Supervisor, Custodian Services 60%- Downtown Campus
GENERAL CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, coordinates, supervises, inspects results, and is responsible for the work activities of custodians in accordance with established guidelines.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Interviews and effectively recommends hiring, evaluates employee performance, and effectively recommends disciplinary actions, promotions, merit increases, and termination.
2. Develops work schedules and directs the daily work routine of custodial employees.
3. Trains and orients new employees; conducts formal training sessions to improve employee knowledge and skills.
4. Schedules and approves vacation of employees; conducts formal training sessions to improve employee knowledge and skills.
5. Inspects all areas of assignment and completes inspection reports.
6. Evaluates, tests, and recommends new supplies and equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned, and equipment and supplies required.
2. Ability to move furniture and objects in preparation for cleaning; to load and unload trash receptacles; to operate, properly care for and make minor repairs on power machinery; to use arm muscles in hand cleaning, mopping, and scrubbing for protracted periods of time; to work on ladders.
3. Knowledge of the use of chemical cleaning agents and possible hazards relating to environmental sanitation.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff and general public.
Hours:
Sat - Sun Days- 12 hour shifts
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Two years of custodial experience or related building and facilities maintenance, including supervisory experience for a minimum of six months; supervision to include assigning daily work activities, inspecting and monitoring quality or work, and scheduling and coordinating work activities.
Application Process
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
• Resume
• Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Emilio Villagrana or emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs
