Custodial Shift Leader PM shift

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Shift Leader

Date Posted:
3/25/2025

Location:
Chesterton High School

Date Available:
when filled

Closing Date:
when filledSUMMARY OF POSITION:
A Duneland School Corporation Shift Leader is required to clean, sanitize and maintain corporation properties in a safe and lawful manner. The Chesterton High School (CHS) Shift Leader has a highly visible role in the daily operations and assistance of the custodial services department. The Shift Leader is responsible for maintaining supplies, and dealing with students and staff on a regular basis.

The CHS Shift Leader will interact with individuals both inside and outside of the corporation and therefore, must have the ability to present a professional and organized image at all times. The Shift Leader may be required to work in other Duneland School Corporation facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Respond to requests for information and services in a prompt, efficient and friendly manner.

Provide exceptional service to all students, community members, teachers, co-workers, and other staff members.

Observe safety and security procedures

Operate, maintain and sanitize equipment in compliance with local, state, federal and OSHA standards

In the absence of the Head Custodian, conduct shift meetings, process building use forms, coordinate designated cleaning areas with other Shift Leaders, communicate with the Custodial Manager

Conduct inspections in accordance with directives from immediate supervisor (Custodial Manager)

Conduct cleaning of areas in accordance with local, state, federal and OSHA standard

Locker repair

Provide minor building maintenance and repair

Assist Grounds Services department with grass cutting, landscape maintenance and snow removal

Schedule and participate in group and independent training

Promote and participate in ongoing safety and informational training

Set up, monitor and provide service for special events arranged by Duneland School Corporation

Maintain daily contact with the building principal regarding building activities or schedule changes

Document attendance issues and forward along with payroll forms to Custodial Manager

Accept delegated authority

Provide overall property clean up

When necessary assist with custodial services provided throughout the Corporation

Assist with daily delivery of bulk food products and supplies

Assist the Food Service Department in product stocking and storage

Monitor performance of custodial staff members assigned to Shift Leader's site

Responsible for maintaining a positive and productive work environment

Work with Head Custodian, Custodial Manager, Director of Facilities and Human

Resources office to resolve employee problems and complaints

Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships both inside and outside the corporation.

Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Ability to multi-task with attention to detail

Proficiency in the use of all Custodial Services equipment

Demonstrate organizational and time management skills

Recognize, analyze and offer solutions to problem situations related to daily work

Ability to remain calm and professional during times of high stress

All Custodial Service employees must transfer to other Dune land properties with impromptu notice.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (includes equipment, hours, physical demands)
Work Environment: This position typically works in facilities with a controlled temperature environment. Occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions may occur depending upon assignments.
Equipment:
This position is required to maintain a working knowledge of all custodial equipment. A basic knowledge of operations concerning computers, printers, telephone systems, fax machines and
copiers are required.
Hours: This position is typically expected to work an average of 8 hours per day with a 30 minute lunch period. Summer hours will be adjusted as per the Superintendent to assure
• adequate coverage throughout the summer period. Evening, weekend and holiday activities will be scheduled as necessary.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by all Duneland School Corporation custodians to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The…