What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Supervisor (Nights) position at Illinois School District U-46?
- Supervise custodial operations during evening and night shifts, ensuring proper coverage, performance, and adherence to district cleaning standards.
- Conduct nightly building inspections to verify cleanliness, safety, and readiness for morning occupancy.
- Assign, monitor, and follow up on custodial tasks; ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
- Respond promptly to after-hours inquiries, requests, and emergencies, coordinating necessary action and documenting responses.
- Coordinate custodial support for evening school events, including setup and post-event cleaning.
- Monitor custodial staff schedules, attendance, and timekeeping during assigned shifts to ensure adequate coverage.
Provide coaching, training, and on-the-job guidance to night custodial staff. - Enforce district work rules, safety procedures, and conduct standards among night shift personnel.
- Communicate effectively with daytime custodial supervisors, head custodians, and department leadership to report shift activities, staffing concerns, and outstanding needs.
- Recommend improvements in custodial practices, supplies, or equipment to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Maintain accurate shift records, including work completion, incidents, and emergency responses.
- Attend scheduled training, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Associate’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Valid Illinois driver’s license required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience in custodial or facilities operations across multiple sites.
- Experience with planning, scheduling, budgeting, and personnel management.
- Strong knowledge of custodial techniques,cleaning equipment, cleaning practices, and sanitation standards.
- Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Frequent work in active, fast-paced environments with interruptions.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds using proper technique; operate lifts and other custodial equipment.
- Ability to work on feet for extended periods and perform inspections in multiple building environments.
- This is a 12-month position (Monday-Friday). Salary and benefits are as established by the Board of Education. Work hours will typically be 2pm-11pm; however, the position will require schedule flexibility, including day and weekend availability to meet operational needs. Travel between buildings is required.
- The salary range for this position is $60,243.00 - $90,353.00. Our typical practice is to hire between the minimum and the midpoint ($75,298.00).
- Non Union Classified 12 Month 2025.pdf
JobID: 40925
Position Type:
Plant Operations / Maintenance / Grounds/Manager
Plant Operations / Maintenance / Grounds/Manager
Date Posted:
8/21/2025
8/21/2025
Location:
Plant Operations
Plant Operations
Date Available:
ASAP
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
Position / Title: Custodial Supervisor - Second Shift
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union
Department/Location: Plant Operations
Work Days: 261
Reports To: Coordinator of Custodial Operations
JD Revision Date: 08/1/2025
Supervises: Custodial Staff and others as assigned
Function / Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to provide oversight of custodial operations during evening and overnight shifts to ensure buildings are clean, safe, and ready for next-day use. This position supervises custodial staff, coordinates work assignments, and responds to after-hours issues and emergencies. The role requires strong communication, independent decision-making, and effective coordination with daytime supervisors and building leadership to maintain continuity of operations. Travel within the district and surrounding areas is required.
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Salary : $60,243 - $90,353
