Custodial Supervisor Jobs
Custodial Supervisor jobs are open across healthcare, education, commercial real estate, and hospitality, at every level from lead custodian to facilities supervisor, with specializations in floor care, biohazard compliance, and green cleaning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE POSITION
The Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated Custodial Work Supervisor who takes pride in creating safe and healthy environments. You will oversee essential custodial services and help staff perform their work effectively and safely. Every day brings opportunities to solve problems, support your team, and improve facility operations.
Make a difference through hands-on leadership and public service.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position oversees custodial operations and directs staff who perform cleaning, sanitation, and related services throughout facility buildings and grounds. The role helps maintain safe, sanitary conditions while supporting efficient daily operations.
As a Custodial Work Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Staff Supervision: Direct staff as they complete cleaning and sanitation tasks across multiple building areas
- Safety Guidance: Teach staff how to follow safety procedures when working near clients and hazardous materials
- Facility Upkeep: Manage cleaning of living spaces, offices, treatment rooms, and support services such as linen distribution and waste collection
- Equipment Instruction: Train staff to use cleaning tools, chemicals, disinfectants, and protective materials correctly
- Record Management: Maintain logs, prepare reports, and request needed supplies and equipment
- Repair Reporting: Report damage to surfaces, fixtures, or equipment and submit repair requests
- Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Work schedule includes working two weekends on and two weekends off.
- Schedule may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime may be required, as needed.
- Free parking.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Custodial Worker 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of experience performing custodial work.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
The Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated Custodial Work Supervisor who takes pride in creating safe and healthy environments. You will oversee essential custodial services and help staff perform their work effectively and safely. Every day brings opportunities to solve problems, support your team, and improve facility operations.
Make a difference through hands-on leadership and public service.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position oversees custodial operations and directs staff who perform cleaning, sanitation, and related services throughout facility buildings and grounds. The role helps maintain safe, sanitary conditions while supporting efficient daily operations.
As a Custodial Work Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Staff Supervision: Direct staff as they complete cleaning and sanitation tasks across multiple building areas
- Safety Guidance: Teach staff how to follow safety procedures when working near clients and hazardous materials
- Facility Upkeep: Manage cleaning of living spaces, offices, treatment rooms, and support services such as linen distribution and waste collection
- Equipment Instruction: Train staff to use cleaning tools, chemicals, disinfectants, and protective materials correctly
- Record Management: Maintain logs, prepare reports, and request needed supplies and equipment
- Repair Reporting: Report damage to surfaces, fixtures, or equipment and submit repair requests
- Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Work schedule includes working two weekends on and two weekends off.
- Schedule may change based on operational needs.
- Overtime may be required, as needed.
- Free parking.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Custodial Worker 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of experience performing custodial work.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in custodial supervisor jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of custodial or janitorial supervisory experience
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, dilution ratios, and safe chemical handling under OSHA standards
- Experience scheduling and managing hourly cleaning staff across multiple shifts
- Proficiency operating floor care equipment such as auto-scrubbers, burnishers, and carpet extractors
- Ability to conduct facility inspections and document deficiencies using quality control checklists
- Valid driver's license for multi-site or campus facility assignments
Tips for Your Custodial Supervisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to facility type
Healthcare custodial supervisor roles prioritize infection control and OSHA bloodborne pathogen compliance, while commercial property roles weight floor care equipment and shift scheduling. Match your resume's language to the specific environment you're targeting, not a generic custodial template.
Certify in ISSA or CIMS standards
Many facilities managers filter applicants by industry credentials. Earning an ISSA Cleaning Industry Management Standard certification or a CIMS credential signals you understand quality management systems, not just daily cleaning operations, and separates you from applicants with experience alone.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists custodial supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your headcount and shift coverage
Hiring managers want to know how many people you've directly supervised and whether you've managed multi-shift operations. State the team size and shift structure explicitly in your work history instead of using vague phrases like 'oversaw a team.'
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Expect questions like 'How did you handle a staff member repeatedly missing closing inspections?' or 'What did you do when a floor strip-and-wax project fell behind schedule?' Prepare two or three real examples that show you resolved operational problems, not just that you followed procedures.
Negotiate schedule and supply budget authority
Base pay matters, but custodial supervisors often have leverage on shift differential pay, uniform allowances, and control over their cleaning supply budget. Ask about those specifics during the offer stage so you understand the full scope of the role before accepting.
Custodial Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most custodial supervisors?
The companies hiring the most custodial supervisors right now include U.S. Facilities, SBM Management Services, and Saber Building Services, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, school districts, and commercial facility services contractors consistently represent the highest volume of postings.
How many custodial supervisor jobs are remote?
About 25% of custodial supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most facility operations. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include regional facilities coordinator roles and corporate environmental services management positions that oversee multiple contracted sites rather than direct daily cleaning.
How do you become a custodial supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience as a custodian or lead cleaner, focusing on floor care, chemical safety, and equipment operation. Move into a lead role where you train newer staff and cover shift responsibilities. Pursue an industry credential such as a CIMS certification to strengthen your candidacy, then apply to supervisor postings that match the facility type where you have the most experience.
Can you get hired as a custodial supervisor with little experience?
Yes, some employers will hire candidates with limited supervisory experience if you have strong technical custodial skills and can demonstrate reliability. Focusing on smaller facilities, school districts with internal promotion pipelines, or contract cleaning companies that train from within gives you the best path in. Highlighting any informal leadership, such as training new hires or covering a lead shift, strengthens an application with a thin supervisory history.
What does the custodial supervisor interview process look like?
Most custodial supervisor interviews involve a phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person interview with a facilities manager or operations director. You'll typically walk through your experience managing staff, handling complaints, and maintaining inspection standards. Some employers include a facility walkthrough where they ask how you'd address specific conditions on the floor, so arrive ready to think through real operational scenarios out loud.
Where can I find and apply to custodial supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to custodial supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and facility preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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