Crew Leader I - 46995

About the role

Join our dynamic Environmental Services team as a Crew Leader I, where you’ll take the lead on essential projects like power washing entrances, window washing, waxing floors, and more. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll guide a dedicated team while helping maintain clean, safe, and welcoming campus spaces.

You’ll coordinate daily operations, address maintenance needs, and deliver high-quality service that directly impacts the campus community. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, takes pride in their work, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and make a visible impact every day, we encourage you to apply today and be part of a team that keeps our campus running at its best.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects, including power washing, window washing, floor waxing, and re-lamping fixtures and dispensers
• Inspect and verify maintenance discrepancies and ensure timely resolution
• Provide support to other zones as needed, filling in for vacant positions or absenteeism
• Collect and submit timesheets within established timelines
• Perform critical duties during adverse weather or emergencies as assigned
• Complete accident reports within 24 hours of an incident
• Aid in equipment inventory and maintain a monthly inventory of storage closet supplies
• Submit supply orders for manager approval to ensure adequate stock levels
• Train new employees, ensuring they understand tasks and safety protocols
• Transport employees to various locations for assignments
• Collaborate with maintenance staff inside and outside the unit to resolve issues efficiently
• Address and resolve customer requests via radio communications, work orders, and direct interactions
• Able to lift a minimum of 60 pounds continuously and 90 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodations
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public, and follow verbal and written instructions related to work assignments and operational needs.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience performing housekeeping or facilities maintenance in a university or commercial environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to direct, train, and motivate team members.
• Experience with inventory management, supply ordering systems, and timesheet coordination.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Suite (Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs, PowerPoint/Slides).
• Familiarity with budgeting or reporting tools.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License required. Must be able to obtain a valid NC Driver’s License within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.