Coordinates and directs custodial, housekeeping or pest control activities.
Incumbents responsible for directing custodial activities do so through crew leaders.
Plans work schedules, assigns tasks to housekeepers or custodial workers and reviews work to ensure that it was done properly. Establishes and directs a program of insect and rodent control for the protection of personnel, patients, materials and facilities. Inspects assigned areas to ensure cleanliness and sanitation. Interviews and selects employees for custodial or housekeeping positions. Trains new workers in the proper performance of their duties. Counsels employees to correct inadequate job performance and resolve disciplinary problems. Requisitions and issues equipment and supplies. Maintains supply, leave and timekeeping records.
Knowledge of how to properly carry out custodial, housekeeping or pest control tasks. Knowledge of custodial, housekeeping or pest control standards and requirements. Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the area of employment. Knowledge of personnel practices in state government. Skill in the use of cleaning tools and equipment. Ability to keep accurate written records. Ability to plan, direct and review the work of subordinates. Ability to train new employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work that is directly related to the area of employment.