Team Leader - Janitorial

Working location: Oceana/Dam Neck

$17.56/hr

The Team Leader- Janitor plans, assigns and prompts direct laborers assigned to route/area for daily work assignments to be done in accordance with contract requirements. This position also issues supplies and equipment to cleaning crews and inspects completed work for conformance to standards; is responsible for following and training employees in safety standards and guidelines in the proper use of the equipment and other activities; requisitions supplies and equipment from Supervisor; addresses complaints and resolves problems of employees and customers and, refers to supervisor as necessary. This individual must possess and demonstrate high initiative, adaptability, reliability, flexibility, and convey a positive team spirit attitude. Additionally, is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of all floor equipment used to perform the maintenance of all floor surfaces under government contract. Person in this position must also perform essential preventive maintenance on all equipment as outlined in the equipment operator's manual and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

• Submits Annual Performance Appraisals for direct reports to Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, or Supervisor.
• Review and comply with Company Custodial Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Provides SOP training & reinforces that training to all direct reports, including the proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates with Rehabilitation Department staff to ensure individual program plans are followed and implemented.
• Submits supply and material orders to his/her Supervisor for bi-weekly orders. Responsible for daily issuance and control of these supplies.
• Completes Daily Work Reports to ensure effective communication between the Project Manager/Assistant Project Manager/Supervisor, Facility Representatives, Didlake Quality Control Staff, and the Government Performance Assessment Representative.
• Provide leadership at the direction of the Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager and/or Supervisor in the day to day operation of assigned contract; fostering teamwork while balancing team and individual responsibilities; giving feedback to nurture a positive team spirit and quality performance; and, modeling dependability, hard work, strong business ethics, and professional personal appearance.
• Performs Quality Control Inspections and records results.
• Submits inspection reports and corrective action documentation through electronic software (CleanTelligent).
• Documents job observations for direct reports.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards and guidelines in the proper use of materials, equipment, and personal protection equipment.
• Refers facility or customer complaints to immediate supervisor.
• Transports direct reports, supplies, and equipment to work site as necessary to complete required tasks.
• Other duties as assigned or as stated in the Statement of Work (SOW).
• Safely and efficiently operates and performs essential preventative maintenance on all floor care equipment used to maintain floors on the contract.
• Completes and maintains all Didlake required training.

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.