Lead Custodial Supervisor

Position Title:

Lead Custodial Supervisor

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

55200 - Bldg Custodial Admin

Advertised Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements.

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans

FLSA:

Exempt

Temporary/Continuing: 

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

Just Cause

Summary of Position:

Position provides custodial supervisory services for Facilities Management for custodial operations. Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned custodial personnel to maintain and provide quality custodial services for campus facilities. Recommend and establish programs, procedures, performance standards, planning, and budgeting for the custodial department. Manage sanitation and recycling accounts for the Big Rapids campus. May be assigned to work any shift, including nights and weekends. The anticipated shift will be M-F, 8:00 - 5:00 pm.

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

An associate's degree is required or satisfactory completion of two years of college.

Required Work Experience:

Ten years of varied custodial experience with supervisory experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

A valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Carrying
• Electrical Hazards
• Inclement Weather
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Balancing
• Climbing
• Driving
• Heights
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Supervisory experience within an educational institution, hospital, K-12 institutions, or commercial accounts.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Supervise, train, schedule, evaluate and assign work to custodial employees including student workers.

Recommend, establish and implement programs, policies, and procedures impacting custodial operations.

Assist in budget preparation and control.

Contact and deal with suppliers, vendors, and contractors as necessary. Test new products and make recommendations.

Maintain positive relations, address concerns, and administer and ensure compliance with work rules and the union contract.

Manage the purchase of all custodial materials, supplies, and equipment.

Instruct employees in the use of new products and equipment.

Make rounds of assigned buildings to inspect custodial work and correct problems.

Report necessary repairs and structural problems to the appropriate department.

Assign jobs and work order requests to plan material, labor, and time requirements and provide cost estimates when required.

Oversee duties associated with the certified pool operator and equipment repair.

Maintain records and prepare various reports as required.

Inspect buildings and facilities for cleanliness at frequent intervals.

Ensure that all governing rules, regulations and policies are followed.

Attend meetings, communicate effectively with departments and key stakeholders across campus both verbally and in writing as required.

Coordinate with other department supervisors for the expeditious completion of work.

Schedule, review and approve employee working hours and vacations, sick time requests, maintain overtime lists, and maintain electronic timekeeping systems for reporting purposes.

Maintain the safety and security of custodial storage areas and equipment.

Attend seminars and technical writing to enhance knowledge and abilities.

Must be able to work variable hours to include possible day, evening and/or weekend shifts.

Report directly to the Manager of Custodial Services.

Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information.

Supervise and schedule custodial workload to assigned custodial staff.

Manage the acquisition of supplies by custodial staff utilizing a computerized maintenance management software system.

Operates a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities.

Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. 

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. 

Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Skills and Abilities:

Must be knowledgeable and proficient in modern custodial practices and procedures.

Must possess working knowledge of OSHA requirements such as bloodborne pathogens precautions and safety requirements.

Must possess effective communication skills both orally and in writing.

Must be knowledgeable in the operation of computers and software applications.

Must be able to effectively organize, schedule, and supervise employees in the work force.

Possess basic knowledge of basic chemistry and chemicals.

Must be able to evaluate the performance, adaptability and skill levels of job applicants and employees, understand and administer union contracts and be proficient in labor relations.

Must be able to analyze job and work order requests to plan material, labor and time requirements and provide cost estimates.

Must be able to work with a diverse group of employees, outside vendors and constituents.

Must be knowledgeable of custodial operations and equipment.

Must possess demonstrated skills in the field of custodial services.

Must possess basic knowledge of pest control (i.e., insects, bats, mice/rodents, etc.).

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Must possess knowledge of health care with regard to infection control and environmental health.

Speak, act and provide training on modern cleaning equipment, materials, procedures, and methods.

Use material resources effectively and economically.

Possess knowledge associated with the maintenance of the pool and spa systems on campus.

Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic and life experiences.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of an Associate's degree. Transcripts must include the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.

Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed college coursework or attained a degree must attach a copy of unofficial transcript. Transcripts must include Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:
 

February 16, 2026

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:
 

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.