Custodial Manager

Custodial Manager

Under general supervision from the Assistant Director of Facilities, the Custodial Manager coordinates and supervises janitorial staff, including Floyd School of Medicine employees, temp-to-hire, and/or contract-based personnel. Manages the day-to-day operations of janitorial services. Demonstrates compliance with regard to safety practices and requirements as outlined by the University of South Carolina, Floyd School of Medicine, and OSHA policies, procedures and regulations.

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Must have a valid driver's license.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be capable of planning, organizing and prioritizing work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to oversee the technical work and skill sets of staff. Ability to read and interpret safety documents and documentation. Ability to work independently and perform detailed work. Good reasoning skills needed. Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the area of employment. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations.

Job duties include overseeing and coordinating the daily cleaning services for all FSOM buildings, including the scheduling of floor maintenance. Plans and schedules staff to their designated areas and shift coverage as needed. Performs weekly inspections of all FSOM buildings, to ensure the highest standard of service. Manages work orders and delegates duties to staff as needed, ensuring that the FSOM levels of cleaning standards are at their highest. Keeps consumable supplies in stock with an accurate count of quantities and usage. Ensures all janitorial closets remain stocked with consumable items. Ensures all equipment remains in good operation and condition, repairing or replacing as needed. Stays up-to-date on all cleaning activities, practices, and procedures. Attends training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety guidelines and requirements; ensures compliance with building safety codes. Becomes familiar with buildings and research areas. Tracks and manages all janitorial staff time and attendance. Ensures all performance evaluations are completed in a timely manner with regular feedback to staff. Ensures all night and day shift supervisors/lead persons are inspecting staff work. Ensures supervisors/lead persons are responsible for ensuring all doors are locked and secured once their staff have finished cleaning the office or area they are in. Responds to trouble calls and performs other duties as needed.