Custodian Supervisor A

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Job Posting Title:

Custodian Supervisor A

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUAM AA - SA - ResLife- Housing- Ops- Custodians (Steve Vutera (00067552))

Work Location:

0055 Emily H. Blake Hall

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:

This position is responsible for supervising multiple units under 320,000 square feet with a custodial staff consisting of Custodian 3's and a minimum of 8-15 custodial I and II employees. Responsibilities include the managing of employees, maintain environmental standards, property and equipment management, purchasing supplies, support for conference housing, and general overall care of assigned facilities in support of our customer. Basic computer skills are required as the supervisor must communicate via email, use a work order management system, and personnel records.

55% Schedules work assignment and cleaning duties. Issues supplies, tools, and equipment. Inputs service requests through the work order management system MAXIMO. Conducts Quarterly building inspections and lighting surveys. Assists in managing the pest control program. Works closely with vendors, suppliers, and visitors. Conducts quality control checks to ensure levels of cleanliness are met. Assists with orientation and conducts on-the-job training for employees in proper methods. Responsible for ordering and distributing cleaning supplies for employees. Assists in the managing for annual budget. Required to prepare purchase requests for monthly supplies, receive, complete, and close purchase orders. Receives deliveries, noting back ordered items and/or omissions and recording discrepancies through the purchasing system. Maintains and manages the uniform program and safety equipment for each custodial employee. Required to supervise weekend employee and participate on an on-call emergency team. Support in other departmental areas related to custodial supervision.

20% Creates and maintains permanent personnel records of each custodian's attendance and work time. Submits payroll time sheets and distributes payroll deposit slips bi-weekly. Assists in the interviewing and selection process of custodial applicants. Acts as liaison for custodial staff with Residential Life administration and Human Resource Management. Conducts procedural discipline duties. Evaluates staff formerly on job performance through University policy and procedures yearly.

10% Maintains the key inventory and records daily for keys assigned to area of responsibility which is used in the security of administrative and residential buildings. Assists in the security and safety measures for each building through visual checks, reported issues, and work order management. Responsible for the property control of all furnishings and equipment through both visual and an establish inventory management system for all recorded items in compliance with the Departmental, University, and State regulations

10% Works closely with Residential Life staff in managing conference housing and summer groups assigned within area of responsibility. Manages linens, laundering services, supplies and required equipment for temporary conference housing programs. Managerial requirements become hotel oriented with fast pace cleaning and frequent replenishing. Communication with various area personnel, temporary guests, and vendors is essential.

5% Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work.

Special Requirements:

Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04. Per PS 18- Employee may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure.

Must be capable of walking around a 10,000 square foot building multiple times daily. Must also be able to ascend and descend the stairs of a (5) story building multiple times daily and stand for extended period of time.

Civil Service Job Specification: https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=175920

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please fully complete the Experience section of the application, listing out job duties and average weekly hours worked. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Jace Owens at jace.owens@lsu.edu or 225-578-5580

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date:

August 13, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 19, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.