Custodial Foreperson

Custodial Foreperson

University Housing

Georgia State University

These are exciting times at the University Housing Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The University Housing Department is seeking (1) Custodial Foreperson to join the already awesome team taking the Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES University Housing A GREAT PLACE?

* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

* Professional development opportunity and mentorship

* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

* This position will supervise a group of custodial workers in cleaning the University Housing Buildings. The position is responsible for custodial work 24 hours, a day 7 days a week. This position is also responsible for training, performance evaluations, purchasing custodial equipment, supplies, and will supervise all summer temporary employees.

* Supervise all custodial work on three shifts 7 days a week. This position will be responsible for supervising some small maintenance tasks such as unclogging tubs, sinks, installing toilet tissue dispensers, unclogging trash shuts, monitor the flow of trash to dumpsters, and move dumpsters as needed. This position will supervise and train the Custodian II, Custodian III, and Temporary employees.

* Review job requests and determines work priorities. Assign work, determine appropriate workloads while maintaining predetermined cleaning standards.

* Establishes standards for safety and performances needed to ensure that the cleanliness of campus structures and fixtures are maintained. Monitor employees to ensure they are working in compliance with university safety standards.

* Take emergency calls 24/7 and respond to the emergency in the appropriate method. This may include coming to the worksite or/and calling the appropriate personnel to help in handling the emergency.

* Trains employees in safe and efficient work practices, methods, tools, and equipment usage.

* Close work orders after completion of work. Responsible for maintaining accurate and current information in the work order system

* Perform other professional duties assigned. Attends and participates in regular unit and departmental meetings. Participate in departmental committees, interview processes, and training.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

A technical diploma and 5 years of work experience or an combination of education and experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

* Knowledge of tools, techniques, and terminologies used in the operation of building maintenance.

* Knowledge of building and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) codes.

* Knowledge of health and safety measures associated with custodial work.

* Ability to plan work.

A combination of work experience, including training and education, may be substituted for degree

To be fully considered for this position all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents,

• A complete and accurate GSU application

• Resume

• Contact information for 3 professional work references