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Environmental Services / Custodial Manager 1

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Environmental Services / Custodial Manager 1

Buffalo, NY

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Managing a large team is your super power. Bring your talent to a new role at Sodexo. Sodexo is seeking our OVERNIGHT ~ 11:00pm - 8:00am shift Environmental Services - Custodial Manager 1 for the University at Buffalo in New York. Our successful candidate will have an executive presence to manage client relationship building, and lead with the professional compassion to dialogue with our valued overnight custodial employees from a very diverse population from around the world. We have a cohesive Union team, where everyone gets along well, and we have high customer satisfaction scores. Expert level computer skills to manage software like Shop Blue, Maximo, iCIMS, KRONOS and demonstrated history of success with frontline interviewing, training, and employee retention are mission critical to success in the role.

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This is a large urban University with 195 buildings, our Sodexo Custodial Service teams direct operations at 3 University locations. Our teams have the responsibility of driving client satisfaction by providing Quality Control through our SMS systems and providing effective communication with all levels of University Faculty and staff. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it is a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Reporting directly to the General Manager our successful candidate will:

  • Manage a diverse team of 15+ diverse union employees
  • Consistently lead the OVERNIGHT ~ 11:00pm - 8:00am shift
  • Ensure a safe working environment through campus for all employees
  • Demonstrate willingness to perform at a high level in a team environment
  • Perform all trash and recycle removal at designated on and off campus sites
  • Operate vehicles with safe work practices and caution while efficiently transporting waste materials
  • Work with customers to ensure satisfaction in areas of housekeeping services, waste removal, and campus event set-up and tear down
  • Operate custodial equipment including but not limited to wet - dry vacuums, extractors, buffers, sprayers, auto scrubbers and electric carts

Our ideal candidate will have prior Environmental Service Housekeeping, Custodial, Maintenance experience with strong, proven communication skills and the ability to prioritize service needs. Excellent customer service skills and a demonstrated history of coaching, mentoring and team building through an organized leadership style will drive positive results daily.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.At Sodexo, we offer Facilities Management positions in Corporate, Schools, Campus, Energy and Resources, Government and Agencies, Healthcare and Senior Living locations across the United States.

Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Make an Immediate Impact.
Sodexo is the North American leader for Quality of Life Services. More than 150,000 Sodexo employees work to improve the quality of daily life for our 13,000 client sites in North America. Sodexo partners with clients to help them attain their strategic vision by developing Facility Management service solutions that increase the effectiveness of their people, enhance their business processes and optimize their infrastructure, which deliver tangible outcomes.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Client-provided location(s): Buffalo, NY, USA
Job ID: Sodexo-28532979
Employment Type: Other