The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider a gratifying and exciting employment opportunity with our school.  We are looking for a meticulous and responsible Custodial Supervisor.  This position will be working in Salt Lake.   Principal Duties As a Custodial Supervisor you will:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in the cleaning and upkeep of building interiors and works along with them to complete tasks and maintain USDB facilities in a clean and orderly condition,including cleaning and maintaining floors,dusting,waxing,and polishing furniture,washing windows,mirrors,and other glass or plastic items,emptying trash and garbage,cleaning walls and bathrooms,etc.,cleaning and disinfecting areas and equipment,repairing,cleaning,adjusting and/or performing preventive maintenance on equipment,tools,machinery,etc. 
• Provide assistance and on-the-job training in the proper use of chemicals and equipment,cleaning procedures and set-ups for special events to include chairs,tables,speakers,etc.
• Review and/or inspects work for quality,accuracy,and completeness.
• Ensure that there is an adequate supply of materials available. 
• Follows all policies,procedures,laws and regulations;
• This position is for USDB locations in the Salt Lake area,and as needed at other locations.  Travel to various USDB locations is required.

The Ideal Candidate The Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Knowledge of housekeeping practices,techniques and procedures.
• Machines and tools,including their designs,uses,benefits,repair,and maintenance.
• Applicable laws,rules,regulations and/or policies and procedures. 
• Ability to supervise others by assigning/directing work.
• Conducting staff training and development.
• Identifying developmental needs of others and coaching,mentoring,or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge,skills,and abilities.
• Making hiring/termination recommendations,etc.
• Ability to use cleaning agents,products,and equipment. 
• Maintain and/or repair tools and equipment; maintain inventory.
• Track receipt,sending and delivery of materials.
• Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and/or in writing.
• Deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity,tact,and professionalism. 
• Enter,transcribe,record,store,or maintain information in either written or electronic form. 
• Follow written and/or verbal instructions. 
• Travel to various USDB locations is required.  
• Successful completion of criminal background check is required for this position.

Why You Should Join Our Team Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind employees make a positive difference to the lives of USDB students and for their families and enjoy seeing the difference they make every day.

The State offers a desirable benefits package and retirement plan as well as many other benefits.

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

  • 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.

  • 5 dental plan options,with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.

  • 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

• Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

  • Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.

  • Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. 

    • Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both pl ns (pension and 401(k))

    • Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.  

  • Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

• Paid Time Off:

  • Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual,4 hours sick).

  • Annual leave amounts increase with years of service. 

  • We have 12 paid holidays.

-There are many other voluntarily/miscellaneous benefits available.  To learn more please click here. The Agency To learn more about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind,please click here.