Custodial Manager
Custodial Manager
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Custodial Manager - 40165 University Staff
Description
Custodial Manager
Facilities Services
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!
Who We Are
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Custodial Manager to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.
At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery-a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
Salary Range: $ 42,437 - $56,583 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
Work Location: On-Site
Benefits at a Glance
At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
- Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
- Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
- Further Your Education: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
- Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
- Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture!
Summary
The Custodial Manager provides operational leadership for daily custodial service delivery across assigned campus facilities, ensuring consistent execution of established cleanliness, safety, and customer service standards. The Custodial Manager translates APPA levels of care into staffing plans, schedules, inspections, and measurable results. The role is responsible for workforce deployment, quality assurance, training implementation, and responsive service delivery while supporting CMMS-enabled operations and maintaining accurate operational records. As essential personnel, the Custodial Manager responds to campus emergencies, supports weather-related operations, and serves as a key technical resource during outages or system failures.
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- (45%) Daily Operations Management
- Direct day-to-day custodial operations including staffing deployment and prioritization.
- Implement APPA-aligned service standards and adjust operations as needed.
- Coordinate custodial support for campus activities and events.
- Management of custodial service contracts.
- Enforce safety, compliance, and custodial best practices.
- Manage and oversee custodial staff during weather related and emergency events to include snow/ice mitigation.
- Direct day-to-day custodial operations including staffing deployment and prioritization.
- (25%) People Leadership and Training
- Supervise custodial supervisors and frontline staff.
- Implement training programs and reinforce safety practices.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
- Supervise custodial supervisors and frontline staff.
- (10%) Quality Assurance and Customer Service
- Conduct inspections and cleanliness assessments.
- Respond to service concerns and coordinate resolutions.
- Collaborate with Facilities partners and campus stakeholders regarding operational issues.
- Conduct inspections and cleanliness assessments.
- (10%) CMMS and Operational Records
- Ensure accurate work documentation and inspection tracking in CMMS.
- Provide reliable reporting to support operational visibility and continuous improvement.
- Leads the development, implementation, and execution of a new CMMS Custodial Module, ensuring effective integration into campus work order and facility management systems.
- Ensure accurate work documentation and inspection tracking in CMMS.
- (5%) Supplies and Equipment Coordination
- Coordinate supply and equipment needs.
- Support vendor activities impacting custodial operations.
- Work with the Materials, Acquisition and Distribution Manager and vendors to streamline department ordering and delivery processes.
- Coordinate supply and equipment needs.
- (5%) Other Duties as Assigned
- Perform additional duties related to facilities maintenance and operations in support of campus needs as required.
- Perform additional duties related to facilities maintenance and operations in support of campus needs as required.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: July 5th, 2026.
- Potential interview dates: July 13th, 2026 - July 17th, 2026.
- Potential start date: 08/01/2026.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Qualifications
- Must have a Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Environmental Services or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible custodial or facilities management experience.
- Must have demonstrated experience overseeing cleaning operations for multiple buildings or large institutional environments.
- Must have experience supervising teams and coordinating service delivery.
- Must have knowledge of custodial methods, safety standards, and SDS requirements.
- Must possess a maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Ability to use CMMS tools and apply levels-of-care frameworks such as APPA is highly desired.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting, scheduling, and documentation is highly desired.
- Experience in developing or implementing custodial modules, operational workflows, or quality control systems is highly recommended.
- Demonstrated ability to manage supply inventories, equipment procurement, and long-range custodial planning is preferred.
- Must be willing and able to respond to UCCS emergencies-including snow removal-within 30 minutes.
Physical Requirements
- Lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls objects, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
- Frequently stands and walks for prolonged periods of time to observe service areas and perform daily functions and inspections.
- Performs minor labor work, such as equipment inspections, sustainability projects with waste removal, room inspections, etc.
- Uses manual dexterity to manipulate supplies, tools, and equipment
- Uses visual acuity to safely operate a vehicle and equipment, identify hazards, and perform daily functions
- Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movements including sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, twisting, and balancing
- Exposure to weather - Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions."
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by 07/5/2026 will receive full consideration.
Job Category: Facilities/Labor,Trades & Crafts
Primary Location: Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40095 - VCAF-FAC-ADMIN OP
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 18, 2026
Unposting Date: Ongoing Position Number: 00002733
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