CUSTODIAL SUPERVISOR

Job Description

The Custodial Supervisor reports to the Director of Facilities and is an integral part of the Buildings and Grounds team. The Custodial Supervisor manages evening custodial operations, ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and proper maintenance of school facilities, grounds, and equipment. This role directly supervises custodial staff, oversees daily operations and supply management, and serves as the primary on-site lead for Buildings & Grounds during the PM shift or in the absence of the Director of Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on custodial, cleaning, and groundskeeping duties as needed in support of the school.

• Manage event set ups and breakdowns, collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure clear communication and precise execution of event requirements.

• Serve as on-call support and report to work during severe weather or unexpected facility emergencies.

• Supervise, train, and evaluate custodial staff (including temporary workers) on proper cleaning techniques, chemical safety, and equipment operation.

• Assign daily tasks using verbal and written instructions; apply independent judgment when guidelines are absent.

• Administer school policies regarding employee conduct, conduct coaching, and issue corrective action as needed.

• Maintain accurate team records, including time-sheets and performance evaluations, and make hiring/retention recommendations.

• Conduct routine inspections of school buildings, facilities, and vendor-contracted services to ensure quality and address deficiencies.

• Identify maintenance priorities and oversee staff in completing minor repairs.

• Manage inventory, testing, issuance, and secure storage of custodial tools, equipment, and cleaning supplies; submit replenishment requests as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of custodial experience with thorough knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment, and chemical safety.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid First Aid and Adult/Infant CPR certifications.

• Strong leadership, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

• Ability to frequently lift/carry up to 75 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs.

• Full physical mobility to operate manual and power equipment (e.g., snow blowers), climb ladders/stairs, bend, reach, and move heavy furniture or supplies.

• Capacity to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

City and Country School offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with level of experience and qualifications. This position has an hourly rate of $37.09 per hour. This full-time bargaining unit position is in-person five days per week at the school’s campus in Manhattan’s West Village.

City and Country School is an Equal Opportunity Employer with interest in developing diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. City and Country School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, or disability.