Job Details

Sr. Zone Building Supervisor

Position Number: 7333140
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Type: Facilities Management

Sr. Zone Building Supervisor

Bowling Green State University

Salary: $23.38 - $25.54 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Finance & Administration
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01784
Department: Finance & Administration
Closing:

Summary

Oversees the general care, cleaning and maintenance (e.g. custodial, maintenance, carpet, paint, grounds, and skilled trades etc.) of multiple buildings or grounds during a single shift. Supervises Zone Building, full-time staff, students and, temporary staff. Responds to emergency calls from help desk, dispatch and customers and analyzes the needs of the situation and directs the staff accordingly. Responds to varying needs of the campus related to events and functions scheduled by departments. Manage maintenance needs of the event.

Essential Functions

Supervises Zone Building Supervisor, other full time staff, students and temporary staff.
Plans and manages entire building services (e.g. custodial, maintenance, carpet, paint, grounds, and skilled trades etc.) for assigned location(s).
Oversees and assists in inventory control of equipment, parts and supplies. Works with vendors to establish inventory levels and product availability. Approves supply and repair requests and prepares requisitions.
Responds to emergency calls from help desk, dispatch and customers. Analyzes the needs of the situation and directs the staff accordingly including skilled trades, maintenance or custodial staff. Create incident reports for office record of emergency calls, work orders and continued repairs. Distribute incident report to appropriate University partners.
Responds to varying needs of the campus related to events and functions scheduled by departments. Manage maintenance needs of the event. Appropriately staff employees and track labor and expenses related to event or function.
Performs regular inspections of buildings, supervises general repairs and maintenance of buildings, knowledgeable in all safety and health regulations, stays current on training and policies as required by the department.
Based on work order requests, prioritizes and provides direction maintenance repair workers, ensures proper scheduling and planning of resources. Monitors work progress and maintains records of maintenance activities. Provides detailed information if MEP work is required.
Plans and coordinates snow removal of buildings within assigned zones. Ensures all entrances and doorways are cleared and safe for students and staff. Reassigns staff to locations and equipment base on the needs of the University.
Provides information or data to aid administrators in decision making.
Trains staff and student workers regarding policies and procedures, job duties and use of equipment. Attends training and meetings, and participates in committee work as required.
Leads team meetings with staff and student workers.

Minimum Qualifications

The following Experience is required:

One year related experience required in custodial, maintenance, carpet, paint, grounds or skilled trades procedures and safety practices. Includes 6 months training or experience in supervising employees.

The following Education is required:

High school diploma or GED required
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's insurance

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic mathematical skills
Knowledge of basic reading skills
Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and written
Detailed-oriented and highly accurate
Ability to work in changing environment
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
Ability to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities
Knowledge of computer skills, such as MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets and/or database entry/query
Ability to query, run reports and modify data in financial systems
Ability to access and maintain document imaging systems, including scanning and filing documents
Ability to operate and use manual and power custodial equipment
Insurable to drive University vehicles

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by July 28, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization
BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5410271/sr-zone-building-supervisor

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