Head Custodian

Head Custodian

Provides leadership, supervision, training and scheduling for the custodial employees assigned to his/her campus. Performs all tasks assigned by the principal and custodial supervisor. Handles any and all emergencies and routine cleaning tasks occurring daily.

Ability to read and understand instructions in English. High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Must have a valid current Texas Driver's License. Knowledge of basic techniques of minor repairs, building and grounds maintenance. Ability to operate and lift heavy equipment. Knowledgeable with the safety precautions and handling of chemicals and cleaning supplies.

Two years as a custodial worker. Experience and knowledge with stripping and waxing floors is preferred.

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually.

Follow cleaning schedule and procedures to maintain the cleanliness of classrooms, offices, cafeterias, restrooms, hallways, multi-purpose rooms, gyms, locker rooms and showers. Maintain the cleanliness and safety of school buildings and grounds to include; sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and playground areas. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash. Ensure all interior and exterior walk-off mates are clean daily.

Assists with cafeteria set up, to include; arranging tables and chairs for breakfast, lunch and other campus events. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by the Principal / Custodial Supervisor. Ability to use a ladder safely, change ceiling tiles and replace light bulbs that may be safely reached with an 8 FT ladder. Assist with opening the school building each school day.

Responsible for employees following established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties to include; lifting, use of ladders and operation of custodial equipment. Correct unsafe conditions and report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the Principal or Custodial Supervisor immediately. Use laundry washer and dryer to wash and dry mops and cleaning cloths.

Performs assigned cleaning duties. Trains custodians on the proper use of cleaning supplies, equipment and cleaning techniques. Inspect building daily to determine that high standards of workmanship, safety and cleanliness are maintained. Confers with Custodial Supervisor regarding custodial work schedules. Confers with building principal and Custodial Supervisor regarding campus events and takes necessary steps to support scheduled campus events. Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of custodial cleaning closets, proper storage of custodial equipment.

Maintains work schedules for custodial personnel assigned to his/her campus. Changes out light bulbs and fluorescent light tubes that may be reached with an 8 FT ladder. Uses a computer to check emails 3 times daily, enter maintenance work orders and enters campus facility requests to schedule custodial work schedules for floor maintenance. Uses a computer to check for accuracy of assigned custodial personnel time sheets and coordinates with the Custodial Services Office to make corrections.

Submits monthly inventory and orders for custodial supply's needed in advance, allowing sufficient time for delivery, to ensure there are no interruptions in custodial performance, daily operations and special events. Maintains an inventory of campus custodial equipment and inspects equipment for proper operation, efficiency and cleanliness. Must maintain regular and reliable attendance. Must be able to work longer hours and on weekends as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Provides daily supervision of the assigned evening custodial employees. Ensures…