance, and work order scheduling, proficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize large amounts of information and plan appropriate response.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate the work of others, in a fair and well thought out narrative.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to be flexible and responsive.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
• Ability to foster a collaborative, team centered environment.
• General knowledge of the plumbing, electrical and structural trades.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and assign work orders to staff to increase productivity, eliminate wasteful time, and improve customer service.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support and promote a diverse and inclusive campus community.

Additional Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, use hands to feel and use hands and arms to reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment to include steel toed shoes, or non – slippery shoes, eye protection, nitrile and leather gloves. Must be able to walk, stand climb stairs for long durations of time during and outside of shifts. Must be able to work under adverse temperatures and /or weather conditions. Meet the requirements of the Animal Care Facility Program, included in that requirement is the completion of an Occupational Health and Wellness Survey and medical monitoring. This position is classified as on‑site. Incumbents are required to work evenings, weekends and holiday rotations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background check and education requirements.

Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-08-01

Job Posting Title: Supervisor, Custodial Services (3rd shift - part time)

Department: Facilities Management and Campus Operations

Grade: Grade 9

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

Position Work Location: Onsite

Submission Guidelines: The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on‑site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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