Environmental Services / Custodial Manager 1 - Sodexo

Build a dynamic team with diverse knowledge and experience so you can deliver solutions that go beyond expectations. Sodexo is are seeking our leader for the Second and Third Shift - NIGHTS Environmental Services Custodial Manager position at the University of Louisiana Lafayette. Our Successful candidate will manage the budget ethically and honestly and lead our team of 65 professionals. Our leader will demonstrate sound training skills, Floor Care Knowledge and implement excellent team building skills for our cohesive team. This position will be responsible for the SWING SHIFT 1:00pm - 9:30pm with occasional coverage for other shifts as needed, our leader will provide coverage every other weekend for special events with flex time off during those weeks. Our salary is on the HIGHER End of the posted range.

This role will implement Sodexo's Standards and lead our frontline hourly team to success in their role. Enjoy extensive benefits and a great campus schedule!  Expectations of the role include:  Strong EVS Background, excellent leadership and team building skills and flexible in work times, working third shift and second shift are required. Our successful hire will foster an environment where our team members feel they belong, and are seen, valued and heard. 

Our clients depend on your expertise to help them to optimize their business. If you are a critical thinking Custodial Manager-SWING SHIFT, with the ability to develop innovative technical solutions while successfully implementing and maintaining Sodexo systems, this may be the opportunity for you!

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs. 

The successful candidate will:  

• Manage the SWING SHIFT 1:00pm - 9:30pm with occasional coverage for other shifts as needed, our leader will provide coverage every other weekend for special events with flex time off during those weeks. 
• Be a safety champion
• Work flexible schedule, leading teams on SWING AND NIGHT SHIFTS including second and third shifts
• Train employees and provide inspections with reporting on team success and challenges
• Provide a clean and safe environment for clients customers, visitors, and staff
• Understand proper use of all tools including, chemicals, floor care equipment
• Develop improvement plans for noted deficiencies
• Provide immediate response to client concerns
• Be a Hands-On leader, manage by example
• Provide leadership and support for all shifts
• Be a critical thinker, adapt to a changing environment
• Order and maintain proper levels of supply and equipment. Departmental Fiscal Responsibility
• Effectively manage Sodexo’s SMS system and other Operating Systems, Building supply and inventory system and track consumables of custodial supplies
• Have ability to work independently to drive program compliance for custodial department and motivate a diverse staff and by managing through shift supervisors 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid leadership skills to develop and motivate a team to exceed the expectations of clients and customers and the technical execution of a housekeeping system
• 2 years previous custodial or housekeeping supervisory and management experience preferred
• Ability to analyze data, present and effectively communicate to all levels within the organization
• Experience effectively managing projects within agreed upon timeliness
• Demonstrate Innovation, naturally Solution Oriented
• Demonstrate Team Building, Employee Engagement
• Strong Quality Assurance Skills and attention to detail
• Strong Computer Savvy and experience with web-based tools, proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PP, Outlook and other technology

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At Sodexo, we offer Facilities Management positions in Corporate, Schools, Campus, Energy and Resources, Government and Agencies, Healthcare and Senior Living locations across the United States. Continue your search for Facilities Management jobs.

Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Make an Immediate Impact.
Sodexo is the North American leader for Quality of Life Services. More than 150,000 Sodexo employees work to improve the quality of daily life for our 13,000 client sites in North America. Sodexo partners with clients to help them attain their strategic vision by developing Facility Management service solutions that increase the effectiveness of their people, enhance their business processes and optimize their infrastructure, which deliver tangible outcomes.

Our client portfolio spans multiple markets across the nation including education, corporate services, healthcare and government services, which means we can offer a career full of variety, challenge and tremendous growth opportunities.

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.