"Custodian/Housekeeping Supervisor"

Custodian/Housekeeping Supervisor

Company: University of Oklahoma

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Category: Custodial and Housekeeping

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 252299

Organization: Housekeeping

Schedule: Work Schedule: 7:30A-4:00P Thursday-Monday. Will require rotational on-call shift from 12:00A- 7:30A. Designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary $18.00/hr, based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: None

Job Description

Responsible for supervising a group of housekeeping workers and performing a variety of housekeeping tasks. Exercises some discretion while following established standards.

Representative Duties:

• Directs and inspects work of housekeeping employees.
• Supervises housekeeping crews on special jobs such as waxing floors and window washing.
• Provides procedure orientation and training for new housekeeping employees.
• Performs housekeeping tasks in addition to performing minor maintenance and repairs on floor care equipment.
• Contacts with others are of a routine nature.
• Relieves housekeepers as needed.
• Ensures that personnel supervised are informed of and adhere to health and safety practices associated with assigned tasks.
• Will complete clerical duties to include payroll, time and attendance reviews.
• Will complete essential human resources tasks to include interviewing, training, positive discipline, completing OJI paperwork and performance reviews.
• Will serve in an on-call duty rotation. Will require weekend shifts and required overtime work, scheduled in advance.
• May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED AND: 18 months housekeeping or custodial experience, including 6 months supervisory.

Skills:

• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions.
• Communicates orally and/or in writing as required to exchange information.
• Ability to use basic computer skills
• Uses tools or equipment in a manner requiring competence derived from previous training.

Certifications: Valid driver's license required. Occasional driving required in order to oversee and support staff in various locations.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Mopping, sweeping, waxing, and polishing floors.
• Cleaning and dusting of furniture and any wood work.
• Collection and disposing of wastepaper and refuse
• Vacuuming carpeted areas.
• Maintenance of lavatories and rest rooms.
• Shoveling of snow from doorways and sidewalks.
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Excessive use of arms in a back and forth motion.
• Excessive stooping and bending.
• Exposure to odors.
• Exposure to disagreeable tasks or conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Climbing stairs.
• May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures.
• May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

Supervision: Position serves as a supervisor to other full-time and temporary positions.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET), Hiring contingent upon driver's license check

Job Posting: Oct 15, 2025

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