Custodial Director

Position Title

CUSTODIAL DIRECTOR - KINGSTON, TN

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. SSC Services for Education is part of Compass Group North America.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus. If you know someone qualified, please use the job search in People Hub to refer them and email them a link to apply.

Working as Unit Director, you will be responsible for the overall cleanliness, sanitation, and security of the assigned buildings. You will coordinate all work activities of janitorial personnel, supervise, direct, and develop supervisors and hourly employees, and ensure customer satisfaction through high quality standards while maintaining a safe and equitable environment.

• Communicate between various shifts to ensure tasks are completed.
• Train workers in janitorial methods, procedures, and proper equipment operation.
• Issue supplies and equipment to workers to ensure quality and timely delivery of services.
• Perform daily inspections and follow up on all assignments to ensure task completion.
• Cross‑train and develop personnel for multiple positions.
• Maintain weekly staff reports and inspections.
• Meet with staff weekly to review task completion and future projects.
• Secure building after completion of work.
• Guide project completion to ensure timely and within budget.
• Report budgetary issues.

• College degree preferred.
• One to two years as supervisor in housekeeping or a service‑related field with high customer/client contact.
• Strong work ethic, intense drive, and initiative for quality and customer service.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills both one‑on‑one and in group situations.
• Ability to engage and motivate staff.
• Understanding of budgeting processes and awareness of profit and loss concepts.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work with heavy cleaning equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and safe operation of company vehicles.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug‑free workplace.