Custodial foreman job description
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Example custodial foreman requirements on a job description
Custodial foreman requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in custodial foreman job postings.
Sample custodial foreman requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years related experience
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Knowledge of custodial equipment and supplies
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Sample required custodial foreman soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong organizational and problem solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Great customer service orientation
Custodial foreman job description example 1
Melwood custodial foreman job description
CONTRACT SERVICES CUSTODIAL FOREMAN
This position is located in Washington, DC
The core working hours are 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
The hourly rate is $21.30
This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
INTRODUCTION: Incumbent is responsible for planning the daily schedule of the custodial crew and supervising their work to ensure all contract specifications are met to the highest standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
*1. Plans the daily work activities of the crew and assign specific duties to each worker.
*2. Supervises the crew members to ensure that the assigned work is performed in a satisfactory manner.
*3. Inspects assigned area/buildings to ensure the scheduled work has been completed.
*4. Instructs crew members in required cleaning techniques, new methods and procedures and equipment use and care.
*5. Readjusts work assignments to accomplish special assigned work or ensure completion of work when a crew member is absent.
6. Maintains inventory of all assigned equipment and supplies. Order new equipment and supplies in accordance with established procedures and issue the aforementioned items to crew members.
*7. Maintains attendance records and prepares and submits crew members' time sheets.
*8. Schedules and approves vacations for crew members.
9. Maintains laundry records at locations where uniforms are worn.
*10. Resolves crew members' problems or refers matters to supervisor.
11. Maintains contact with the parents/guardians of all developmentally disabled crew members to ensure that they are familiar with the work schedule and conduct required of the workers.
*12. Attends weekly custodial meetings and in‑services in order to keep abreast of the latest equipment, supplies and techniques within the industry.
*13. Conducts time trials to determine employment productivity.
*14. Conducts other administrative duties as required.
*Essential Function
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent is supervised by the Site Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Contract Services Custodial Foreman supervises the work activities of designated crews.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time and sit 20%, must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds. These requirements are necessary in order to complete custodial work, inspect work areas, and use and operate custodial equipment. He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach in order to climb stairs and clean high and low areas. Must be able to speak and hear in order to communicate clearly with workers at the contract site. Good vision and depth perception are required in order to inspect work areas.
QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years experience in custodial work required, with one (1) years supervisory experience. Prior experience with developmentally disabled individuals preferred. Good oral and written communication skills are required. Must be able work flexible hours with some week‑ends and holidays, and pass security clearance.
EOE/ AAP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
This position is located in Washington, DC
The core working hours are 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
The hourly rate is $21.30
This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
INTRODUCTION: Incumbent is responsible for planning the daily schedule of the custodial crew and supervising their work to ensure all contract specifications are met to the highest standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
*1. Plans the daily work activities of the crew and assign specific duties to each worker.
*2. Supervises the crew members to ensure that the assigned work is performed in a satisfactory manner.
*3. Inspects assigned area/buildings to ensure the scheduled work has been completed.
*4. Instructs crew members in required cleaning techniques, new methods and procedures and equipment use and care.
*5. Readjusts work assignments to accomplish special assigned work or ensure completion of work when a crew member is absent.
6. Maintains inventory of all assigned equipment and supplies. Order new equipment and supplies in accordance with established procedures and issue the aforementioned items to crew members.
*7. Maintains attendance records and prepares and submits crew members' time sheets.
*8. Schedules and approves vacations for crew members.
9. Maintains laundry records at locations where uniforms are worn.
*10. Resolves crew members' problems or refers matters to supervisor.
11. Maintains contact with the parents/guardians of all developmentally disabled crew members to ensure that they are familiar with the work schedule and conduct required of the workers.
*12. Attends weekly custodial meetings and in‑services in order to keep abreast of the latest equipment, supplies and techniques within the industry.
*13. Conducts time trials to determine employment productivity.
*14. Conducts other administrative duties as required.
*Essential Function
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The incumbent is supervised by the Site Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Contract Services Custodial Foreman supervises the work activities of designated crews.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time and sit 20%, must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds. These requirements are necessary in order to complete custodial work, inspect work areas, and use and operate custodial equipment. He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach in order to climb stairs and clean high and low areas. Must be able to speak and hear in order to communicate clearly with workers at the contract site. Good vision and depth perception are required in order to inspect work areas.
QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years experience in custodial work required, with one (1) years supervisory experience. Prior experience with developmentally disabled individuals preferred. Good oral and written communication skills are required. Must be able work flexible hours with some week‑ends and holidays, and pass security clearance.
EOE/ AAP
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Custodial foreman job description example 2
Missouri State University custodial foreman job description
First Shift
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman repairs custodial equipment, such as floor scrubbers, high and low speed buffers, carpet extractors, wet-vacs, vacuums, etc., assembles and distributes new equipment, and evaluates and recommends the purchase of new custodial equipment. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman delivers custodial supplies to buildings, picks up and stores items delivered to Central Receiving, and assists with custodial staff training. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman performs annual inventories of custodial supplies and equipment and assists with moving and set-up of furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed. The work performed by the Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman includes the removal of snow and/or ice from exterior entrances, walkways and sidewalks and the performance of all Custodial Foreman and Custodian I tasks, as needed. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman may assume the duties of the immediate supervisor in his/her absence, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Helps to assure that custodial equipment is available, maintained, and functioning effectively by assembling and distributing new custodial equipment, providing preventive maintenance and repairs for custodial equipment, and evaluating and recommending the purchase of new custodial equipment.
2. Supports the department by providing support services, such as, delivering custodial supplies to buildings, picking up and storing items delivered to Central Receiving, assisting with custodial staff training, maintaining control of supplies and inventory through use of a computerized inventory program, performing routine inventories of custodial supplies and equipment, and assisting with moving and set-up of furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.
3. Provides leadership to small groups of custodians by leading or directing custodial activities during scheduled work periods (including weekends and overtime periods.
4. Assists with the development of an effective team of custodial personnel by instructing employees in the proper methods and use of cleaning materials and equipment and providing corrective guidance and assistance when necessary to meet established performance standards.
5. Provides continuity of custodial services during personnel absences or under emergency conditions by performing custodial duties to cover areas without custodial support or directly related to emergency conditions or as the situation dictates.
6. Conducts routine property inventory by physically counting (by property number) various custodial equipment assigned to the department, but not limited to, floor buffers and waxers, vacuum cleaners, and wet/dry vacuums.
7. Assists the supervisor in ensuring that specified contract cleaning services are completed as contracted by performing sight inspections of areas designed by the supervisor and advising the supervisor when shortcomings or other deficiencies are noted.
8. Performs regular, scheduled, and directed floor and stairs maintenance by using manual tools and equipment or operating powered floor machines to sweep, vacuum, and mop floors and stairs, and strip and wax floors according to prescribed guidelines or specific directions.
9. Cleans building furnishings (which may require limited moving of those furnishings) within assigned area by dusting, washing, and/or polishing office furniture and equipment such as desks, chairs, tables, word processing cabinets, bookcases, file cabinets, end tables, lamps, handrails, heat and air conditioning registers, trophy cases, and similar fixtures.
10. Ensures that lavatories and restrooms are clean and sanitary by following prescribed procedures for sweeping, washing and/or scrubbing the restrooms, using specific chemicals for foaming and/or disinfecting facilities, restocking all appropriate paper products, refilling soap dispensers, replacing sanitary disposal liners, and removing all trash and waste products from lavatories and restrooms.
11. Cleans classroom furniture and equipment (if classrooms are part of assigned area) by dry dusting blackboards and erasers and/or washing whiteboards, re-aligning classroom desks and/or tables and chairs, dust-mopping and damp-mopping hard surface floors or vacuuming carpeted floors, and collecting and removing all trash and waste products from the classrooms.
12. Cleans interior walls by removing adhesive tape, thumb tacks, paper pins, staples, and similar items, and washing and scrubbing (if necessary) the walls with prescribed wall cleaners to remove stains and graffiti.
13. Washes all interior glass, including windows, mirrors, and door glass by using glass cleaners, squeegees, and paper wipes according to prescribed guidelines or specific directions for use of the cleaners.
14. Removes all trash from assigned areas by collecting trash from various trash containers and receptacles, transporting the trash to designated outside trash dumpsters, and emptying the trash into the dumpsters.
15. Removes all recyclable materials from assigned areas by collecting the recyclable materials from the various labeled containers, transporting the recyclable materials to designated outside recycling dumpsters, and emptying the recyclable materials into the dumpster, ensuring that the dumpster is locked when after dumping.
16. Uses cleaning chemicals properly and safely by wearing prescribed protective clothing, masks, and/or rubber gloves and boots, following either written or verbal directions for mixing chemical compounds according to specifications, applying the cleaning chemicals properly on surfaces or items designated for their use, and disposing of residual chemical products as directed or storing and labeling them for future use.
17. Unloads delivery trucks or picks up cleaning supplies from the custodial storeroom and distributes those items for immediate or future use by manually lifting the cleaning supplies and carrying and/or transporting them using a two-wheel hand truck to the designated storage facility or work area.
18. Prepares classrooms, meeting rooms, auditoriums, arenas and outdoor locations for special events and activities by moving existing furniture and tarping floors (if necessary), and setting up (erecting) equipment, tables, chairs, portable steps, stages, podiums, curtains, sound shells, and other specifically requested items following set-up plans, diagrams, or verbal instructions.
19. Assists in preventing accidents resulting from snow or ice covered walkways by shoveling or sweeping snow or ice from sidewalks and entrances, and spreading salt, sand or chemicals within the assigned area.
20. Responds to emergency situations that may cause property damage, personal injury or both such as water leaks, flooding, overflowing restroom fixtures, accidents resulting in the appearance of bodily fluids (blood, vomitus, waste, or urine), broken window and door glass, by following the procedures prescribed for handling each emergency situation within the capability to respond.
21. Performs a measure of building and facilities security by checking assigned areas, building and facilities for safety and security, locking designated office and work areas, and notifying proper authorities when security of the assigned building or facilities is in jeopardy.
22. Reports damage to buildings, facilities, furnishings and equipment, as well as emergency conditions beyond the capability to handle by contacting either the immediate supervisor or, if not available the department of University Safety immediately upon discovery, and describing the specific conditions.
23. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
24. Contributes to the overall success of the assigned department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Custodial
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman repairs custodial equipment, such as floor scrubbers, high and low speed buffers, carpet extractors, wet-vacs, vacuums, etc., assembles and distributes new equipment, and evaluates and recommends the purchase of new custodial equipment. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman delivers custodial supplies to buildings, picks up and stores items delivered to Central Receiving, and assists with custodial staff training. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman performs annual inventories of custodial supplies and equipment and assists with moving and set-up of furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed. The work performed by the Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman includes the removal of snow and/or ice from exterior entrances, walkways and sidewalks and the performance of all Custodial Foreman and Custodian I tasks, as needed. The Custodial Inventory Control and Equipment Repair Foreman may assume the duties of the immediate supervisor in his/her absence, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Helps to assure that custodial equipment is available, maintained, and functioning effectively by assembling and distributing new custodial equipment, providing preventive maintenance and repairs for custodial equipment, and evaluating and recommending the purchase of new custodial equipment.
2. Supports the department by providing support services, such as, delivering custodial supplies to buildings, picking up and storing items delivered to Central Receiving, assisting with custodial staff training, maintaining control of supplies and inventory through use of a computerized inventory program, performing routine inventories of custodial supplies and equipment, and assisting with moving and set-up of furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.
3. Provides leadership to small groups of custodians by leading or directing custodial activities during scheduled work periods (including weekends and overtime periods.
4. Assists with the development of an effective team of custodial personnel by instructing employees in the proper methods and use of cleaning materials and equipment and providing corrective guidance and assistance when necessary to meet established performance standards.
5. Provides continuity of custodial services during personnel absences or under emergency conditions by performing custodial duties to cover areas without custodial support or directly related to emergency conditions or as the situation dictates.
6. Conducts routine property inventory by physically counting (by property number) various custodial equipment assigned to the department, but not limited to, floor buffers and waxers, vacuum cleaners, and wet/dry vacuums.
7. Assists the supervisor in ensuring that specified contract cleaning services are completed as contracted by performing sight inspections of areas designed by the supervisor and advising the supervisor when shortcomings or other deficiencies are noted.
8. Performs regular, scheduled, and directed floor and stairs maintenance by using manual tools and equipment or operating powered floor machines to sweep, vacuum, and mop floors and stairs, and strip and wax floors according to prescribed guidelines or specific directions.
9. Cleans building furnishings (which may require limited moving of those furnishings) within assigned area by dusting, washing, and/or polishing office furniture and equipment such as desks, chairs, tables, word processing cabinets, bookcases, file cabinets, end tables, lamps, handrails, heat and air conditioning registers, trophy cases, and similar fixtures.
10. Ensures that lavatories and restrooms are clean and sanitary by following prescribed procedures for sweeping, washing and/or scrubbing the restrooms, using specific chemicals for foaming and/or disinfecting facilities, restocking all appropriate paper products, refilling soap dispensers, replacing sanitary disposal liners, and removing all trash and waste products from lavatories and restrooms.
11. Cleans classroom furniture and equipment (if classrooms are part of assigned area) by dry dusting blackboards and erasers and/or washing whiteboards, re-aligning classroom desks and/or tables and chairs, dust-mopping and damp-mopping hard surface floors or vacuuming carpeted floors, and collecting and removing all trash and waste products from the classrooms.
12. Cleans interior walls by removing adhesive tape, thumb tacks, paper pins, staples, and similar items, and washing and scrubbing (if necessary) the walls with prescribed wall cleaners to remove stains and graffiti.
13. Washes all interior glass, including windows, mirrors, and door glass by using glass cleaners, squeegees, and paper wipes according to prescribed guidelines or specific directions for use of the cleaners.
14. Removes all trash from assigned areas by collecting trash from various trash containers and receptacles, transporting the trash to designated outside trash dumpsters, and emptying the trash into the dumpsters.
15. Removes all recyclable materials from assigned areas by collecting the recyclable materials from the various labeled containers, transporting the recyclable materials to designated outside recycling dumpsters, and emptying the recyclable materials into the dumpster, ensuring that the dumpster is locked when after dumping.
16. Uses cleaning chemicals properly and safely by wearing prescribed protective clothing, masks, and/or rubber gloves and boots, following either written or verbal directions for mixing chemical compounds according to specifications, applying the cleaning chemicals properly on surfaces or items designated for their use, and disposing of residual chemical products as directed or storing and labeling them for future use.
17. Unloads delivery trucks or picks up cleaning supplies from the custodial storeroom and distributes those items for immediate or future use by manually lifting the cleaning supplies and carrying and/or transporting them using a two-wheel hand truck to the designated storage facility or work area.
18. Prepares classrooms, meeting rooms, auditoriums, arenas and outdoor locations for special events and activities by moving existing furniture and tarping floors (if necessary), and setting up (erecting) equipment, tables, chairs, portable steps, stages, podiums, curtains, sound shells, and other specifically requested items following set-up plans, diagrams, or verbal instructions.
19. Assists in preventing accidents resulting from snow or ice covered walkways by shoveling or sweeping snow or ice from sidewalks and entrances, and spreading salt, sand or chemicals within the assigned area.
20. Responds to emergency situations that may cause property damage, personal injury or both such as water leaks, flooding, overflowing restroom fixtures, accidents resulting in the appearance of bodily fluids (blood, vomitus, waste, or urine), broken window and door glass, by following the procedures prescribed for handling each emergency situation within the capability to respond.
21. Performs a measure of building and facilities security by checking assigned areas, building and facilities for safety and security, locking designated office and work areas, and notifying proper authorities when security of the assigned building or facilities is in jeopardy.
22. Reports damage to buildings, facilities, furnishings and equipment, as well as emergency conditions beyond the capability to handle by contacting either the immediate supervisor or, if not available the department of University Safety immediately upon discovery, and describing the specific conditions.
23. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
24. Contributes to the overall success of the assigned department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Custodial
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Updated March 14, 2024
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