This is supervisory custodial work above the foreman level. Employees in this class have shift responsibility for the cleaning of large public areas and are supervised by higher level custodial or maintenance supervisors. A significant aspect of the work is the supervision of a moderately-sized group of custodial and domestic workers. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level custodial or maintenance supervisor.

• Plans and assigns custodial duties to subordinates; tours work areas to determine cleaning needs; prepares a listing of areas needing attention and determines the size and composition of work crews; indicates to crews the tools and equipment necessary, and imparts any specialized instructions involved; instructs new employees in proper cleaning of floors, walls and furniture; conducts safety meetings.
• Frequently inspects assigned area while work is being performed and upon completion to determine its quality; points out unacceptable work and makes re-inspections to see that corrective measures are taken.
• Reviews requests for materials, tools, equipment and supplies and prepares appropriate requisitions; makes minor repairs to vacuum cleaners and other machines; maintains records of equipment and employees' time; prepares reports of work performed.
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• the methods, materials, equipment and practices used in cleaning operations.
• the occupational hazards and safety precautions used in cleaning work.
• the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines, and other machines and tools used in cleaning operations.
• supervisory methods and procedures.

ABILITY TO:

• train and instruct employees in proper cleaning procedures.
• understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• prepare records and reports pertaining to daily operations.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

• Two years of experience performing heavy cleaning work, one year of which shall have included supervising a small group of workers engaged in such activities.

Or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

PAY RANGE: 15
Class Established: 1/1953
Latest Spec. Revision: 5/1982

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