Supervisor, Custodian Services (1st shift)
Position Summary:
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Environmental Services is seeking a Supervisor to supervise, coordinate, inspect, and be responsible for the work activities of hospital custodians in order to provide a safe, clean and healthy environment for patients, guests, visitors and staff of UIHC. We currently have Supervisor openings on first shift with rotating weekends. The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, which may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take part in interviews and effectively recommend hiring decisions
- Assist Coordinator in evaluating employee performance
- Work with Coordinator/leadership/HR and effectively recommend disciplinary actions, promotions, merit increases, coaching opportunities, and terminations
- Develop work schedules and direct the daily work routine of custodial Employees
- Train and orient new employees
- Develop and conduct formal training sessions to improve employee knowledge and skills
- Inspect assigned areas and complete appropriate inspection reports
- Coordinate and oversee hospital custodial functions that meet various specialized departmental needs using specialized knowledge of requirements for environmental conditions, linen requirements, medical records, proper decontamination procedures, etc.
- Other tasks and duties as assigned.
About Environmental Services:
We as a department are responsible for the upkeep and cleaning of over 2.8 million square feet of the hospital. The department provides support through 24/7 operations
We are committed to providing the highest quality of environmental care services in order to maintain a functional and safe environment for patients, staff, visitors, and other individuals served by and providing services for The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation, sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans (https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits)
- Need more reasons to join our team? Check out our Build a Career/Build a Life Page
Position may have Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Risk.
Additional Information:
- Percent of Time: 100%
- Schedule: 1st shift, 8:00AM-4:30PM (weekdays), 7:00AM-3:30PM (weekends and holidays)
- Rotating Weekend and Holiday Schedule
- Location: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- Classification Title: Supervisor, Custodian Services
- Appointment Type: Merit
- Pay Level: 08 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/merit-alpha-matrix
Position Requirements:
- Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- Two years of custodial experience or related building and facilities maintenance
- Minimum 6 months of supervisory experience; supervision to include assigning daily work activities, inspecting and monitoring quality or work, and scheduling and coordinating work activities
- Desirable Qualifications:
- Ability to read, write, and follow directions
- Basic to intermediate computer skills
- Knowledge of hospital equipment and supplies
- Knowledge of infection control protocols and isolation guidelines
- Experience cleaning equipment
- Experience in customer service and working with the public
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
Application Process:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Contact Information:
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Kortney Hoewing
- Contact Email: kortney-hoewing@uiowa.edu
Applicant Resource Center –
Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available!
Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.
Hours:
Monday 8:00am – 10:00am
Tuesday 8:00am – 10:00am
Wednesday 8:00am – 1:00pm
Thursday 8:00am – 10:00am
Friday 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Or by appointment
Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
