Supervisor of Custodial Operations

Job DetailsJob Location: East Hartford, CT - East Hartford, CT 06118Position Type: Full TimeThe mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

This position supervises the custodial services for the University Campus and Magnet School Buildings. This position primarily supervises routine cleaning and maintenance operations. This position must also perform various cleaning, transport and maintenance tasks.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

Performs routine custodial services and general maintenance in school buildings as needed
Maintains and assure proper inventory of cleaning supplies and condition of equipment for all buildings, including buildings that don’t have designated custodial coverage
Provides guidance and direction to custodial personnel and ensures the safe handling of all cleaning supplies and equipment.     
Supervises subcontract cleaning companies especially during school breaks
Performs monthly inspections of all buildings, maintains records of inspections and reports issues to the proper subcontract company and director of custodial operation
Manages overtime for all buildings
Conducts all work in a safe manner and ensures all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions: 

Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permits
Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends
Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

Knowledge of custodial services and cleaning, proper use and application of cleaning chemicals, safe operation of cleaning equipment and good supervisory skills
Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:

High school diploma or GED with two years of relevant experience in custodial services and maintenance or six months on the job experience
Two years of management/supervisor experience.

Special Requirements: 

CT Driver’s license and insured vehicle

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

Work Environment 
None       
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3


Outdoor Weather Conditions
 
X
 
 


Work with fumes or airborne particles
 
 
X
 


Work near moving mechanical parts
 
 
X
 


Risk of electrical shock
 
 
X
 


Vibration
 
 
X
 

Physical Activity 
None       
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3


Standing                                               
 
 
X
 


Walking
 
 
X
 


Sitting
 
X
 
 


Talking & Hearing
 
 
 
X


Using hands/fingers to handle/feel
 
 
 
X


Climbing or balancing
 
X
 
 


Bending, pulling, pushing
 
 
X
 


Driving 
 
 
 
X

Lifting Requirements
None      
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3


Up to 10 pounds                                   
 
X
 
 


Up to 25 pounds
 
X
 
 


Up to 50 pounds
 
X
 
 


Up to 75 pounds
X
 
 
 


Up to 100 pounds
X
 
 
 


Over 100 pounds
X
 
 
 
 

Vision Requirements:

_X_ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

_X_  Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

_X__  Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

_X__  Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

_X__  Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

spatial relationships)

___  No special vision requirements

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401k employer match
Employee & dependent life insuran