Custodian Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title:Custodian Manager- East SidePosition Type:ClassifiedDepartment:LSUAM AA - SA - ResLife - Housing - Custodian Operations (Joanne Cheng (00075791))Work Location:Louise Garig HallPay Grade:Classified Technician and Skilled TradesJob Description:

The Custodial Manager provides direct supervision to five (5) Custodial Supervisors and indirect oversight of custodial staff responsible for more than one million square feet of residential facilities. This position leads operational, personnel, and quality assurance functions to ensure safe, sanitary, and well-maintained student living environments. The role requires independent judgment, regulatory compliance, and adherence to established institutional and civil service standards.

The responsibility involves developing, training, and assessing policy and procedures, setting performance objectives for functions, as well as assisting staff in managing performance of custodians. The position is critical in the development of managerial tasks such as preparing work assignments/work schedules, maintaining supplies and inventory, reporting work orders and improvements needed in addition to managing summer occupancy and turn over. The custodial manager will assist supervisors with personnel issues in hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary areas. This position is responsible on assisting in maintaining budgets for over 12 accounts for supplies, uniforms, payroll, and inventory. As part of their duties, the custodial manager is a critical part of quality control and ensuring staff maintain an APPA level 2 of clean and healthy environments for students.

50% SUPERVISON: Directly supervises Custodial Supervisors, including assigning work, monitoring performance, training and improving management skills, provide ongoing coaching and development of staff.

Assists in the recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, and retention strategies for custodial staff

Oversees performance evaluation processes and administers corrective and disciplinary actions in accordance with Civil Service rules and university policy.

Provides guidance to supervisors in resolving employee relations issues and workplace concerns.

20% OPERATIONS: Develops, implements, and evaluates custodial policies, procedures, & standard operating protocols along with the Assistant Director. Establish measurable performance standards and ensure accountability for service delivery outcomes. Coordinates work force planning, including development of work schedules, zone assignments, and staffing models following APPA level 2 industry standards. Oversee a large-scale operational effort for summer occupancy transitions and residence hall turnover, after hour call outs, emergency operation efforts, and environmental task force responses.

10% FACILITIES & SERVICE DELIVERY: Ensures timely reporting, tracking, and resolution of work orders & maintenance concerns. Communicates to administrative staff, in hall professional staff, and students. Identifies facility deficiencies and recommends corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives/ efficiencies. Maintains oversight of cleaning programs to ensure alignment with industry standards for health and safety and departmental commitments to student.

10% INVENTORY & ASSET MANAGEMENT: Manages along with supervised staff, custodial supply chains, including ordering, distribution, and inventory control of equipment, material, and uniforms.

Works with Assistant Director to implement tracking systems to ensure efficient utilization of resources and minimize waste. Manages special program assets and inventory such as conference linens, emergency clean equipment, and special task equipment.

5% FISCAL OVERSIGHT: Assists in the development, monitoring, and reconciliation of budgets across multiple accounts (supplies, payroll, uniforms, conference housing supplies, and equipment).

Ensures expenditures align with operational needs and institutional financial guidelines.

5% QUALTIY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE: Leads quality control effort in inspections and audits to ensure facilities consistently meet or exceed APPA level 2 cleanliness standards.

Ensures compliance with environmental health, safety regulations, and university policies.

Develops reporting metrics and documentation to support continuous improvement and accountability.

Communicates daily to the Assistant Director for Quality Assurance on any environmental issues

Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience in custodial, housekeeping, groundskeeping, or food service work.

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=100250

Special or Physical Qualifications:

• In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure.
• Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.

Additional Job Description:Competencies:NoneSpecial 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 Joanne Cheng, jcheng@lsu.edu or 225-578-3341

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:July 28, 2026Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):August 11, 2026Additional 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!

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.

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