Custodial Supervisor

(Illustrative Only) Organizes and leads the activities and operations of the Custodial Division; operates an automated work order system and monitors progress of Custodial requests; participates in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures; supervises, organizes, schedules and assigns Custodial staff; receives, prioritizes and coordinates response to work orders; monitors progress of Custodial assignments; develops, updates and evaluates work and/or safety standards, policies and procedures by inspecting the quality of Custodial services in County facilities; trains and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and selects employees and recommends disciplinary actions and termination; coordinates, prioritizes and assigns work to Custodial staff; ensures servicing and availability of a variety of equipment, hand and power tools; maintains inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware; orders supplies as required; estimates materials, tools and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and coordinates pick up of materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for jobs; makes field checks of facilities and other assigned areas to maintain standards of work performance and satisfactory work progress; ensures quality and scope of all completed work; inspects and secures County facilities after repairs or service; determines work schedules and authorizes leave, ensuring adequate coverage of assigned areas; investigates complaints, works with County personnel to revise procedures and schedules to improve service; keeps supervisor abreast of changes, developments, recommendations and improvements; prepares and maintains a variety of reports, records and files related to personnel and assigned activities; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, resource allocation, equipment and technical issues; acts as Custodial subject-matter expert, participating in planning and making recommendations for County projects, providing input on changes to preventive maintenance schedules, and annual service agreements; may be required to respond to emergency service calls after normal work hours, according to department policy; manages Custodial Division budget, as assigned; adheres to safety procedures in work areas and in performance of work assignments; promotes a culture of safety; operates a motor vehicle to reach various job sites in order to facilitate operations; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; the materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning and sanitizing buildings and   grounds, and related custodial operations; advanced techniques in floor care; occupational hazards and safety precautions; uniform Building Code; ordering and storing a variety of materials and equipment.

Skill in: maintaining safety standards; communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; assigning work to teams, training personnel, monitoring their performance, correcting deficiencies and supervising personnel; effective organizational processes, problem solving and time management; using practical mathematics; use of tools, equipment and materials common to the trade; effectively utilizing computer systems and application software; inspecting the quality of work performed and resolving technical problems; maintaining complete and accurate records and preparing clear and concise reports; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Ability to: to bend, kneel, squat, pull and push on a repeated basis; lift 30 or more pounds; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written and verbal instructions; train and supervise personnel to accomplish assigned tasks; work in varying extreme weather conditions; recognize hazardous conditions and react appropriately; develop, evaluate and analyze operational policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; read, write and analyze data and reports; speak effectively to large groups and public bodies; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk, to go up and down stairs, to climb ladders, carry objects, reach above the head, and bend and reach below the waist; the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to thirty (30) or more pounds; this position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, and depth perception; the employee must be able to work extended hours outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.