Head Custodian

This position reports to the Building Principal and Director of Facilities and Maintenance.

About the Role

The Head Custodian maintains an attractive, sanitary, and safe facility for students, staff, and the public. Responsibilities include arranging equipment and furniture for meetings and events, coordinating custodial staff, assisting in limiting liability and loss exposure, securing facilities, and preparing for and recovering from weather-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Arranges furnishings and equipment (e.g., assembly, meetings, moving furniture) to prepare for meetings, classroom activities, and special events.
• Assists in snow removal to maintain a safe environment.
• Attends unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to gather job-related information.
• Cleans assigned facilities (e.g., cafeteria, classrooms, offices, restrooms) to maintain a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.
• Evaluates situations involving staff, students, parents, or the public to take appropriate action or direct to resolving personnel.
• Informs students, staff, custodians, and other site personnel regarding activities, safety issues, and facility maintenance.
• Inspects facilities and equipment (e.g., HVAC units, boilers, irrigation systems) to ensure safe operations, identify necessary repairs, and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintains supplies, equipment, and budget (e.g., cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuum, mops) to ensure availability for facility maintenance.
• Orders supplies, equipment, and furniture for distribution to appropriate parties.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs, washing walls, spotting floor surfaces) to ensure facility safety.
• Prepares reports (e.g., requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, inventory records, time sheets) to provide required facility information.
• Responds to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, alarms, graffiti, unauthorized individuals) to resolve issues and maintain a functioning educational environment.
• Secures facilities and grounds to minimize property damage, equipment loss, and potential liability to the District.
• Supervises assigned custodial personnel (e.g., coordinates schedules, provides training, participates in evaluations, assists in hiring) to ensure efficient performance.
• Assists other personnel as required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Skills: Operating industrial maintenance equipment and materials; standard office equipment and computer software; adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; handling hazardous materials; inspecting buildings and grounds.
• Knowledge: Industrial cleaning methods (floor and carpet); basic tools for minor repairs; safety practices and procedures; confined space entry; building codes; MSD Sheets; record keeping; alarm systems; emergency shut-off systems (water, alarms, HVAC, electrical, door locks); school safety and security practices.
• Abilities: Scheduling activities and events; collating data; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; working weekends and holidays; meeting deadlines; working as part of a team; handling constant interruptions; maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Works under limited supervision following standardized practices and methods.
• Directs other personnel within a small work unit.
• Tracks budget expenditures.
• Utilizes resources from other work units as required.

Work Environment

The role requires significant physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and fine finger dexterity. The job involves 20% sitting, 60% walking, and 20% standing. Work is performed under temperature extremes and conditions with exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Pay

$20.90 - $33.40 per hour.

Certificates and Licenses

• CPR/First Aid Certificate (recommended).
• Evidence of insurability if needed.
• Bloodborne Pathogens Training & Testing.
• Diabetes Training & Testing.
• Homeless Training & Testing.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.