Director - Custodial Operations

About the job Director 3 - Custodial Operations

Position Summary:

Reporting to the District Manager, you will oversee primarily custodial operations with some grounds and maintenance operations oversight for the K-12 school district. You will be responsible for leading and developing a team, interfacing with clients and ensuring a high level of service throughout the school district.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of 5 years successful experience in Facilities Management, preferably in a K-12 or higher education setting with emphasis in custodial operations management.
• Exceptional customer service, relationship building and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and communicate with all levels of employees and clients, including both company and client executive leadership.
• Develops staff and provides opportunities for career growth.
• Custodial operations experience, including floor care and familiarity with related equipment.
• Demonstrates strong leadership in customer and community relations.
• Knowledge and experience in Project Management.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen with an solid understanding of budgeting and financial reporting and controls.
• Strong Leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building.
• Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) or related certification is a plus; and bachelors degree is preferred.

What You'll Do:

• Manage the business operations for the in-house custodial operations with limited oversight related to grounds and maintenance.
• Strive to support the client to optimize their business while building a strong and trusting partnership.
• Drive strong business results in custodial operations.
• Build a dynamic team with diverse knowledge.
• Deliver solutions that go beyond expectations.

What You Bring:

• A proven track record of successful facilities management leadership or related experience, preferably multi-unit
• Proficient technical knowledge of the following: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, safety systems.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.
• Exceptional customer service, relationship building, and communication skills.
• Strong Leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building.