Custodial Supervisor

About the Position: Summary:

Role

This position is with the Facilities Custodial Division and requires travel throughout Yavapai County in a County provided vehicle. Previous supervisory experience is a plus. Looking for someone with leadership skills to be part of a strong supervisory team. Must enjoy working with people.
Under general supervision, oversees daily work schedules and supervises assigned staff in specific areas relating to custodial services. Directly works on special and large projects alongside staff and assists in the completion of and in the assuring quality of work.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

Oversees custodial services in County facilities. Directly works with crews on special projects and larger projects that require multiple custodians or crews to complete. Fills in for absent custodians to ensure manpower shortages are covered. Schedules, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff.  Manages schedules for all daily custodial services for all county buildings; works closely with the Custodial Manager on creating and assigning those schedules and following up on their completion. Includes ensuring services provided meet county standards for quality. Provides training for custodians to ensure uniform compliance of procedures in floor, carpet, and window care; trains staff in safety compliance; attends training seminars to stay current on changing developments in the industry. Manages inventory of all needed custodial supplies; works with the Custodial Manager on bid processes and procurement procedures. Completes routine maintenance/repairs on custodial equipment.  Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  
High school diploma or equivalent. 

Experience:   
A minimum of four (4) years of experience in building custodial services to include one (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Additional  Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
Knowledge of:

General cleaning procedures. Proper chemical usage. Procedures, materials, and operation of equipment used in maintenance work. Occupational hazards and required preventative measures.
Skill in:
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Organization and adherence to detail.
Ability to:
Effectively supervise, schedule and prioritize assigned staff. Mix and work with cleaning fluids, chemicals, or similar solutions using normal personal protective equipment. Work both independently and under close supervision. Work in jail environment and around inmates in secured areas. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public. Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department. Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties. Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always. Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with various indoor and outdoor locations, in all weather conditions and includes exposure to loud noise, blood borne pathogens, 
dust, fumes, mist, and chemicals.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time; move, lift, push, pull a variety of heavy objects; mix and work with cleaning fluids, chemicals, or similar solutions using normal protective equipment; remain in a standing position for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 9
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: Yes

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