Job Description

Greenville University is seeking a Custodial Supervisor that oversees custodial staff and ensures that campus facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly condition. This position coordinates daily cleaning operations, assigns work tasks, monitors performance, and ensures that all areas are cleaned to established standards. The Custodial Supervisor also assists with training staff, managing supplies, and responding to urgent cleaning or facility needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct custodial staff in assigned buildings and areas.
• Assign daily work tasks and ensure completion of cleaning schedules.
• Inspect buildings regularly to ensure cleanliness and quality standards are met.
• Train new and existing employees on cleaning procedures, safety practices, and equipment use.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and request replacements as needed.
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs, spills, or facility issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and proper use of chemicals and equipment.
• Assist with planning and coordinating special event setups and cleanups.
• Maintain records of work completed, inspections, and staff performance.
• Communicate effectively with facilities management and other departments.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred.
• Previous custodial experience required; supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and staff assignments.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in the field.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Work performed throughout campus buildings and occasional outdoor areas.
• May require early morning, evening, or weekend hours depending on operational needs.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to inspect work areas and perform hands-on custodial duties as needed.

Greenville University's Mission:

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).