Building Services Team Leader Evenings in PELLA, Iowa at Central College

Responsible to the Building Services Manager for performing routine cleaning and minor maintenance in college buildings while overseeing the day-to-day duties of a Building Services team.

· Provide direction while working alongside an assigned team of Building Service Associates to perform routine cleaning of an assigned area of college facilities.

o Clean disinfect and replenish supplies in restrooms and other public areas.

o Vacuum carpet, furniture, and drapes. Remove carpet spots and extract carpet as needed with carpet extractor.

o Mop or auto scrub (with machine) all hard-surface floors. Strip, refinish, and burnish floors as needed.

o Clean windows, door glass and mirrors. Clean walls and window blinds. Clean white boards.

o Dust and polish furniture, windowsills, doors, door frames and all woodwork.

o Gather trash/recycling material and transport to collection locations, replace can liners.

o Operate, maintain, and keep custodial equipment clean.

o Change light bulbs, clean faucet/shower head aerators and clean drains.

o Set up and arrange tables and chairs for meetings, etc.

o Deliver custodial equipment, supplies, and residential linens as needed. Wash, dry and fold cleaning cloths, mop heads, etc.

o Shovel snow.

o Perform minor maintenance.

o Check exit and emergency lights to Insure they are working properly. Check fire extinguishers.

o Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude.

o Other duties as assigned by the Building Services Manager.

· Responsible for managing the day-to-day duties of a Building Services team.

o Collaborate with Building Services Manager to train, assign, and direct the team.

o Organize work projects, including event set ups in assigned buildings

o Make sure work is completed in a timely manner

o Responsible for monthly inspection of an assigned work area to ensure college cleaning standards are maintained

o Report maintenance problems and submit work orders on behalf of the team

o In conjunction with the Building Services Manager, organize and plan summer cleaning schedules to coincide with campus events and maintenance schedules.

· Supervise a Building Services team.

o Participate in the hiring process and train new Building Service Associates

o Approve timesheets and vacation schedules; keep accurate personnel and attendance records

o Conduct individual annual performance reviews and handle disciplinary actions as required in conjunction with the Building Services Manger. Advise team members as needed.

o Ensure the duties of absent team members are covered to the best of the remaining team’s abilities. Communicate labor shortfalls to the Manager

o Monitor to ensure the team is incorporating safe work practices. Advice regarding the availability and use of personal protective equipment. Report any safety concerns to the Manager.

o Serve as front line communication link between the team and Manager, residence area coordinators, students, and other college personnel regarding events, maintenance issues, student issues, vandalism, etc.

· Maintain supply inventory to ensure cleaning duties of the team flow smoothly.

o Organize cleaning closets.

o Order, inventory & date supplies.

o Maintain accurate SDS books.

· High school or GED required.

· Must be able to read, write, add, subtract, and follow instructions.

· Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures; knowledge of materials, supplies and equipment used in cleaning activities.

· Over twelve (12) months and up to including three (3) years of effective experience preferred.