Assistant Manager Custodial Operations - Facilties Management

TITLE

Assistant Manager, Custodial Operations

JOB SUMMARY

Assists with work in the organization and coordination of the custodial maintenance of buildings. Assists with the selection of new employees, makes recommendations for standards and procedures, and assists with the training and general supervision of personnel involved in custodial services. Performs management and participatory work of the custodial maintenance of buildings. Responsible for assigning and supervising the work of a large group of custodians in an assigned area or building. Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Manager, Custodial Operations

Supervises: Custodial Personnel

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Supervises custodians in all phases of the custodial program in a specific building or area.
• Participates in custodial work such as mopping, dusting, vacuuming, waxing and other cleaning.
• Report damage, needed repairs, or equipment replacements needed in the buildings.
• Requisitions supplies for the assigned building.
• Travels to and checks buildings for the accomplishment of work to accept standards.
• Restocks and collects money from sanitary napkin machines.
• Instructs new employees on the use of materials and equipment and the procedure for assigned work.
• Recommends updates and creates standards and procedures.
• Establishes job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluates staff under charge. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college course work preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Six years of experience in custodial/maintenance work including a minimum of two years as a supervisor of a large work unit.

REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas driver's license and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver's Authorization through the university.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Working knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices essential to the cleaning of buildings.
• Ability to assign and check the work of subordinates and to instruct employees in building cleaning operations.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally, both in person and by telephone and radio and in writing.
• Ability to use a buffer, floor scrubber, extractors, vacuum, water vacuum, mop, broom, dustpan, mop bucket and wringer.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related University software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Ability to ascend and descend stairs. Ability to ascend and descend a 6' ladder.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. The noise level is moderate to loud. May be required to work in conditions including cold, heat, temperature swings, noise, outdoors and indoors and around mechanical, electrical, fume/odor, dust/mites, chemical and toxic waste hazards.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.