The Custodial Shop Assistant Supervisor plans, coordinates, supervises, assigns and assists with the work of Custodial shop staff. Oversees and tracks all phases of work orders and their costs. Manages material orders and shop stock.

Manages custodial staff for Residence Life and Housing, directly supervising 27-32 full-time employees performing general domestic and industrial cleaning tasks. Trains subordinates on proper industrial custodial policies and procedures. Performs said services to support the effective facilities management of 9 residence halls, 31 historic residence houses and supporting offices, serving 3,500 residents and live-in staff and varying quantities of summer conference guests.

A high school education and two (2) years of experience in custodial supervision. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Custodial experience in higher education, hospitality, property management or other industrial/commercial setting is preferred. Experience in communicating with residents, customers, staff and vendors is required. Familiarity with e-mail and online work order systems is helpful. Must pass a SCLED background check. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Must have familiarity of industrial custodial policies and procedures including OSHA, HAZCOM and bloodborne pathogen standards. Must be able to learn and follow proper procedures for safely and effectively handling and disposing of industrial cleaning products. Must know proper procedures to safely and effectively handle and dispose of industrial cleaning products. Must be professional and reliable with the ability to effectively communicate oral and written information to vendors, students, parents, staff and faculty.

Must be able to manage heavy workloads, multiple deadlines and competing priorities. Must be able to travel to on/off campus College buildings, traverse stairs and construction sites and lift or move packages and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Some overtime work will be required to handle special events and peak workloads. Must be able to exercise proper judgment in emergencies. A valid SC driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment is preferred.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

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Assists in maintaining an accurate master inventory of custodial supplies & equipment, ensuring proper storage & maintenance. Assists with ordering & delivery of new supplies & equipment.

Evaluates specific needs of each job, places orders for materials, and tracks cost. Determines work order priority and schedules work to be completed. Performs administrative tasks and accesses work orders in AiM via computer, or mobile device, to include ensuring work orders are assigned within 2 business days, work orders are properly scheduled, materials are ordered, received and dispersed in AiM, proper notes are added by staff and proper time and materials are posted. Assistant supervisor will review finished work orders to ensure that work orders have all required information before moving them to completed status. Assistant supervisor will create AiM purchase orders, coordinate with facilities management finance team and verify/approve invoices for completed work.

Assists in the hiring of all permanent, temporary & seasonal custodial employees. Participates in meetings & recording of custodial employee disciplinary actions & grievances.

May be required to inspect work in progress and completed to ensure adherence to instructions and work order specifications in the work order.

Utilizes a computer to access, update, assign and track work orders in the web-based CMMS (AiM) system. Enters pertinent information such as cost and status into AiM to ensure that the shop work order report is current. Communicates via email with Facilities Management and other College personnel as required.

Assistant supervisor will ensure proper progress updates are communicated with the requestor.

Fills in for Asst. Director for Custodial Services & subordinates as needed. Assists other facilities staff with special project work.

Plans, supervises & assigns daily duties of 27-32 custodial subordinates. Ensures general cleanliness of facilities, including exterior entrances & interior surfaces of residence halls, apartment complexes, historic house public areas & other assigned areas as needed. Assists in creating, implementing & auditing routine cleaning & “deep cleaning” schedules of daily, weekly, monthly & yearly activities for custodial duties as well as preventative maintenance. Inspects areas for specific needs & determines where custodial attention is necessary. Places work orders so repairs & concerns are addressed in a timely manner. Inspects custodial work in progress & work completed, evaluating effectiveness of labor, products, materials & equipment used. Assists in documenting evaluation results & makes recommendations for improvement. Directs moving & arranging of furniture & equipment. Ensures fast, quality cleanings of 1,900 individual sleeping rooms during breaks & summer conference season.

Trains subordinates on proper industrial custodial policies & procedures, trash/recycling collection, proper/safe usage of tools/equipment & fire/safety regulations. Ensures the enforcement of all said policies, procedures & regulations.