Building Services Assistant Supervisor

Job Summary

We are in search of Assistant Supervisors to join our Building Services Supervisor team in University Housing Facilities! This is a supervisory role that leads and oversees the work of Facilities Technicians and Custodial staff ensuring facilities are properly maintained for residence hall, dining, and other housing locations. This role provides coverage for the supervisor as needed, responds to emergencies, modifies and executes adjusted work plans, inspects cleanliness of resident, public, and staff‑facing spaces, conducts performance reviews and follows up with full‑time employees, and addresses any concerns residents/customers have each day.

The position ensures our ability to meet life/safety requirements, maintain appropriate customer service levels, and performs partial cleaning responsibilities to cover all daily unit workload. Qualified candidates possess previous custodial or maintenance experience. Previous leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.

• Utilize basic equipment and supplies to clean assigned facility areas and remove waste and recyclables
• Maintain clean and clear walkways to ensure they are free of debris, litter, snow, and ice
• Assist in the development, scheduling, inspection, and supervision of operational work plans and/or staff for an assigned unit
• Monitor and secure facility interior and exterior entrances, reporting issues to appropriate entities
• Assist with planning and implementation of facility emergency and hazardous response policies and procedures
• Maintain organization of supply areas and equipment, document inventory, and request additional supplies as needed
• Document and report repairs, violations, and pest control needs

• Primary schedule: 1st Shift – 7:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday (some weekends)
• Schedule may be adjusted at time of offer based on operational needs

• Six months of previous experience in a custodial or maintenance field
• Valid driver’s license that meets university standards

• One year of continuous employment
• Six months of previous leadership or supervisory experience

High School Diploma preferred minimum.

The starting hourly wage is $23.00 or higher based on qualifications, with a competitive retirement and benefits package, including vacation, holidays, and paid time off. University Staff also earn additional money when working nights (6:00 pm – 6:00 am) and weekends: $2.50 per hour for nighttime work on weekdays, up to $2.50 per hour for daytime weekend work, and up to $3.30 per hour for nighttime weekend work.

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal regulations and university policies.