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Custodial Supervisor

District-Wide
Urbandale, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/1/2050

JOB TITLE - Custodial Supervisor

 

CLASSIFICATION - Administrative

FLSA STATUS - Exempt

 

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Coordinator of Building and Grounds

 

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Director of Human Resources and Operations

 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - Under supervision of the Coordinator of Building and Grounds, provide primary contact, work assignment, and management of the custodial program; direct the custodial staff in technical and administrative aspects; and evaluate the level of custodial effectiveness. Provide a clean learning environment for the students, staff, parents, and community members.

Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

 

QUALIFICATIONS -
(Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)  

 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  1. Ability to provide leadership and supervise custodial personnel in accordance with district policy, state and federal mandates.
  2. Knowledge of security and emergency procedures.
  3. Knowledge of facility management and planning.
  4. Knowledge of custodial products, equipment, processes and procedures.
  5. Knowledge of building trades.
  6. Knowledge of budgeting procedures and management.
  7. Knowledge of skill in effective supervision and evaluation.
  8. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  9. Ability to relate effectively with staff, students, parents, and the community.
  10. Knowledge of district operations.
  11. Ability to organize varied tasks and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
  12. Ability to relate effectively with staff, students, parents, and the community.
  13. Knowledge of district operations.
  14. Ability to organize varied tasks and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
  15. Ability to handle diversity in an objective manner.
  16. Ability to interpret federal, state and local codes and maintain compliance.
  17. Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for general industry.
  18. Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets, labels, signs, and written instructions.
  19. Ability to use computer software.

Education

  1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  2. Post-secondary education preferred.

Certification/Licensure

  1. Valid Iowa drivers license.

Experience

  1. 5 years of custodial experience preferred.
  2. 3 years of management or supervisory experience preferred.

Equipment

  1. Cleaning equipment.
  2. Vehicles.
  3. Hand and power tools.
  4. Snow removal equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

  1. Administer conditions of employment per the collective bargaining agreement, board policies, and administrative guidelines.
  2. Determine staffing needs, conduct interviews, and recommend candidates for hire.
  3. Supervise and evaluate custodial staff and provide recommendations regarding continued employment and assignments.
  4. Report to the Coordinator of Building and Grounds on all matters of relevance.
  5. Develop equipment and product specifications and determine appropriate acquisition of materials.
  6. Coordinate snow removal with Coordinator of Building and Grounds.
  7. Understanding of the processes used to maintain all buildings, including electrical, masonry, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general grounds with the Coordinator of Building and Grounds.
  8. Work in cooperation with the Director of Business Services on annual and periodic district requirements for inclusion in the annual budget.
  9. Ensure that custodial services meet the needs of the department.
  10. Enforce rules and policies regarding employee conduct by advising custodial personnel of the rules and policies on employee conduct.
  11. Collaborate effectively with other district administrators regarding processes, custodial support, and any other applicable issues.
  12. Advise immediate supervisor on the condition of buildings and facilities.
  13. Conduct regular inspections and manage custodial services of district facilities.
  14. Schedule work activities and adjust workloads to compensate for scheduled and unscheduled absences, changing priorities, and special custodial projects.
  15. Assist in monitoring and coordinating district security building procedures, equipment and systems.
  16. Prepare accurate reports as required by the district, federal, state, or local agencies, and submit them in a timely manner.
  17. Maintain an inventory and recommend purchase of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment.
  18. Assist in the development of a preventive maintenance program, completing work orders and facility inspections as required.
  19. Determine, schedule, and coordinate projects as needed.
  20. Train custodians in essential job functions, procedures, safety and security measures, and provide in-service programs in coordination with the Coordinator of Building and Grounds.
  21. Respond positively to the needs of building administrators, district staff, and community members.
  22. Manage custodial services in all district facilities.
  23. Maintain confidentiality.
  24. Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the community.
  25. Maintain a reliable attendance record.
  26. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS -

  1. Custodial Staff

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -

  1. Satisfactory health as certified by a medical authority
  2. Repetitious bending, lifting and hand movement.
  3. Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work overhead periodically.
  4. Must be capable of lifting 80 lbs periodically.
  5. Ability to work while standing, moving, and walking.
  6. Drug tobacco, and alcohol free while working.
  7. Work a flexible schedule that will require work at any shift, and day.

WORKING CONDITIONS -

  1. Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
  2. Frequent exposure to extreme and/or inclement weather.
  3. Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, hazardous materials and emergency situations
  4. Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT -

  1. Administrator contract.
  2. 12 Month position.
  3. Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines.
  4. Performance evaluated annually.

 

 

Salary : $67,000 - $72,000

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