Custodial Services - Lead Supervisor - Custodial

City of Abilene•Abilene, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Custodial Division Manager, this position helps oversee and supervise routine custodial activities and staff. The Lead Supervisor is responsible for training new employees, coordinating work duties and schedules, and also serves as the safety coordinator. This role exercises supervision over custodial staff and crew chiefs.

Requirements

Two (2) years of custodial service experience with one (1) year supervisory experience.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid Texas driver’s license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days, or a military waiver is required.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb.
With or without the accommodation, ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to travel to different job sites.
Pass a comprehensive Federal background check.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of custodial operations and proper use and care of a variety of tools, materials, and equipment common to custodial operations.
Knowledge of all buildings that are assigned to custodial staff.
Knowledge of mail courier services operations.
Operate all custodial equipment including vacuum cleaner, carpet machine, floor scrubber and buffer.
Operate a postage machine.
Basic computer skills.
Provide exemplary customer service to internal and external customers in all circumstances and potentially stressful situations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Responsibilities

Oversee custodial work and crew chiefs, maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness and efficiency.
Ensure all positions are covered during vacations or illnesses.
Responsible for the Custodial Services Division in the absence of the Custodial Services Manager.
Evaluate performance of custodial staff and provide recommendations to Custodial Services Manager and assist with disciplinary action.
Routinely inspect all custodial work areas and address any complaints or concerns.
Conduct safety meetings.
Coordinate and oversee crew with stripping and waxing duties.
Assist with the division equipment replacement and maintenance process.
Assist with the development of the Custodial Services Department budget; to include equipment, materials and supplies.
Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.