Sequoyah High School-Head Custodian

Division/Department: School Leadership and Operations
Pay Type: Salaried; Non-Exempt
Contract Work Year: 233 Days
Reports To: Principal or Designee

About the Role

To provide a healthy, safe, functional, and attractive environment for students, staff, visitors, and members of the general public through standards of cleanliness and regular maintenance of CCSD facilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodial personnel and coordinate the custodial care of the facility.
• Organize the overall work responsibilities and train custodial personnel in the appropriate performance of required tasks associated with cleaning and maintaining the environment of the facility.
• Coordinate and/or perform custodial and preventative maintenance duties in all areas/locations of the District.
• Maintain woodwork, walls, furniture, and windows using approved equipment and cleaning products.
• Maintain carpeting and floors using manual and power equipment.
• Climb and maintain multilevel stairwells; climb a ladder or steps to complete tasks.
• Keep equipment and supplies in order; maintain an inventory of supplies; restock and request/order supplies when needed.
• Work with chemicals using protective equipment as required to maintain facilities.
• Arrange furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparation for meetings, activities, and events.
• Move furnishings as required for routine and major cleaning.
• Operate small equipment, common hand tools, and machinery with care in performing assigned cleaning tasks.
• Maintain security and accountability for keys, alarm codes, equipment, and supplies.
• Efficiently perform a variety of cleaning duties as assigned.
• Inspect facility and assess work performed by custodial personnel to ensure offices, building, and grounds are well maintained and cleaned.
• Maintain supplies and equipment to ensure availability for routine needs.
• Assume the primary role in operating specialized machinery and equipment in performing assigned tasks.
• Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns to resolve safety issues and maintain a functioning educational work environment.
• Report damaged structures and equipment to appropriate supervisor.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
• Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
• Maintain and clean equipment and work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of any General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Minimum of three years’ general custodial duties or related field.
• Desire to learn the trade and further knowledge through off-duty study and trade school/courses.
• Able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift and/or carry heavy objects (up to 35 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet).
• Must be willing to work in undesirable locations/conditions.
• Must be able to follow both written and oral instructions and carry out assignments on time.
• Able to work well with others.
• Must have a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle operator’s license with endorsements compatible with assigned duties of Cherokee County Board of Education.

Benefits

• FICA is paid by the employee and matched by the School District.