Job Details

Custodian Supervisor

Position Number: 6212980
Location: Spokane, WA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodian Supervisor

Community Colleges of Spokane

Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department: SCC Facilities

Salary Range: $3,477 - $4,632

Starting salary for this position is: $3,477 (Monthly)

Employees hired at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter. An employee hired at anything higher than the entry step of the range will have salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range. Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase.
About Us

Spokane Colleges is comprised of two accredited colleges, Spokane Community College (SCC) and Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) serving Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Ferry, and Pend Oreille Counties, as well as portions of Lincoln County.

Both colleges are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 05/19/2025. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.
About the Custodian Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction of the Custodian Manager, this position supervises custodial staff and manages the custodial/housekeeping program for Spokane Colleges. Positions may also train subordinates and perform administrative tasks such as recommending budget levels for supplies and equipment, staffing levels, staff training requirements, and department policies and procedures.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and instruct classified and part-time hourly employees (train, schedule, evaluate, discipline and respond to grievances). Adhere to classified contracts and all district rules and regulations ensuring efficient operations. *
- Inform and educate staff about behavior and performance expectations, provide timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and ensure performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly and effectively. *
- Train personnel in various custodial, housekeeping and general maintenance functions to maintain the cleanliness and care of the institution. *
- Train personnel on supervisory techniques, new products and equipment use. *
Evaluate the performance of employees against established standards and counsel them on performance; take or recommend corrective or disciplinary action when necessary. *
Operate a safety program by training staff in safety and maintains a follow-up program on accidents and safety prevention techniques. *
Meet with vendors to learn about new products, make product tests and recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and machinery. *
Assist in maintaining budget control for labor and materials. *
Prepare a variety of reports such as analyses of custodial workloads, service requirements, and employee job performance. *
Ensure that equipment is properly maintained. *
Establish the location of various collection points, collection schedules, records and quality control operations relating to material recycling programs, including necessary contacts with recycling vendors. *
Determine staffing needs for buildings. Oversee activities in assigned area of responsibility. *
Coordinate with departments having activities, events and/or furniture moves requiring custodial support. *
Use a computer maintenance management system to create and document discrepancies, close work orders, document setup actions and time, manage workflow, and conduct analysis of work history. *
Occasionally drive light trucks, vans and other mobile equipment. *
Will be a working supervisor performing custodial tasks as required. *
Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
Support and advance Spokane Colleges' strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned. *

* Indicates this is an essential duty.

COMPETENCIES

Decision Quality
Action Oriented
Directs Work
Plans and Aligns
Optimizes Work Processes
Ensures Accountability
Drives Results
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust
Manages Ambiguity
Being Resilient

Learn more about our competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience supervising or directing others.
Ability to supervise employees.
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to assess specific cleaning needs daily and direct staff to accomplish work.
Able to read and interpret instructions on Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Knowledge of generally accepted professional cleaning procedures.
Knowledge in floor waxing and carpet cleaning procedures.
Proficient in the use of standard custodial equipment.
Physical ability to do required work.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform cleaning duties to APPA (National) standards.
Knowledge of custodial chemicals and SDS.
Able to work alternate shifts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires long periods of standing and walking.
Work is active in nature.
Frequent kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and twisting.
Move up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Team lifts are encouraged and to be used at the employee's discretion.
Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation.
Requires communication ability necessary to understand instructions and recognize hazardous, unsafe or poisonous materials and/or products.
Occasional exposure to fumes, dust, odors and/or biohazards.
Respiratory equipment used that may require adherence to applicable safety rules and standards.
Operates power tools and/or large mechanized, powered and non-powered equipment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Full-time schedule (12 months, 40 hours per week).
6-month probationary period.
This position is overtime eligible.
Valid driver's license is required.
Criminal background check is required.
May be required to work alternate shifts.
This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement. Membership is optional.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.
Benefits Information

Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; WA State Retirement Plan; vacation and sick leave begin to accrue at the rate of one (1) day per month, upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.) This position is designated a bargaining unit position and union membership is not a condition of employment. Leave accruals and usage are governed by the WFSE collective bargaining agreement.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information
Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
Resume.
References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu.

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding their child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Fred Davis | Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040

To apply, please visit: https://careers.ccs.spokane.edu/jobs/custodian-supervisor-spokane-washington-united-states