Custodial - Head Custodian - Elementary

About the Role

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and security of an assigned elementary school facility. The elementary head custodian will oversee a small custodial staff, prepare the building for school and public events, and ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Cleans specific areas and oversees the cleaning of the assigned school to provide a sanitary and safe environment.
• Performs various cleaning tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, sweeping, cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash, changing light bulbs, and refilling supplies.
• Opens and secures the facility, operates the alarm system, and manages building access.
• Sets up and takes down equipment and furniture for events, assemblies, and other functions.
• Assists with locating equipment and provides emergency cleaning as needed.
• Conducts fire and earthquake drills, accompanies inspections, and prepares reports.
• Provides direction, training, and oversight to night shift custodial staff.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Prepares the facility for the start of the school year with major summer cleaning and repairs.
• Manages custodial budget, orders supplies, and maintains records.
• Operates and maintains heating, ventilation, and other facility systems.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of custodial experience, with two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Experience in a school facility is preferred.
• Ability to distinguish cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Skill in operating cleaning equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of routine repairs, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing and moving heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
• Operating power equipment and exposure to cleaning compounds and fumes.
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions for grounds maintenance.
• Potential exposure to student bodily fluids and ordinary diseases.

Requirements

• Fingerprinting and background check with no convictions involving minors.
• Completion of district infection control training.
• Passage of a pre-placement physical and testing (district-covered cost).

Schedule

8 hours per day, 260 days per year.

Pay

PSE Salary Schedule Level 9: $29.23 per hour.

Benefits

Details on wages, insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, holidays, and other compensation are available through the PSE Unit Affiliation.