Environmental Services Supervisor

Posting Details

Position Number: 006802

Position Title:

Environmental Services Supervisor - 006802

Division:
Student Affairs

Department: 230110 - Central Housing Office

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, two years of supervisory experience in a directly related field, possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.

Job Description

Summary:

The University of South Alabama’s Central Housing department is seeking to hire an Environmental Services Supervisor.

• Provides day-to-day on-site supervision of custodial staff in Housing, including assigning duties and work areas and adjusting schedules as needed.
• Provides training and coaching to new and existing employees on proper methods, safety procedures, and equipment use aligned with university and industry standards.
• Conducts regular inspections to monitor the quality and effectiveness of custodial services.
• Performs administrative tasks, including managing attendance records, supply inventory, and work orders.
• Informs supervisor of employee performance issues and conflicts and recommends disciplinary action when necessary.
• Participates in hiring and onboarding of new team members.
• Participates actively in custodial cleaning duties alongside staff.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of residence halls, offices, and common areas, including hallways, lounges, stairwells, elevators, laundry rooms, and study spaces.
• Cleans and services student living spaces, including residence hall rooms, suites, and apartments, in accordance with established housing turnover sanitation standards.
• Maintains restroom and bathroom facilities by cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, sinks, showers, floors, mirrors, partitions, and fixtures; restocking soap, paper products, and other supplies; removing trash and sanitary waste.
• Performs routine and deep-cleaning tasks, including floor care (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing), carpet cleaning, window washing, wall and surface cleaning, and removal of stains, odors, and buildup.
• Cleans exterior and semi-exterior areas, including building entrances, breezeways, stairwells, patios, and walkways, using hand tools and powered equipment, including brooms, blowers, scrubbers, and fogging equipment.
• Safely operates and maintains custodial equipment and supplies, including vacuums, floor machines, carts, cleaning solutions, and disinfectants in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines.
• Prepares rooms and common areas for occupancy during move-ins, move-outs, summer conference, and semester transitions by performing full cleanings, resetting furniture, and ensuring spaces are ready for student use.
• Reports maintenance, safety, and facility concerns such as broken fixtures, leaks, damaged furniture, lighting issues, or hazards to the appropriate Housing Facilities staff member.
• Provides customer-focused service by interacting courteously and professionally with residents, guests, and staff; answering basic questions, offering directions, and referring issues to appropriate Housing staff.
• Maintains custodial storage areas and inventory by organizing equipment and notifying supervisors when supplies need replenishment.
• Operates a university vehicle or gold cart to travel between buildings, transport equipment, or support campus operations as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required, especially during peak move-in and move-out periods.
• Related duties as required.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 08/19/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Working Days:
Monday - Friday

Working Hours:

8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

Job Location:

Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time:
Full Time

Regular or Temporary:
Regular