Lead Custodial Worker

University of Southern Indiana • Evansville, IN

5h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a working supervisor position responsible for planning and assigning work for assigned custodial staff, in addition to performing a full range of custodial duties related to the cleaning and maintenance of buildings and facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Experience in industrial or commercial cleaning required.
• Ability to organize, lead, and review the work of custodial staff required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbal and written instructions required.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports required.
• Ability to maintain confidential information obtained during course of work required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ experience in industrial or commercial cleaning preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, assign, and monitor the work of assigned custodial staff.
• Train new staff members in appropriate cleaning methods, chemical usage, equipment operation, and departmental policies.
• Supervise and/or set up and arrange furniture and equipment for classes and events.
• Maintain and account for custodial materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Inspect buildings and facilities to ensure maintenance, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Report safety hazards and identify maintenance needs.
• Maintain records and prepare reports as directed.
• Perform general cleaning of various areas including classrooms, offices, restrooms, laboratories, and common areas.
• Clean and restock restroom facilities.
• Perform general cleaning of windows, walls, doors, stairs, and furniture.
• Clean, sweep, vacuum, mop, strip, wax, polish, and buff floors, steps, entrances, and halls.
• Dispose of trash, biohazards, and recyclables properly.
• Sweep and clean entranceways and steps.
• Replace light bulbs as needed.
• Apply approved pesticides in place-approved traps for general pest control.
• Work safely with vehicles, equipment, cleaning fluids, chemicals, and other cleaning agents.
• Assist in snow removal from building entrances and adjacent walkways.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 7% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Accrue up to 10 paid vacation days per fiscal year – accrual increases after 4, 7, and 11 years of service.

What This Job Offers

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