Custodial Supervisor; 2nd shift - OFMD

Scheduled Hours

40

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus® mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus. OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11‑story, 609,000‑square‑foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists.

Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations. As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Supervises the daily routine of custodial employees assigned to the area, assigns schedules/routes, and addresses coverage problems. Serves as the working lead to ensure all job tasks are completed daily; observes work performance, both in quality and quantity; identifies training needs; and advises the custodial manager.

• Serves as Team Leader for safety to discuss and provide proper PPE to custodial staff.
• Conducts regular team meetings.
• Canvass all areas daily, conducting spot checks for thoroughness and quality.
• Supervises and trains custodial workers on such tasks as: general cleaning; stripping and waxing floors; buffing floors; extracting carpets; reporting progress to the manager.
• Perform custodial inspections to ensure the quality of work in the assigned area.
• Perform building inspections to ensure overall quality (cleanliness, cosmetics, repairs, etc.).
• Compile a weekly list of supplies needed.
• Order and distribute cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Ensure all keys and pagers are checked in and out in accordance with department procedures.
• Learn and apply knowledge of the schedules, procedures, and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
• Works with the supervisor on staffing, paperwork, scheduling issues, and monthly quality assurance inspections.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, both orally and in writing.
• Instruct assigned personnel on the proper execution of their responsibilities.
• Assign and review the work of direct report custodial staff.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Assist the manager with continuous training for current employees.
• Act as a manager in the absence of a manager.
• Attend leadership training courses as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to chemicals
• High noise environment
• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements
• Exposure to moving machinery

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, and stooping
• Typically lifting (25 lbs or less)
• Occasional lifting (25‑50 lbs)
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement
• Ability to move to on and off‑campus locations

• Office Equipment

Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Custodial Industry (2 Years)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver’s License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

• Some college.
• Must be competent in cleaning techniques and all phases of floor care.
• Have the ability to plan and organize activities and work cooperatively with people.
• Follow safe working practices to ensure safety for themselves and others.
• Be able to read…