Lead Custodian (Supervisor)

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC•Los Angeles, CA

71d•Onsite

About The Position

ICMS is seeking a dependable and motivated Lead Custodian to maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards and provide high-quality service that supports tenant comfort and safety. The role supervises custodial staff and coordinates schedules, equipment, supplies, quality control, work orders, and responses to tenant concerns. The position is located in Los Angeles, California, and is full-time. Compensation is $22.00 per hour, plus $4.41 per hour in Health and Welfare Benefits. All contractor personnel working onsite at federal facilities must meet federal government security clearance standards; a Public Trust-level investigation is the minimum. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The role includes physical custodial work and exposure to wet or humid conditions, chemicals, fumes, dust, and potentially inclement outdoor weather. The employee must be willing to respond to emergencies after hours.

Requirements

At least 3 years of recent experience, within the past 5 years, managing custodial services or services in commercial or government settings.
Ability to obtain and maintain a current Advanced Custodial Technician certification from the Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Strong organizational and communication skills to lead custodial teams effectively.
Knowledge of proper custodial procedures for using and maintaining cleaning tools, machines, and chemical solutions.
Familiarity with custodial quality control programs, including inspections and corrective actions.
Ability to work independently and follow specific, detailed instructions.
Ability to communicate in English in writing and verbally.
Willingness to respond to emergencies after hours.
Must meet federal government security clearance standards for onsite federal facility personnel; minimum investigation is Public Trust level.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to work on foot for up to 8 hours per day; climb stairs and ladders; lift 25+ pounds when needed; use power tools; and perform heavy physical labor as needed.
Able to work in wet and humid conditions and around chemicals, fumes, and dust, and outdoors in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a government facility.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate custodial employees, schedules, equipment, and supplies to ensure high-quality, efficient service.
Organize work shifts and ensure appropriate staffing and effective schedules.
Train, evaluate, and oversee custodial personnel on cleaning techniques, safety standards, and custodial equipment use.
Ensure adherence to safety policies, procedures, and applicable standards.
Supervise proper use and maintenance of custodial equipment, tools, cleaning compounds, manually operated tools, and electrically powered machines.
Oversee the Quality Control Program, including inspections, scheduling, contract compliance, corrective actions, and process improvements.
Respond promptly to tenant complaints and coordinate corrective actions.
Prepare and maintain reports, including inspection reports and work schedules.
Oversee procedures for the storage, use, and disposal of chemicals, ensuring proper handling and application.
Assist with special custodial projects and emergency-response cleanups as required.
Supervise building lock and unlock procedures to support building security.
Assist with budget management, expense tracking, and recommendations for cost savings.
Maintain inventory records for cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment.
Manage and distribute work orders and confirm data in the client CMMS.