Custodial Services Supervisor

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Custodial Services Supervisor provides direct supervision of day-to-day custodial operations in residence halls, residential dining areas, and assigned auxiliary buildings at the University of North Texas. The role oversees custodial staff, coordinates work schedules and building coverage, and ensures cleaning goals and standards are met. Supervisory duties include approving leave, managing time and attendance, training and coaching employees, assisting with hiring, and applying progressive discipline when needed in accordance with applicable guidelines.

The supervisor regularly inspects facilities and equipment, ensures equipment is functional and properly maintained, stored, and used, and helps resolve team conflicts and disputes. This is an essential, security-sensitive position. The scheduled workweek is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends. The role involves driving a university vehicle and performing work that may include physical activity and exposure to environmental hazards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and five years of experience in a related maintenance or repair field; education may be substituted for experience.
• Thorough knowledge of methods, practices, tools, materials, and supplies used in cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and servicing equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of operating principles of related mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.
• Skill in locating and adjusting defects in equipment.
• Skill in using and caring for tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates.
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to the work performed.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, operating machinery or power tools, and moving between worksites.
• Ability to work the stated schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of custodial staff in residence halls, residential dining areas, and assigned auxiliary buildings.
• Approve leave and manage staff time and attendance.
• Provide staff training, instruction, and coaching; apply progressive discipline as needed under applicable guidelines.
• Coordinate custodial work schedules, including daily building and task coverage, overtime, and special or emergency projects.
• Manage custodial teams to achieve cleaning goals, including managing interpersonal conflicts and resolving disputes.
• Ensure equipment is functional, properly maintained, stored, and used for custodial tasks.
• Regularly inspect assigned facilities to ensure cleaning standards are maintained.
• Participate in custodial hiring, including application evaluation, interviews, and candidate selection.
• Participate in activities and functions as directed by department leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED