Custodial Coordinator

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty. A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We have been recognized by Gallagher as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being for three years in a row (2023-2025). We have also received the “Impact Award” from M.E.R.S. for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Job Summary: 

This position coordinates with the cleaning staff to assign work areas and ensure quality cleaning and timely response to identified needs. Reviews all custodial work and confirms that special work orders are completed and adequate coverage for all work areas is maintained. Performs all functions of the Janitor when necessary. 

Starting Wage: $24.26 per hour, full time

Excellent Benefits Plan:  Health benefits begin on the first of the month after your hire date
- Medical, Dental & Vision (3 medical plans to choose from, 2 of which have a $0 biweekly premium)
- County-funded Health Savings Account with our two high-deductible medical plans
- County-paid employee life insurance coverage
- County-paid short-term disability coverage, up to 52 weeks
- Generous retirement plan, including a county contribution of 7% of your annual earnings
- Tuition Reimbursement Program for college degree courses
- Generous PTO plan, including front-loaded hours into PTO bank at hire, and annually on January 1.
- 13 paid holidays, in addition to PTO
- FREE use of Allegan County government's two fitness centers 

Duties: 

1. Provides administrative support by maintaining the work schedule and assigned areas for all cleaning staff. 
2. Performs quality audits to ensure expectations are being met and work is conducted in a quality and efficient manner. 
3. Coaches and provides feedback to the cleaning staff following their audits. 
4. Sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors using industrial vacuum cleaners and scrubbing and buffing machines. 
5. Dusts and washes walls, cleans ceilings and dusts and polishes light fixtures. Washes windows inside and outside. Will sometimes need to use a ladder to perform these duties.
6. Moves cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates and equipment to clean areas. May remove stains from such surfaces as rugs, drapes, walls and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions. 
7. Empties wastebaskets and removes other debris. 
8. Cleans and disinfects sinks, faucets, urinals, stools, showers and other fixtures in restrooms. Restocks all restrooms with towels, tissue and soap. 
9. Ensures proper use and storage of chemical cleaning products. 
10. Conducts safety checks to ensure all doors and windows are locked and building is secure before departure. 

Required Education and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). 
• Math skills necessary to measure chemicals and cleaning solutions and reading skills necessary to read instructions, safety materials and government regulations. 
• One to two (1-2) years of experience in custodial services. 
• Previous experience in supervising custodial staff preferred

Salary : $24