Custodial Team Coordinator

Career Opportunities with Paul Smith's College

Career Opportunities at Paul Smith's College

Reports to: Operations and Student Work Director

Salary: $28.20/hour

Schedule: 7 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday with the ability to flex shift based on team priorities.

Description: The Custodial Team Coordinator is responsible for leading all custodial operations campus wide. This position provides hands‑on leadership ensuring a clean, safe, and well‑maintained campus environment. The role supports the college’s mission by maintaining campus infrastructure and appearance in accordance with Paul Smith's College safety, operational, and customer service standards. This role is critical to the success of Campus Operations.

Applicants will be reviewed immediately and the search will move quickly.

Supervise daily custodial operations across assigned campus buildings.

Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and quality standards are being met.

Develop and manage daily/weekly work schedules for custodial staff.

Oversee response to routine cleaning, deep cleaning, and special project needs.

Ensure proper execution of floor care programs (stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet care)

Hire, train, and supervise custodial staff and shift leaders, including student workers.

Provide coaching, performance feedback, and corrective action when needed.

Foster a positive, safe, and productive team environment.

Support onboarding and ongoing training in cleaning standards, equipment, and safety.

Create and maintain strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and student life teams.

Respond promptly to service requests, concerns, and special event needs.

Ensure custodial support for campus events, move‑in/move‑out, and emergencies.

Adhere to all working college requirements.

Resident expert and trainer campus‑wide on OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HCS).

Manages, updates, and maintains chemical safety documentation in compliance with OSHA regulations.

Ensures that all related OSHA standards, PPE usage, and chemical safety procedures?are developed, corresponding training is conducted, and all related programs are adhered to.

Ensure compliance with cleaning protocols and infection control standards.

Ensures the proper use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Act as the liaison between the organization, suppliers, and regulatory agencies regarding chemical safety information.

Support campus emergency response and weather‑related operations (snow, floods, etc.)

Manage custodial supply inventory and place timely requests with the Sr. Operations Coordinator to ensure that supplies are correct and available at the necessary inventory level.

Monitor staffing levels, productivity, and service quality metrics.

Use work order systems to track tasks and completion status.

Assist?with budget tracking for labor, supplies, and equipment.

2–5+ years of custodial, housekeeping, or facilities supervisory experience.

Experience in higher education, healthcare, or large facilities preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.

Knowledge of: custodial cleaning methods and floor care systems

knowledge of: chemical handling and safety procedures

knowledge of: staffing and shift management

knowledge of: work order / CMMS systems

Proven ability to effectively mentor and coordinate staff and student workers.

Strong proficiency in computer applications, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), digital workflow tools, and database management systems.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities, and maintain a high level of performance and accuracy under pressure.

Exceptionally strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, backed by meticulous organizational habits and attention to detail.

Ability to work with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups to form a safe and inclusive campus community.

Active driver’s license and driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier.