Facilities Custodial Supervisor - East Region

The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we're here for our neighbors on their best days---and their worst. We share our residents' goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we're proud to call home.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0Primary working hours are Monday through Friday with varied shifts depending on business needs.u00a0Shifts are a combination of days, evenings and nights. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:Performs a variety of supervisory, technical and administrative duties associated with cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in and around County facilities. DUTIES:- Performs a variety of supervisory duties associated with the cleaning of County buildings by day and night shift employees and selected contractors. Inspects and evaluates the day-to-day efforts to keep assigned County facilities clean, safe and comfortable for occupants and visitors, correcting discrepancies when discovered.- Supervises employees engaged in the general cleaning and upkeep (minor maintenance) of facilities to include: sweeping, moping, vacuuming and buffing floors; dusting and polishing surfaces; cleaning restrooms to include mirrors, toilets, stalls, showers and sinks, ensuring that soap, hand towels, toilet paper, etc. are stocked as necessary; emptying ashtrays, washing windows and other surfaces; replacing light bulbs; moving boxes and furniture items; sweeping and washing down sidewalks and removing snow on sidewalk entrances; putting up or taking down flags; unloading and storing supplies. May be called upon to perform these same duties when necessary.- Monitors and enforces a safe work environment for employees and visitors alike.- Trains staff to perform essential functions of the Custodian and when the use of new techniques, equipment or cleaning materials is required. Prepares and conducts training on Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and County safety requirements.- Schedules and assigns work to staff and prioritizes work requests.- Performs periodic performance appraisals and documents those appraisals on specified forms.- Participates at a high level in the selection of new employees, making hiring recommendations to the Custodial Manager.- Places employees on administrative leave when necessary due to safety and security issues. Makes recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination of employment.- Receives and evaluates leave requests from staff to ensure optimal availability of sufficient staff to accomplish required tasks. Approves and disapproves leave requests after briefing the Custodial Manager.- Determines the appropriate amounts of supplies and equipment required for each shift and submits orders for approval in sufficient time to ensure adequate stock.- Monitors and ensures the security and integrity of facilities to prevent theft and unlawful entry. REQUIREMENTS:Skills, Abilities and Competencies:- Ability to supervisor and direct the work of subordinate employees.- Ability to effectively communicate in English language, both verbally and in writing.- Ability to perform physical tasks assigned to this position.- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, fellow co-workers, contractors and the public.- Ability to operate and train others on the proper operation of floor buffer and other mechanized cleaning equipment.- Ability to learn layouts of Arapahoe County facilities.- Ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel between assigned buildings.- Ability to plan and implement a comprehensive custodial services program.- Ability to prepare effective and efficient reports to management.- Knowledge of housekeeping methods and practices, safety precautions and Personal Protective Equipment.- Knowledge of custodial products and uses.- Must be familiar with SDS.u00a0Education and Experience:- High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Some technical school, college credit or specialized custodial training is preferred.- Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a custodian in a public or non-profit environment or equivalent related experience. At least two (2) years as a lead custodian or custodial team leader is preferred.- (An equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job may be sufficient).u00a0Supplemental Information:- This position requires successful completion of pre-employment background and motor vehicle checks and drug screen.- Possession of a valid Class

Created: 2026-01-19