What are the responsibilities and job description for the Iowa Rest Area Janitorial Supervisor Position position at BA Services Inc?
Working Janitorial Supervisor – Rest Area Facilities (Indoor & Outdoor)
Location: Interstate Rest Areas #15 NB & #16 SB I-29 Mile Marker 319
Employer: BA Services, Inc.
Pay Rate: Starting at $17.00/hour with advancement opportunities
About the Role
We are seeking a Working Supervisor to lead and support janitorial attendants at Iowa interstate rest areas. This role combines hands-on cleaning with supervision and leadership, ensuring that all rest area facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for travelers. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of guiding a team while performing cleaning tasks alongside them.
Responsibilities:
Leadership & Oversight
- Supervise janitorial attendants, ensuring adherence to schedules, safety, and quality standards.
- Train and mentor staff on proper cleaning methods, equipment use, and safety protocols.
- Maintain daily logs, incident reports, and communicate with the Operations Manager.
- Enforce uniform, safety vest, and conduct requirements.
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for DOT staff, contractors, and vendors.
Inside Duties
- Clean and disinfect restrooms, ADA stalls, lavatories, partitions, and adult changing stations each shift.
- Sweep, mop, scrub, and polish floors using provided equipment.
- Keep mirrors, windows, doors, walls, vents, lighting, and drinking fountains spotless.
- Empty trash, sanitary bins, and recycling regularly.
- Maintain neat and secure utility rooms; check fire extinguishers monthly.
- Log daily cleaning activities, report incidents, and manage lost-and-found items.
- Clean visitor areas including display cases, vending machine surfaces, maps, and signs.
Outside Duties
- Pick up litter daily across rest area grounds, sidewalks, ramps, and parking lots.
- Empty and clean outdoor trash receptacles and picnic tables.
- Wash and disinfect picnic tables and pads during warm weather seasons.
- Assist with flag raising/lowering, kiosk upkeep, and light freight deliveries.
- Care for flowers and landscaped areas (watering, weeding, mulching).
- Clear snow and ice from sidewalks, entrances, and handicap areas; apply ice melt as directed.
- Inspect parked vehicles for safety concerns and call 911 in emergencies.
- Report vandalism, property damage, or maintenance needs promptly.
What We Provide
- Cleaning supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
- Safety training and support.
- Paid instruction for snow removal equipment and cleaning machinery.
- A professional environment with opportunities for advancement.
Qualifications
- Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in all weather conditions.
- Strong communication skills; must be able to interact professionally with staff and the traveling public.
- Ability to follow written/oral instructions and document activities accurately.
- At least one supervisor per site must be fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Must wear approved uniform and safety vest at all times.
- Must pass training and certification for cleaning machinery and snow removal equipment.
Why Join BA Services?
- Competitive pay: $17–$20/hour.
- Advancement opportunities into Area Manager roles.
- Paid training, uniforms, and safety equipment provided.
- Health coverage and benefits eligibility after probationary period.
- A leadership role where your guidance and hard work keep Iowa’s rest areas clean and safe.
Apply today to lead a team that keeps Iowa’s highways welcoming for travelers—while working right alongside them!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20