Manager Custodial Operations - Facilities Management

Texas Woman's University•Denton, TX

48d

About The Position

Manages work in the organization and coordination of custodial services. Responsible for the selection of new employees, establishment of standards and procedures, and for the training and general supervision of personnel involved in custodial services. Assignments usually consist of a general statement of desired objectives and initiative is required to formulate methods within established policies and guidelines. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Physical Plant and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional years of job-related education may substitute for the required experience on a two-for-one basis. Some college course work in facilities and/or management preferred.
Seven years of experience in building custodial and maintenance work including a minimum of two years as a supervisor of a large work unit. Certification preferred.
Valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver's Authorization through the university.
Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.
All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.
Considerable knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices essential to the cleaning of buildings.
Ability to instruct and train employees.
Ability to effectively communicate orally, both in person and by telephone and radio, and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate the work of a large custodial group.
Ability to use/operate a buffer, vacuum, water vacuum, a mop, broom, dustpan, mop bucket and wringer.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.
The employee may be required to travel. Ability to regularly climb stairs and occasionally climb a six-foot ladder. Ability to lift and carry approximately 25 pounds and to push, pull, or drag approximately 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversees the creation and/or enforcement of university General Cleaning Standards and Procedures.
Prepares and administers training programs for departmental personnel.
Manages all personnel functions for supervised employees.
Maintains records and prepares reports.
Inspects assigned buildings and work for conformance to established procedures, methods, and standards.
Tests and evaluates new cleaning materials and methods.
Supervises custodial personnel and schedules non-routine assignments to accomplish workload.
Inventories and orders cleaning supplies and equipment.
Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.
Administers the custodial program in the absence of administrative personnel.
On-Call and emergency management protocols are required.
Schedules and holds staff meetings as necessary.
Assists in loading and unloading shipments of supplies and materials.
Performs other duties as requested.